Senior Stock Risers (Wide Receivers)

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">After going through tons of pass catching film, we have found some hidden gems and big time talent in this class that have pushed their stocks forward after big senior years. A lot of those receivers are still available, including some of the stock risers written about below! </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='637139' first='Tray' last='Moore'] - Southwind (Signed w/ UT-Martin)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- The Skyhawks got an absolute steal here with Moore and a player they might have to work hard at keeping on campus as the Jags wideout sports D1, Power Four abilities. All the traits are in place for Moore to develop into a #1 guy at UT-Martin. He has good size and a frame that can pack on more weight along with natural athletic abilities that stand out once he gets into open space. Moore is a burner that can separate from defenders while also having the elusive movements to steer clear from tacklers. He also has some of the best hands in this class that shows up in the red zone. There are a lot of things about Moore that I like and I can see him hitting the field early during his time in Martin.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1871502' first='Sawyer' last='Boyd'] - Walker Valley</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- This East Tennessee pass catcher came out of nowhere this Fall to have a breakout senior year that has put Boyd on the radar to play college ball on the D1 level. Standing 6 '4 190 pounds, the Mustangs senior has the college look but what stands out the most is how athletic he is and how fast Boyd can run with his tremendous size. This guy is a mismatch problem on the outside due to his size, speed combination and the great thing is that Boyd is still learning the position, so his best football days are ahead of him. Moving up in our final senior rankings is definitely happening for Boyd and he may even be a Top 50 prospect after it's said and done due to his outstanding college upside.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2086419,"width":"238px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/12/sawboyd.jpg?w=700" alt="" class="wp-image-2086419" style="width:238px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1630972' first='Cade' last='Brooks'] - East Robertson (Signed w/ Bowling Green)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- One of the bigger stock risers from our senior receiver class is this Mid-Tennessee talent that produced his best season yet with the Indians and impressed many on the college scene, where Brooks eventually signed with Bowling Green. A natural athlete that simply knows how to create big plays, Brooks is a dynamic guy that fits very well in the slot where his athleticism and speed can be difference makers. The Indians wideout runs good routes and once he breaks loose into the open field, defenders have a hard time catching up. Brooks is a high value prospect as he can work the slot, take handoffs and turn into a key piece on special teams as a returner and potential gunner. There is a lot to like about Brooks and his value on the next level.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1219648' first='Rayene' last='Chiha'] - Rockvale</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- If any college coach is looking for a last minute edition to their 2026 recruiting class that could turn out to be an impact player down the road, Chiha might be your guy! All you have to do is turn on the film and you will see an explosive, fast wideout that shows home run hitting abilities. Chiha might be one of the fastest pass catchers we have in this senior class that would fit very well working out of the slot in college. The Rockets senior is a versatile prospect as well that could develop in the secondary if needed. I do like his game best on offense where he can be a threat to find the end zone anytime he touches the ball, which could include the return game as well. This guy is a true hidden gem and potential steal for whoever signs him.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='966033' first='Brandon' last='Goliday'] - Antioch (Signed w/ Arkansas St.)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- A big factor behind Goliday signing with Arkansas St. was his breakout senior year where he led the 6A ranks in receiving and became a more reliable target that consistently found a way to get open. The Bears pass catcher really took his game to new levels this Fall as he displayed more explosion, better route running and increased speed. He was as reliable as you could find this past season but also someone that did a good job of creating yards after the catch. I see upside with his pass blocking as well, which is of high value to college teams. This Nashville area prospect is a high football IQ guy that I believe can flourish with the Red Wolves and one day potentially become their starting slot receiver.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1664168' first='Christopher' last='Damron'] - Westview</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- When you watch a lot of film, you tend to find guys that have gone under the radar but show vast improvement throughout their careers and Damron is one of them. The Chargers senior is coming off his best season to date where he established himself as a go-to target that consistently created yards after the catch and usually found the end zone. Damron is a fast, shifty pass catcher that shows a second gear and some of the best hands in his senior class. He has improved his route running as well, which provides more value to Damron as a prospect. I love his upside in the slot where he can work a variety of routes and create mismatches. You will definitely see his ranking rise and the Chargers senior could very well make it into our Top 100.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2086426,"width":"260px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/12/cdamron2.jpg?w=400" alt="" class="wp-image-2086426" style="width:260px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1287024' first='Cy' last='Longley'] - Ravenwood (Committed to Valparaiso)&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Recently taking himself off the market with his commitment to Valpo, Longley is a long term, big upside slot receiver that may be one of the fastest wideouts we have from our senior class. This Williamson County native really took advantage of his senior season where Longley showed more explosion, better hands and enhanced route running. Eventually this season, Longley became a go-to target for his quarterbacks and the team's top deep threat. The Raptors wideout is a great option for the slot where his speed can be a problem. More work is needed in the weight room and development on the field but I think Valpo might have gotten a steal here that could pay off big down the road.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='402550' first='Javaston' last='Badgett'] - Knox. Central&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Badgett is an interesting case to scout because he is built more like a running back but his skill set and game play fits well in the slot. When you look over his film, you see an explosive runner that gets into his routes quickly then separates from his defender. Badgett is a natural athlete that could be utilized in several ways from working in the slot to taking handoffs or even being used on special teams as a potential return guy. The one thing that may be holding college coaches back from getting on board is his height. Badgett stands about 5 '8 to 5' 9, so he isn't the biggest but he is physically well built with a versatile skill set that could shine in the right system. I do like this player and what he brings to the field as a big play threat that has the speed to present fits for opposing defenses.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2086427,"width":"312px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/10/jbadgett-crop-400x263-1766170750.jpg?w=400" alt="" class="wp-image-2086427" style="width:312px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1891090' first='Sam' last='Bowers'] - Pope Prep&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- One of the bigger breakout receivers from our senior class was this Mid-Tennessee talent that stepped up big time and showed signs of potentially being a #1 guy on the college level. Sporting a nice combination of size and speed, Bowers is a big play threat that can get behind defenders and run his way into the end zone. Several times throughout the season, the Knights wideout used his athleticism and speed to take advantage of secondaries by either beating his man off the line or showing good route running to find open spots in the defense. Bowers fits well working out of the slot but he could provide snaps on the outside if needed. More refinement is of course needed but Bowers showed potential this past season to not only rise in our rankings but also peak the interest of several college programs.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(WR) [player_tooltip player_id='2058772' first='Dylan' last='Hawks'] - Green Hill&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Hawks is a guy I will beat the table for as I see D1 potential with him and upside that can be developed further on the next level. The first thing you like about Hawks is his quickness off the snap. This is an athletic pass catcher that gets into his routes quickly and once the ball reaches his hands, Hawks uses his speed and second gear to separate from his defender. He also does well with contested catches as well, showing potential in the red zone. I like the upside here for Hawks to develop nicely in the slot and become a mismatch problem. I also see potential on special teams as a return guy and gunner. There is a lot of value left to be filled within Hawks, so whoever signs him could be getting a future starter and big play threat down the road.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other Potential Stock Risers: (WR/TE) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1609993' first='Nick' last='Graham'] </strong>- Collierville, (WR) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='851932' first='Willie' last='Wilkins'] </strong>- Southwind, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1908180' first='Jace' last='Ballard'] </strong>- GCA, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1598138' first='Andrus' last='Farmer'] </strong>- Memp. Central, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1611645' first='William' last='Jones'] </strong>- Briarcrest Chrst., <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1422957' first='Casen' last='Jenkins'] </strong>- Knox. Catholic</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2058792,"width":"310px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/11/dhawks.jpg?w=700" alt="" class="wp-image-2058792" style="width:310px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->