One of the elite track athletes in the state, Tay Seals Tay Seals 5'10" | 145 lbs | ATH Clear Creek-Amana | 2027 State IA is the type of prospect any an all colleges should be willing to take a shot on.

Unsurprisingly, Seals is a menace in space. When given a lane for a big gain or glimpse of the endzone, Seals has every chance to get there. A slot receiver that can serve as a gadget guy that catches screen passes or takes an end-around to the outside, Seals is one of those prospects that feels like he has a chance to reach the endzone whenever he touchdes the ball. As a defender, he possesses the speed to stay attached to a pass-catcher’s hip and then tip the ball away at the last second for the PBU.

Whether it’s as a returner, slot receiver or defensive back, Seals deserves an opportunity. So far, he’s earned a scholarship offer from Minnesota State-Mankato.

Tay Seals Tay Seals 5'10" | 145 lbs | ATH Clear Creek-Amana | 2027 State IA ‘ has been a strong track athlete for the Clippers through the 2026 season, and that athleticism has translated perfectly well on the gridiron serving as their swiss-army knife. Seals holds numerous victories so far this season at multiple different track categories, most particularly the 110m hurdles, posting a 13.77 second hurdles run which ranks the 2nd fastest among all athletes in the state this season. On the field, Seals has flashed potential at WR and DB, but has had his most success in the return game, averaging over 33 yards per return on 15 total runbacks and 2 kick return TDs in 2025. Seals’ skillset at the former 2 positions could be more refined, but there’s no doubt of how dangerous he is with the ball in his hands, having the potential of breaking a huge play every time he gets the ball. Seals may be more likely to compete in track at the next level, but his all-purpose potential will undeniably intrigue scouts who may be willing to give him a shot to play college football as well.

A unique prospect that possesses elite track speed, Tay Seals Tay Seals 5'10" | 145 lbs | ATH Clear Creek-Amana | 2027 State IA has proven to be one of the top returners in the state, thanks to his high-level quickness and ability to make plays in space. Posting the second-best 110-meter high hurdles time in the state last spring, he won a state title in the event in a 3A record time of 13.58, also a top 20 time in the nation.

A threat to score almost any time he touches the ball, Seals is a utility piece for Clear Creak-Amana, also playing receiver and defensive back for the Clippers — but his main calling card for playing at the next level may be his ability to make plays as a returner. Returning 11 kicks for 437 yards (39.7 yards per return) and two scores, once Seals gets to top speed, he’s awfully difficult to track down. He also returned four punts for 59 yards (14.8 per return).

Offensively, he caught 27 passes for 335 yards and three touchdowns, and he’ll undoubtedly be a more featured part of the offense in 2026. If he wants to run track and play football at the next level, he’ll have a shot thanks to his return skills.

Seals flashed upside as a sophomore in 2024. He caught 12 balls for 191 yards and three touchdowns, and rushed once for 16 yards. He accounted for 12 solo tackles and an interception on defense, and helped out on special teams. This fall, he’s impacting all three phases at a higher level. Seals had hauled in 26 catches for 331 yards and three scores with 13 solo tackles and a fumble recovery through seven games. He’s averaged 40.6 yards on 10 kick returns with two touchdowns, and averaged 14.8 yards on four punt returns. Seals can be an asset in the return game on the next level. It’s up to the college if it likes him better on offense or defense. In the slot, he can create in space and make people miss. The quick bursts that aid him as a returner, shine through when he has the ball in his hands. The quickness also works well on defense. He’s smooth in back pedaling with fluid hip movement.

The 3A state champion in the 110-meter high hurdles with a time of 13.58 and a 100-meter PR of 10.64 seconds, Tay Seals Tay Seals 5'10" | 145 lbs | ATH Clear Creek-Amana | 2027 State IA is one of the fastest football players in the state of Iowa. A major weapon for Poynton, Seals should be a significant reason as to why Poynton can have a major boost in his numbers this fall.

Standing at just 5’9″ and 143 pounds, Seals will benefit from scheming up plays to get him the ball in space, setting up swing passes and screens, returning punts and kicks and throwing the ball deep and allowing him to go and get it.

Seals enjoyed success as a Clipper sophomore in 2024. He caught 12 passes for 191 yards and three touchdowns, and picked up 16 yards on his lone carry. On defense, 12 of his 14.0 tackles were of the solo variety. Rounding out the evidence of his broad-based skills were an interception and a punt return for eight yards. Expect Seals to make a much bigger impact this coming season. His sophomore highlight video shows us a crafty and speedy slot receiver that operates well in the middle of the field and also can damage defenses on jet sweeps. His tape also shows the ability and willingness to block, which will endear him to coaches.