Ohio Playmakers: Week 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 2 of the 2025 season reminded us why high school football in Ohio is unmatched. From historic rushing nights to jaw-dropping special teams plays, athletes across the state delivered performances that can't be ignored. Prep Redzone Ohio is here to spotlight the names you need to know — the ones who turned heads, broke records, and flat-out took over games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Evan Kuhns – RB – Vermilion – Class of 2026</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After missing Week 1 with a neck injury, Kuhns returned like a man possessed. The junior back erupted for <strong>417 rushing yards and five touchdowns</strong> in the Stillman Cup win over Firelands. He came within 22 yards of the Lorain County single-game rushing record. Kuhns' blend of balance and downhill power makes him one of the most dangerous runners in Northern Ohio.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1642608' first='Guy' last='Trader'] – ATH – Ontario – Class of 2027</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Trader was electric in all three phases during a 37-6 win over Norwalk. He scored on a <strong>68-yard kickoff return, a 52-yard punt return, and a 25-yard TD catch</strong>, while also making plays on defense. Trader's playmaking versatility makes him a special weapon who can flip the game in a single snap.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Xavier Kelly – RB – Van Wert – Class of 2026</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kelly was the definition of a workhorse in a 19-14 win over Elida. He carried 20 times for <strong>137 rushing yards</strong> and added two receptions for <strong>96 yards and a touchdown</strong>. His ability to gash defenses on the ground while stretching the field as a pass-catcher makes him a dynamic all-purpose back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Grady Lantz – QB – Urbana – Class of 2026</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lantz led Urbana to its first win over Mechanicsburg since 1998 with a night to remember: <strong>414 passing yards, four TDs, plus 100 rushing yards and three more scores</strong>. The junior's dual-threat ability is a nightmare for defenses, and he's proving he can carry a program on his back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Logan Olinger – WR/ATH – Fairview – Class of 2026</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Olinger was everywhere in a 36-32 win over Delta. He hauled in <strong>10 passes for 199 yards and 2 TDs</strong>, rushed for two short scores, and even came up with a big interception on defense. His ability to impact the game in multiple ways makes him one of Northwest Ohio's most valuable all-around players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ryan Sager – RB – Johnstown – Class of 2026</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sager was unstoppable in Johnstown's 42-14 win over Centerburg. The junior back racked up <strong>278 rushing yards and all six of his team's touchdowns on 23 carries</strong>, adding two catches for 41 yards. He scored from every distance — 1, 4, 9, 14, 17, and 66 yards — proving he can be both the workhorse and the home-run hitter for the Johnnies.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->