Early Season Stock Risers: Receivers

<p>Through the first few weeks of the season, several wideouts have seen their stock climb in a big way. These receivers are proving to be consistent difference-makers who tilt the field in their team's favor. From explosive underclassmen already flashing next-level upside to physical veterans dominating contested catches, this group is quickly emerging as some of the state's must-watch playmakers.</p>    <p class="text-gray-700">Bryon is the definition of an all-purpose weapon — a WR/RB hybrid who can carry an offense on his back. With instant burst and elite agility, he's topped 100+ all-purpose yards in every game this season, and he makes defenders miss in space with video-game quickness. At times it looks like he can't be tackled in a phone booth, and his combination of speed, vision, and versatility make him one of the most dynamic players in the 7A region right now.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AL7AFootball/status/1963445101964726440 </div></figure>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BryonMbaseball/status/1967281285862469980 </div></figure>    <p class="text-gray-700">Tabb is a <strong>plus-sized receiver</strong> who knows how to use his frame to his advantage. He consistently wins 50/50 balls, secures contested catches, and churns out yards after contact with a physical running style. Tabb also shows a willingness to block and is a real asset in the run game. While bringing toughness and playmaking he's complete receiver with next-level upside.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JeremiahETabb/status/1967017714695930023 </div></figure>    <p class="text-gray-700">Gonzalez is only a freshman, but he's already flashing the tools to be one of the top receivers in his class. Extremely dynamic with the ball in his hands, he's a shifty open-field threat who creates chunk plays after the catch. As a route runner, he uses tempo to separate and shows an advanced ability to track the ball when stretching the field and taking the top off a defense. In Week 3, he torched Huntsville for 9 catches, 184 yards, and 2 touchdowns, cementing himself as a rising star with elite upside.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/aarongonzal2028/status/1966902820394987829 </div></figure>    <p class="text-gray-700">Wainwright is a well-rounded receiver with a solid tool set who does everything at a high level. A clean route runner with strong hands, he consistently makes contested catches and converts in critical moments — particularly on third down. He uses his frame effectively to box out defenders and adds versatility as both a returner and a defensive back, giving his team value in all three phases.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BradW__1/status/1967274943781216458 </div></figure>   <p></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">Samples is a speedster with verified top-end juice, clocking in at 21 MPH against Decatur while hauling in a pair of 20+ yard deep shots. He complements his explosiveness with physicality after the catch, showing he can finish plays with strength. While Samples is sure-handed, he can also slide into the backfield as an occasional RB. Demonstrating strong tots when called upon. He's also savvy in route-running, identifying soft spots in zone and erasing cushions in man coverage. A versatile, dangerous playmaker with legit speed to burn.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Coach_Sizemore_/status/1967332217329496543 </div></figure>

Through the first few weeks of the season, several wideouts have seen their stock climb in a big way. These receivers are proving to be consistent difference-makers who tilt the field in their team's favor. From explosive underclassmen already flashing next-level upside to physical veterans dominating contested catches, this group is quickly emerging as some of the state's must-watch playmakers.