2020 Top Players Preview: 5A Offense
The last class we will highlight in the top players preview for this season is class 5A. First in this class we will cover the top offensive players, which includes one of the top runningbacks in the class of 2021…
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Continue ReadingThe last class we will highlight in the top players preview for this season is class 5A. First in this class we will cover the top offensive players, which includes one of the top runningbacks in the class of 2021 and one of the most successful QBs in Oklahoma high school football history. Let’s jump into it.
Quarterbacks
1. Ben Harris Ben Harris 6'1" | QB Carl Albert | 2021 State OK : 6’2″ 210 Lbs., Carl Albert, Class of 2021
Similar to Bixby QB Mason Williams Mason Williams 5'10" | QB Bixby | 2021 State OK , Ben Harris Ben Harris 6'1" | QB Carl Albert | 2021 State OK has developed quite the resume over his career at Carl Albert. Over the span of his 3-year career to this point, Ben has gone 42-1 as a starter and has won 3 state championships. With many of his top contributors coming back in 2020 it would not be a surprise if Harris led Carl Albert to another undefeated state championship season to end his historic high school career.
2. Gage Hamm Gage Hamm 6'4" | QB Coweta | 2022 State OK : 6’3″ 195 Lbs., Coweta, Class of 2022
Gage Hamm Gage Hamm 6'4" | QB Coweta | 2022 State OK is an athlete who played all over the field on both sides of the ball for Coweta in 2019 but is likely to focus in at quarterback in the future. Hamm threw for over 2200 yards and 22 TDs in 2019 and showed some encouraging traits. He has great footwork in the pocket, a quick and clean release, and the ability to change his arm angle in certain scenarios while maintaining accuracy. Hamm is one of the best pure passers in the class of 2022 and he is still improving.
Honorable Mentions: Dorian Plumley Dorian Plumley 6'1" | ATH El Reno | 2021 State OK : 6’3″ 195 Lbs., El Reno, Class of 2022 | Luke Tarman Luke Tarman 6'2" | ATH Bishop McGuinness | 2021 State OK : 6’0″ 185 Lbs., Bishop McGuinness, Class of 2021
Runningbacks
1. Javion Hunt Javion Hunt 6'1" | RB Carl Albert | 2021 State OK : 6’0″ 205 Lbs., Carl Albert, Class of 2021
Javion Hunt Javion Hunt 6'1" | RB Carl Albert | 2021 State OK is one of the most electric offensive players in the state. At 6’ 205 Lbs he has prototypical running back size and he has the ability to be a true 3-down back. He has been a jack of all trades for Carl Albert, playing RB, Wildcat QB, Linebacker, and even Cornerback. He is smooth and elusive in the open field with true homerun speed capabilities, while also not being afraid to run someone over and use his power side. Additionally, while having limited reps in 2019, Hunt flashed natural hands and adequate route-running out of the backfield showing that he can do it all at the next level. Along with Union RB AJ Green AJ Green 6'0" | RB Union | 2021 State OK , Hunt is currently committed to Arkansas. This means that even after their high school careers are done they will be going against each other again to see who is RB1, this time on the same team.
2. Te’Zohn Taft Te’Zohn Taft 5'10" | RB Sapulpa | 2021 State OK : 5’11″ 170 Lbs., Sapulpa, Class of 2021
Te’Zohn Taft Te’Zohn Taft 5'10" | RB Sapulpa | 2021 State OK is an electric athlete with incredible speed and agility. Taft played RB and WR for Sapulpa in 2019, but looked more comfortable at RB. He has more than just one-cut ability, can make people miss in the open field, and then leave them in the dust with his second gear. He will have to bulk up if he wants to be a do it all back, but he has the skillset to be an outside runner as well as a legit receiving threat.
Honorable Mentions: TreVaughn Walton: 5’9″ 170 Lbs., Eisenhower, Class of 2022 | Gerard Thompson Gerard Thompson 5'11" | RB Edison | 2021 State OK : 5’10″ 175 Lbs., Edison, Class of 2021
Wide Receivers
1. Jaylon Orange Jaylon Orange 5'10" | RB Shawnee | 2022 State OK : 5’10″ 190 Lbs., Shawnee, Class of 2022
Jaylon Orange Jaylon Orange 5'10" | RB Shawnee | 2022 State OK is an uber-productive offensive weapon that comes into 2020 as one of the biggest threats in the state. In 2019. Orange accumulated 1200 total yards and 14 TDs on offense. He was used at RB, WR, and even occasionally as a wildcat QB on short-yardage and RedZone situations. Watch out for Orange to become one of the top prospects in the state over his next two seasons.
2. Nasir Kemper Nasir Kemper 6'2" | WR Lawton MacArthur | 2021 State OK : 6’1″ 190 Lbs., Lawton McArthur, Class of 2021
Nasir is a great overall athlete who has been used in various positions. In 2019, he was used as a running back and wide receiver on offense, and also returned kicks. He is still developing as a football player, but once he is in the open field he runs with nice agility and speed. Nasir is listed as a WR but could play RB at the next level as well, so 2020 will be an interesting year for Nasir to see if he has a more clear cut role in the McArthur offense.
Honorable Mentions: Gunnar McCollough: 6’3″ 220 Lbs., Coweta, Class of 2021 | William McGuire William McGuire 6'0" | ATH East Central | 2021 State OK : 6’0″ 170 Lbs., East Central, Class of 2021
Offensive Lineman
1. Noah Dobson Noah Dobson 6'3" | OL Carl Albert | 2021 State OK : 6’3″ 360 Lbs., Carl Albert, Class of 2021
Carl Albert has been dominant all over the field for the past three seasons and it’s no different on the offensive line. Dobson is one of the heavier linemen in the class at 360 Lbs. but he does not move like it. His combination of size, strength, and speed is special and will be fun to watch once again in 2020.
2. Iman Oates Iman Oates 6'4" | OL Edison | 2021 State OK : 6’3″ 310 Lbs., Tulsa Edison, Class of 2021
Oates is another lineman in this class who comes into his senior year with college-ready size and technique. Oates is 6’3″, however, his physical attribute that many scouts love the most is his 75-inch wingspan, which is up there with many linemen who were drafted to the NFL this past April. Oates has offers from many Division 2 schools and will definitely receive many more as the season progresses.
Honorable Mentions: Andre Bucktrot Andre Bucktrot 6'3" | OL Hale | 2021 OK 6’3″ 280 Lbs., Hale, Class of 2021 | Davon Moore Davon Moore 6'4" | OL Guthrie | 2021 State OK : 6’4″ 300 Lbs., Guthrie, Class of 2021