Brayden Payne Brayden Payne 5'8" | 160 lbs | ATH Bryan Station | 2028 State KY showed off his athleticism all night against the Generals. He made plays out wide and from the backfield, including a deep reception he made over a Lafayette defender that set Station up in the red zone. Payne can also play RB and be used in motion from the slot, where he uses his speed to burst outside and beat defenders with his feet. He nearly went the distance on a 27-yard jet sweep in the second half. Payne can be plugged anywhere on the field thanks to his high football IQ, elusiveness, ability to change directions, and vision as a ball carrier.

Brayden Payne Brayden Payne 5'8" | 160 lbs | ATH Bryan Station | 2028 State KY is a dynamic kickoff returner and wide receiver for Bryan Station High School. Payne has proven himself potent in the return game, breaking several long runs in the first three weeks of the season. He’s arguably the most consistent receiver on the Defenders’ roster this season. Payne plays with a lot of effort, too. He is quick to turn up the field to produce yards after the catch. Payne is shifty in the slot, but he also welcomes contact with the ball in his hands. He can be an X-factor for Bryan Station down the line this season.

Payne has elite speed and agility that immediately jump off the tape. He sees the field well, changes direction without losing much speed, and just keeps accelerating the farther the play goes. Once he gets into the open field, he’s a threat to score every time he touches it. He’s also a really good kick returner who can house any return if he finds a crease. As a receiver, he may not be the biggest guy, but he’s tough to get hands on because of how quick he is off the line and in and out of his breaks. He’s dynamic and a fun guy to watch.