I am additionally impressed with Ashton Taylor Ashton Taylor 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Trinity | 2028 State KY , a running back at Trinity High School. Taylor is definitely one of the top prospects in the state of Kentucky. On top of great speed and strength, Taylor stands out with his outstanding footwork and ability to juke out the defense. This elite scoring weapon out of the Louisville area is due for a breakout season this upcoming fall.

Ashton Taylor Ashton Taylor 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Trinity | 2028 State KY is one of the best overall players in the state in his class. He played a key role in Trinity’s 6A state title run as a sophomore in a very talented backfield. Taylor split carries this past season and was very productive when his number was called, carrying the ball 70 times for 453 yards and seven touchdowns in 15 games. Ashton has an explosive burst of speed which he uses to hit the running lane with a sense of urgency then run away from the defense with ease on long runs. He is also very effective in the passing game both as a pass catcher and when used as an extra blocker. Taylor finished his sophomore year with seven receptions for 138 yards and three touchdowns. He has also proven to be an electric returner on special teams, returning one kickoff for a touchdown this past season along with several long returns. Ashton currently holds several Power 4 offers and I fully expect more to come his way this offseason.

In the first place spot on my list is Ashton Taylor, a wide receiver for Indy Select South 18U that made a number of impressive plays throughout the tournament. Taylor’s explosive movement and ability to beat the defense down the stretch played a huge role in his success. I also really liked Taylor’s ability to execute his routes with ease and instantly get open for the touchdown pass. This talented running back out of the Bluegrass State has serious D1 potential.

Ashton Taylor Ashton Taylor 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Trinity | 2028 State KY has continued to prove that he is the most talented running back in the state in his class. He has split carries in a crowded Trinity backfield this season but has been very productive when on the field, carrying the ball 60 times for 382 yards and six touchdowns in 13 games. Taylor has explosive speed which he uses to burst through the running lane with a sense of urgency then run away from the defense on long runs. He has also shown the elusiveness to make defenders miss in the open field. Ashton has also caught seven passes for 138 yards and three touchdowns, and returned one kickoff for a touchdown this season. Taylor currently holds offers from California, BYU, Arizona State, Toledo, Sacramento State, and Northern Arizona, and I expect more to come his way as his role in the Trinity offense continues to grow.

Ashton Taylor Ashton Taylor 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Trinity | 2028 State KY is a player who has been highly regarded on the camp and 7 on 7 circuit this summer. He is a very elusive ball carrier who has shown the quick cuts to make defenders miss and contact balance to break tackles without losing stride. Taylor has also shown the speed to run away from the defense on long runs once he hits the open field. Ashton currently holds offers from BYU, Arizona State, Sacramento State, Toledo, and Northern Arizona, and I expect more to come his way as he continues to develop over the next few seasons.

Taylor’s athletic presence is felt as he was one of the most explosive and fluid movers all weekend. He was mostly used as an inside receiver that could get open in the short and intermediates quickly. He can catch in physical battles and has strong hands. Taylor is rightfully ranked in the Prep Redzone Kentucky rankings and will be someone to watch for nationally in the coming seasons.

I am additionally impressed with Ashton Taylor Ashton Taylor 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Trinity | 2028 State KY , a running back at Trinity High School. What makes Taylor so impactful on the ground is his ability to consistently shake tackles and quickly capitalize on openings in the defensive line. I also like how Taylor can utilize bursts of speed to break free into the backfield and take it all the way to the house for the touchdown.

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Ashton Taylor Ashton Taylor 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Trinity | 2028 State KY is one of the most intriguing young prospects in the state of Kentucky. He is a hard runner, showing the ability to lower his shoulder and keep his legs churning through contact to break tackles with ease without losing stride. Taylor has also shown the speed and elusiveness in the open field to break away on big runs at any given moment. Ashton currently holds an offer from BYU and I expect more to come his way as he is a Power 4/Division I caliber prospect with three years to continue to develop.

Ashton Taylor claimed an offer from BYU coming into the event, making him one of the more noteworthy prospects at the tournament. He proved some of the hype. He was practically unguardable over the middle of the field, throwing too much shake and twitch at defenders for them to match. He demanded extra attention from defenses, which freed up opportunities for his teammates. He is plenty explosive in his feet, a trait that high-level RBs must have. I can absolutely see the intrigue here. Taylor was nearly impossible to match in space and was the engine that made his offense run.

Coming in at number five on my list is Ashton Taylor Ashton Taylor 5'10" | 160 lbs | RB Trinity | 2028 State KY , a running back out of the Louisville area. Taylor caught my attention with his outstanding footwork and ability to maneuver the field. Taylor proved his strength on the ground during positional drills, proving he could quickly juke out the defense and pick up bursts of speed on his way into the endzone.