After playing quarterback last season, Antajuan Dumphord Antajuan Dumphord 6'4" | 200 lbs | ATH Southwestern | 2025 State KY was moved into more of an athlete role where he is used all over the field and he has thrived in this new role so far. Dumphord is currently the leading receiver in 5A, catching 38 passes for 670 yards and six touchdowns through six games. He lines up on the outside where he is a true deep threat and is able to use his athleticism to make tough contested catches. Dumphord has also shown some value as a ball carrier, running the ball 37 times for 211 yards and eight touchdowns so far. He has also proven to be a dangerous returner on special teams, returning one kickoff for a touchdown this season. Antajuan doesn’t currently hold any offers but he is definitely a player to keep an eye on over the next two seasons.

Given his most recent performance in his Cardinals’ 19-14 win over Madison Southern, Dumphord’s transition from quarterback to wide receiver seems to be progressing seamlessly, as he hauled in 4 receptions for 116 yards and 2 touchdowns while adding 10 touches via rushing attempts for an additional 45 yards.  Also intercepting 1 pass versus the Eagles to help secure the victory, he now has 23 total pass receptions for 450 yards and 5 touchdowns after four games, in addition to 153 yards and 5 more touchdowns on 25 rushing attempts. Likewise a special team threat who has returned 1 kickoff for a score this season, he currently averages 0ver 152 total yards and 16.5 points per game, energizing his squad’s 4-0 start. His tall, physical frame and unique skill set create numerous matchup problems for most opposing defenses and his ability to align in multiple positions only further complicates the challenge. Currently considering an offer from Eastern Kentucky, he is sure to attract countless others before the culmination of his prep career next fall.

A second “repurposed” quarterback who enjoyed a breakout performance in his initial start as a wide receiver, Dumphord’s athleticism, frame and skill set appears well-suited for a wide variety of roles/positions both offensively and defensively. After producing over 2600 yards of total offense last season from the quarterback position, he seems equally well suited to succeed in his new position. In addition to gaining 32 yards rushing and 1 touchdown on 7 carries, he also generated 164 receiving yards and 2 more touchdowns on 6 receptions. Whether aligning wide, in the slot or in the backfield, at 6’4″ and 195 pounds, he poses countless matchup problems for most defensive schemes, and as his route-running and timing continue to develop, the ways in which the Cardinals opt to get him the football will increase.