Kansas City Post-Season All Area First Team

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here is a look at the PRZ 2025 post season Kansas City Area first team offensive and defensive teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OFFENSE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>QB - [player_tooltip player_id='849688' first='Rocco' last='Marriott'] (6'4” 212) 2026 Platte County<br>- UFC Signee - One of the top quarterback prospects to come out of the state in recent year. Led his team to back-to-back state championships. Great size, speed (4.59 40) and overall athleticism. Threw for over 3,300 yards and 49 touchdowns as a senior. Ran for another 7 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RB- <strong>Samuel Zinnah</strong> (5'10” 185) 2027 North Kansas City<br>- Helped form one of the best RB duos in the KC area using his combination of speed, quickness and toughness to rush for over 1,400 yards and 18 touchdowns in helping lead his team into the playoffs before losing to the eventual Class 6 state champs in the semifinals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RB - [player_tooltip player_id='424661' first='Dawson' last='Head'] (6'0” 190) 2028 Grain Valley<br>-A rising talent who had a breakout season in 2025. The sophomore showed flashes of what was to come when he was a freshman, and came back to be one of the leading rushers in KC running for over 1,900 yards with 29 touchdowns while averaging 9.6 yards per carry. Great speed, feet and power.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RB - [player_tooltip player_id='2004012' first='Preston' last='Hatfield'] (5'9" 175) 2026 Lee's Summit<br>- Mizzou Commit - Set the Show-Me bowl record with 457 yards rushing to help his Tigers win the state championship, and surpassing current Rams All-Pro RB Kyren Williams record. Hatfield has great speed and elusiveness. He's an all-purpose type back who can catch the ball and played QB in a Wildcat single wing offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WR - [player_tooltip player_id='1260478' first='Braiden' last='Stevens'] (5'10" 165) 2026 Platte County<br>- Minnesota Signee - An electric slot receiver type with elite caliber speed and quick twitch athleticism. Runs terrific routes and has superior hands. Had 52 catches for for 975 yards and 15 touchdowns, averaging almost 19 yards per catch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WR - [player_tooltip player_id='2045823' first='Jake' last='Hensel'] (6'1" 175) 2027 Park Hill South<br>- Another breakout performer in 2025 with a huge season. Hensel led the Missouri side of the KC area in yardage with 1,107 yards, averaging 20.6 yards per catch on 54 grabs with 10 touchdowns. He has good size and reliable hands with the ability to make tough catches. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WR - [player_tooltip player_id='1127273' first='Dante' last='Dixon'] (5'10" 165) 2026 Park Hill<br>- Southwest Baptist Commit - One of the top two-way players in the state who was also one of the top defensive backs in KC besides leading the area in receptions with 91. Dixon is a sure handed receiver who makes play after play. He finished his senior year with 1,053 yards and 12 touchdowns. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>TE - [player_tooltip player_id='1320111' first='Brooks' last='Hall'] (6'5" 225) 2026 Platte County<br>- UCF Signee - A big receiving target with good speed who runs routes like a receiver, and also blocks really well. Does a good job getting downfield and catching the ball in the red zone. Had 31 catches for 374 yards and 7 touchdowns in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='1129822' first='Jonathan' last='Pearcy'] (6'5" 300) 2026 Liberty<br>- Wyoming Signee - Powerful, big lineman who moves people and excels at opens running lanes and has for the past couple years. Terrific run blocker with good technique who moves well and is a solid pass protector. Should do well on the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='1667951' first='Will' last='Seiler'] (6'6" 295) 2027 Lee's Summit<br>- Massive junior offensive tackle who is getting the attention of colleges already. Recently picked up his first D1 offer from Cornell. Moves very well and has good feet. Was a big part in helping the Tigers with their impressive rushing game and winning a state championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='1059896' first='Brock' last='Barrows'] (6'3" 280) 2028 Lee's Summit West<br>- One of the top young offensive lineman in the Midwest. Aggressive and plays with an attitude. Played defensive line as well and did a great job there. Good power and explosiveness. Is strong and does a great job with his run blocking and pass pro. Already has several D1 offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='652849' first='Kyler' last='Kuhn'] (6'4" 285) 2027 St. Pius X<br>- The current top ranked prospect in the 2027 PRZ rankings. Very athletic offensive lineman and a top wrestler. Has great quickness and strength. Really good feet and understands leverage in his run and pass blocking. Already being heavily recruited with multiple D1 offers and continues to draw attention from top schools. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL - <strong>Nyke Belabre </strong>(6'3" 285) 2026 Kearney<br>- Washburn Signee - Has played a big role in helping the Bulldog offense with his blocking ability the past two season. Elevated his game his senior year and anchored the offensive line to help win a state championship and finish 14-0. Strong, good size and is a good athlete.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='1128438' first='Karsten' last='Fiene'] (6'2" 195) 2026 Lee's Summit<br>- Mizzou Commit - This future SEC player is one of the top athletes in the state with his speed, leaping ability and quickness. Did it all to help on his team's Class 6 championship run. Besides being a top receiver, he also run the ball and stood out on defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DEFENSE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='284045' first='Ronelle' last='Johnson'] (6'3" 275) 2026 Blue Springs <br>- Indiana Signee - Quick, strong and fast defensive lineman who can play inside or outside along the defensive line. Has a great first step and an explosive burst. Terrific motor and plays the run as well as rushes the passer aggressively. Recorded 60 tackles, 5 sacks, 14 tackles for loss and 3 forced fumbles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='1129814' first='Jonah' last='Were'] (6'3" 250) 2026 Park Hill <br>- Southern Illinois Signee - Another talented D1 prospect who has been one of the top defensive linemen in the Kansas City area the last couple of years. He's strong and quick who plays well against the run and comes of the edge well. Had 73 tackles, 6 sacks, 11 tackles for loss and an interception.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='212327' first='Isaac' last='Beaver'] (6'2" 284) 2026 Kearney <br>- North Dakota Signee - Freakishly athletic for a defensive tackle with great speed and a 33" vertical jump at 280-plus, along with great quickness and lateral movement. Tremendous motor and very impressive strength. Lives in the weight room. Had 44 tackles, 8 sacks, 25 pressures and 13 tackles for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='1590175' first='DeAbriion' last='Porchia'] (6'3" 240) 2027 Raytown<br>- One of the top young defensive end prospects in the state. Has all the tools college look for. Great first step and speed off the edge. Good size and athleticism. Should catch the attention of colleges this off season. Recorded 45 tackles, 12 sacks, 11 tackles for loss and 2 forced fumbles. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LB - [player_tooltip player_id='1260477' first='Kobe' last='Rhymes'] (6'1" 225) 2027 North Kansas City<br>- Another top level D1 prospect who has already picked up an impressive list of over 20 offers so far. Talented two-way player who is fun to watch at running back, where his speed, size and strength make him hard to catch and bring down as he ran for over 1,100 yards and 16 touchdowns. Uses those gifts and his hitting ability to be a big time linebacker in the middle. Had 90 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 19 tackles for loss, 1 forced fumble and a fumble recovery,</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LB - [player_tooltip player_id='1587367' first='Prince' last='Goldsby'] (6'4" 215) 2027 Blue Springs South<br>- Fast rising prospect who had a breakout junior season and has become a high level D1 prospect with colleges offering. A big time problem off the edge with 4.5 fort speed and gets in the backfield in a hurry. Also does a great job running down plays or dropping in pass coverage. Has long arms and gets his hands in passing lanes. Had 92 tackles, 14 sacks, 16 pressures, 23 tackles for loss, 3 fumbles recoveries and 1 forced fumble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LB - <strong>Will Scott</strong> (5'11" 205) 2028 Odessa<br>- Impressive sophomore defender who is a tackling machine. Is quick and has good speed and makes players sideline-to-sideline. Strong and likes to hit. Makes good reads and plays well against the pass too. Had 147 tackles, 3.5 sacks. 13 tackles for loss, 3 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles and 2 blocked kicks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LB - [player_tooltip player_id='1590205' first='Drew' last='Benassi'] (6'3" 215) 2027 Lee's Summit<br>- Big and fast linebacker prospect who plays on both sides of the ball for his team he helped win the Class 6 state championship. A very good athlete who runs well and makes plays. Has good hands and covers well against the pass. Had over 700 yards and 7 touchdowns on offense. Should be on colleges radars over the off season. Had 94 tackles, 3 sacks and 14 tackles for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='1585603' first='Trashundon' last='Neal'] (6'2" 180) 2026 Liberty North<br>- Mizzou Commit - One of the top defensive backs in the 2026 class. Great size, very good speed and can really lock down receivers in coverage. Has goo hands and is quick with good ball skills. Is also physical and plays well against the run. Versatile and can play corner or safety. Had 45 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 1 interception and 3 pass break ups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='1323475' first='Cy' last='Wilmes'] ( 6'1" 193) 2027 Blue Springs South<br>- A rising junior who was one of the best safety prospects I saw in the '27 class. Big, physical defender who makes good reads, runs well, has good speed and is a real playmaker all over the field. Had 87 tackles, 2 sacks, 5 tackles for loss, 4 fumble recoveries, 2 forced fumbles, 3 interceptions, 5 pass break ups, a safety and a blocked punt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='848164' first='Cruz' last='Lewandowski'] (5'10" 180) 2029 Rockhurst<br>- The first freshman to start on varsity for Rockhurst since Tony Temple. A talented young athlete with a bright future who has a great understanding of the game and impressive skills for his age. Super quick, explosive and strong. Good speed and has a nose for the ball. Had 65 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 10 pass break ups and an interceptions </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='1665372' first='Armon' last='Weathers'] (6'3" 180) 2026 Raytown<br>- Tall, rangy defensive back who can play both corner and safety. Has good speed and runs with anyone and impressive coverage skills and ball skills. Good hands and is quick. Had 35 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 3 forced fumbles,10 pass break ups and 5 interceptions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='1647771' first='Brody' last='Roher'] (6'2" 212) 2028 Summit Christian<br>- Talented young defender and playmaker. Really good athlete who has speed and is quick. Can cover a lot of ground in a hurry. Two-way player who also excels on offense. Had 126 tackles, 1.5 sacks. 14.5 tackles for loss, 2 fumble recoveries and 2 forced fumbles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->