The Robinson Report: Northeast Ohio Week 2 Gems
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<p><br>Cleveland and Northeast Ohio football never disappoints, and Week 2 was no exception. From explosive runs to lockdown defense and clutch performances in rivalry games, the region's stars showed out under the lights. Here are five standouts from Week 2 who earned Robinson Report “Gem” status.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kendrick Boddie – RB – Strongsville – Class of 2027</h3>
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<p>Boddie carried the load in Strongsville's 28-7 win over Solon, racking up 246 yards and two touchdowns on 27 carries. The junior back's power-speed combo is giving defenses nightmares and has him trending as one of Northeast Ohio's breakout rushers this fall.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Zach Hackleman – WR – St. Edward – Class of 2026 (Toledo Commit)</h3>
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<p>Hackleman put on a show in St. Edward's 48-28 win over New Jersey power Delbarton. He scored four touchdowns, including a 98-yard kickoff return and three receiving scores. Hackleman finished with 214 all-purpose yards, proving why he's one of the state's top committed playmakers.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mike Banks – QB – Maple Heights – Class of 2026</h3>
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<p>Banks has transitioned seamlessly into the QB1 role for the Mustangs. In a 28-22 win at Dover, he produced 170 rushing yards and 2 TDs on 19 carries while throwing for 170 yards and a score on 10-of-16 passing. He capped the night by leading the game-winning drive, showing leadership and clutch ability.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Jackson Farley – RB – Mentor – Class of 2026</h3>
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<p>Farley is following up his record-setting Week 1 with another jaw-dropper. He torched Erie McDowell (PA) for 244 yards and 3 touchdowns on just 9 carries. Farley's back-to-back monster performances confirm his status as one of Ohio's elite backs.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dion'dre Taylor – DL – Glenville – Class of 2026 (Kent State Commit)</h3>
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<p>Taylor dominated the trenches in Glenville's 13-7 win over defending Division I state champ Olentangy Liberty. The senior defensive lineman posted three sacks and two forced fumbles, swinging momentum in a defensive slugfest. His motor and physicality are a perfect fit for his future at Kent State.</p>
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Cleveland and Northeast Ohio football never disappoints, and Week 2 was no exception. From explosive runs to lockdown defense and clutch performances in rivalry games, the region's stars showed out under the lights. Here are five standouts from Week 2 who earned Robinson Report “Gem” status.
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