Pflugner is a long recruit with elite reach who can get first contact and dictate reps early. He’s versatile and can use his strength to bull rush when he gets into the blocker. He bends well and doesn’t look stiff for his size, which helps him work around the edge. He’s had multiple games with 2+ sacks this year and continues to get after the QB and bring him down. I like the combination of length, bend, and power he brings, and think he has the chance to develop into a starter on Saturdays.

Ashton Pflugner Ashton Pflugner 6'5" | 225 lbs | TE Lexington Catholic | 2027 State KY has been the most consistent receiver for Lexington Catholic this season. He’s potent with the football in his hands and has great speed for a tight end. Coupled with his elite length, Pflugner is someone every defense has to game plan around. Boyle County held him without a touchdown (the first time he failed to score in a game this season), but he was a threat to break off a big play any time the ball was in his hands. He already has offers from the Air Force, Navy, and Butler. Now that he’s healthy, I expect those offers to multiply in the near future.

Last season, Ashton Pflugner Ashton Pflugner 6'5" | 225 lbs | TE Lexington Catholic | 2027 State KY caught two touchdown passes for 230 yards. He was reported at 6’2″ on his Hudl profile this offseason. However, he has since shot up to 6’5″ and 225 pounds, and appears to have elevated his game to the next level this offseason. caught two touchdown passes last week during Lexington Catholic’s road win over Dunbar. In Week 1, A week earlier, he hauled in a touchdown reception with 39 receiving yards to show for it against Ballard. He currently holds offers from Air Force, Navy, and Butler.

Ashton Pflugner Ashton Pflugner 6'5" | 225 lbs | TE Lexington Catholic | 2027 State KY caught my attention with a strong junior season. He is a reliable target down the seam in the passing game, using his speed to create separation. Ashton has also shown the ability to get up the field with a sense of urgency to pick up yards after the catch. Last season, Pflugner caught 15 passes for 230 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games. He has also proven to be a reliable blocker in the run game, using his physicality to knock defenders off balance then drive them out of the picture with ease. Pflugner also played a role on defense last season, recording 17 tackles, one tackle for loss, and a sack. Ashton currently holds offers from Butler, Army, and Air Force, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see more come his way this season.

Ashton Pflugner Ashton Pflugner 6'5" | 225 lbs | TE Lexington Catholic | 2027 State KY is a player who caught my attention when breaking down junior year film. He played a key role in the Lexington Catholic passing game as a junior as he was able to use his speed to pose as a vertical threat down the seam. Pflugner has also shown the ability to get up the field quickly to pick up yards after the catch. He finished last season with 15 receptions for 230 yards and two touchdowns. Ashton is also a very reliable blocker, showing the ability to drive his man off the line of scrimmage with ease to create a running lane for the ball carrier. Pflugner holds offers from Butler, Army, and Air Force, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see more come his way soon.

Ashton Pflugner Ashton Pflugner 6'5" | 225 lbs | TE Lexington Catholic | 2027 State KY is a long, athletic tight end from Lexington Catholic with big-time Saturday potential. He has long strides that help him outrun the secondary and has good ability in contested catch situations. He’s a good vertical threat despite playing tight end, but he is also a big body along the offensive line in block schemes. Pflugner currently holds three Division I offers, including Butler, Army, and Air Force.