Week 2 Prospect Watchlist

<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jackson Drusback – QB – Rossford – Class of 202</strong>8</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Drusback gave a gutsy performance in Rossford's shootout with Northwood, carrying the Bulldogs' offense on his shoulders. He completed <strong>15-of-29 passes for 130 yards</strong> while also running the ball <strong>23 times for 184 yards</strong>. That dual-threat effort kept his team within striking distance in a 44-36 loss. Drusback's toughness and willingness to make plays with his legs make him a dangerous all-around quarterback.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Julian Rodriguez – RB – Lake – Class of 2026</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rodriguez was electric in Lake's matchup with Leipsic, racking up <strong>194 rushing yards on 26 carries</strong> and adding <strong>five receptions for 109 yards</strong>. He finished with <strong>four total touchdowns</strong>, including two through the air. Even in defeat, Rodriguez showed he's one of Northwest Ohio's most versatile and explosive backs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1171406' first='Collin' last='Crocker'] – DL – St. Edward – Class of 202</strong>6</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The senior edge rusher was a nightmare for Pickerington North in St. Edward's 24-0 win. Crocker posted a <strong>team-high four solo tackles, 1.5 sacks, a tackle for loss, and three quarterback hurries</strong>, while also assisting on 10 more stops. His relentless motor and strength at the point of attack set the tone for a defense that completely shut down one of Central Ohio's top teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Luke McGovern – DB/WR – Aurora – Class of 202</strong>7</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McGovern turned heads in Aurora's close battle with Brecksville, impacting the game in every phase. Defensively, he snagged <strong>three interceptions</strong> and added five tackles. On offense, he caught five passes for 54 yards, and on special teams, he returned a punt <strong>84 yards for a touchdown</strong>. A true three-way threat, McGovern proved he's one of Northeast Ohio's most dynamic playmakers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->