More Offensive Standouts on Tape in Weeks 1-4

There has been a ton of tape we have gone through from the first four weeks of the season.  Check out even more offensive prospects who have shined!   WR Gregory Bess-Henning (Carmel – 2028)   One of the top 2028 pass catchers in the sophomore class has 13 grabs for 349 yards and 5 touchdowns through the first four games!   WR Curtis Stubbs (Providence Catholic – 2027)   Like the upside here as the 6'3” 180 pound pass catcher has good size and long strides on the deep ball.  Gets in and out of his breaks quickly.  Physical possession receiver with deep ball and redzone potential.  Powerful with ball in hands.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='1908340' first='Ian' last='Pianfetti'] (Olney – 2026)   The Tigers 6'0” 160 pound receiver has reeled in 16 passes for 318 yards and 3 touchdowns through the first four weeks of the season.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='212314' first='Jacob' last='Harvey'] (Mt. Zion – 2026)   The 6'2” wide receiver is one of the best in central/southern Illinois!  Through four weeks he has caught 30 balls for 634 yards and 8 touchdowns.  Also got points defensively on a pick six.   WR Parker Ward (Glenbrook South – 2026)   Has helped his team early with 27 catches for 501 yards and 9 touchdowns through the first four weeks where they are 3-1.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='1585141' first='Trenton' last='Walker'] (Nazareth – 2026)   Walker is a big bodied 6'3” pass catcher who in their first four games has 29 catches for 450 yards and a pair of touchdowns.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='1400842' first='Jayden' last='Karas'] (Riverside Brookfield – 2026)   Riverside Brookfield is off to a 4-0 start and Karas is a big reason with 9 grabs for 285 yards and 4 TDs.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='1400854' first='Dario' last='Milivojevic'] (Wheaton St. Francis – 2026)   The playmaking 5'11” wide out through four games has 15 grabs for 351 yards and 5 touchdowns.   WR Grant Bowen (IC Catholic Prep – 2028)   The 6'4” pass catcher has five touchdowns while carrying a 25 yard per catch average into the second half of the season.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='1866226' first='Owen' last='Matela'] (Lyons – 2027)   Matela is a versatile player that has 16 catches for 208 yards and 3 touchdowns through four games.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='292900' first='Jeremiah' last='Jenkins'] (Bolingbrook – 2026)   Jenkins is a big play threat for the Raiders going for 204 yards and a score on just 6 catches for 34 yards per catch.   WR Matt Sander (Morton – 2026)   Sander has reeled in 23 receptions for 243 yards and 2 touchdowns.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='1568956' first='Eliontae' last='Ramseur'] (TF North – 2026)   The 5'9” wide out has 17 receptions for 214 yards and 2 touchdowns through 4 weeks.   WR [player_tooltip player_id='401609' first='Jamari' last='Brown'] (Mt. Carmel – 2026)   Brown is an explosive vertical threat that is very good running past the defensive back and making catches downfield.  Also is slippery going over the middle and making defenders miss in the open field.  Sure handed receiver.  Major threat in the kick return game with his elite speed!    WR [player_tooltip player_id='209448' first='Nico' last='Castaldo'] (Montini – 2026)   Castaldo is a vertical threat as a wide out that is sneaky getting deep for big plays.  As a possession receiver he finds weak spots in the defense to get open. Solid route runner.   WR Lamarius Moore (Hinsdale South – 2026)   Moore is a good route runner that gets open with his shake and feel for routes.  Has racked up multiple catches for scores.  Natural pass catcher that gets open consistently.   TE [player_tooltip player_id='1643723' first='Dylan' last='Breuer'] (Carmel – 2027)   Breuer is a good in-line blocker that has sound technique and pushes with his legs.  Leads the way in the run game.  Also is a core special teams player that opens holes in the kick return.   TE [player_tooltip player_id='1335330' first='Wyatt' last='Christensen'] (Champaign Central – 2027)   The highly ranked tight end from central Illinois has 27 grabs for 337 yards and 4 touchdowns.   TE [player_tooltip player_id='1268284' first='Hunter' last='Long'] (Lincoln Way East – 2027)   Long blows defenders off the ball when blocking in the run game.  He is also the long snapper for LWE and contributes on other special teams units as a core guy.   OL [player_tooltip player_id='801979' first='Cooper' last='Paukstis'] (Wheaton St. Francis – 2026)   The 6'2” 270 pound offensive lineman brings solid athleticism to the table as he plays on both sides of the ball.  Even lines up at times as a lead blocker at full back.  Like the footwork that he shows in pass pro.   OL [player_tooltip player_id='1335459' first='Trey' last='Foster'] (Carmel – 2027)   Foster is one of the better centers in the junior class.  Plays with a mean streak racking up 35 pancakes through the first four weeks.  Solid in pass pro anchoring on the interior of the offensive line.   OL [player_tooltip player_id='1087387' first='Wyatt' last='VanBoening'] (Carmel – 2028)   Great size and strength out of the Carmel offensive lineman that goes 6'7” 270 pounds.  The offensive tackle has the chance to be a big time prospect.  Good pass protector that is light on his feet.  Plays with a mean streak in the run and can get to the second level.  Top 20 sophomore living up to the billing early this season!    OL Damare Griffin (King – 2027)   This King offensive lineman has great size at 6'4” and 330 pounds.  The right guard absolutely mauls on the interior.  He is a hole creator on the interior blowing up paths for his back to run through.  Plays with power in the pass as well taking on the rusher and anchoring against them.  Puts dudes on the ground at a high rate serving up 20 pancakes through four games.   OL Ilija Erkapic (St. Rita – 2026)   Senior left tackle has good size and strength up front.  Anchors well vs pass rushers.  Solid footwork in pass pro and mirrors well.  Plays with a nasty streak in run game using his strong hands to drive defenders.   OL Jason Sewell (Simeon – 2027)   This Simeon center brings good athleticism up front being able to get out front and block. Quick and strong at the pivot using his strength.  Drives with his lower half defensive lineman backwards.  Opens up holes in the run game on the interior.   OL [player_tooltip player_id='1306561' first='Mitch' last='Street'] (St. Rita – 2027)   The St. Rita right tackle brings a nice combination of strength, technique, and mobility.  Plays with a mean streak and smarts.  The 6'1” 225 pound offensive lineman is one to track.   OL Liam Barrett (St. Charles East – 2028)   This right tackle is one to watch down the line.  He is 6'7” and 240 pounds with a tremendous frame to fill out.  Moves his feet well.  Seals in the run game.  Anchors well vs the pass with strength and long arms.  This kid has a very bright future!   ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1727710' first='Herman' last='Yancey'] (Perspectives – 2027)   The do it all athlete has 465 yards and 7 touchdowns in the early season so far.   ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1639460' first='Malachi' last='Lee'] (Bishop McNamara – 2027)   The big time athlete has 8 total TDs (5 rushing, 1 receiving, and 2 returns) along with 400 yards this season.

There has been a ton of tape we have gone through from the first four weeks of the season. Check out even more offensive prospects who have shined!