Cuthbertson has done everything for the Eagles in 2026. He went 1/1passing for 5 yards and a touchdown, 36 carries for 291 yards and 6 touchdowns, 34 catches for 584 yards and 10 touchdowns on offense. He has also added 9 punt returns for 238 yards and 2 punt return touchdowns and 9 kickoff returns for 241 yards and 1 kickoff return touchdown on special teams. On defense, he has 26 tackles with 3 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 8 interceptions for 358 yards and touchdowns, 2 pass breakups, 1 fumble recovery and 1 blocked punt.

Cuthbertson is leading the Eagles with 363 yards, which is nearly three times that of their second-leading receiver. He also has 4 touchdowns on the year, from his 23 catches, and averages 15.8 yards each time he touches the ball. His 23 catches is more than double the next receiver on the team, and he has all but one of the team’s receiving touchdowns. His 72.6 yards per game is nearly three times that of the closest receiver as well.

West Craven lost some talent on both sides of the ball, but Cuthbertson returns after 1,300 yards of total offense and six interceptions defensively. He’s a long, speedy receiver who can break contain against a variety of coverages, and he opens things up for his teammates. Defensively, he relies on a lot of athleticism to make plays most other guys can’t.

Mr. do-it-all for West Craven last season, Xavier Cuthbertson Xavier Cuthbertson 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH West Craven | 2027 State NC put together an explosive junior campaign that showcased his versatility and elite playmaking ability. Whether it was on the ground or through the air, he was a constant threat—racking up over 400 rushing yards with 4 touchdowns while nearly eclipsing the 1,000-yard mark receiving with 9 scores. His ability to impact the game in multiple ways makes him one of the most dangerous weapons in the 252. With that kind of production and skill set, expect Cuthbertson to continue being a focal point and one of the top playmakers in the region heading into his senior season.