2026 Pendleton County ATH Chase Owens Chase Owens 6'0" | 195 lbs | ATH Pendleton County | 2026 State WV has been a very good player for the Wildcats during his career and has definite next-level ability. He’s physically put together at 6’0 195, and has shown he can impact the game at receiver, running back, and linebacker. Owens’ frame suggests he settles in at linebacker in college if he wishes to continue playing, but his offensive numbers have been impressive as well, with potential to make a mark there at the next level.

Pendleton County senior WR/LB Chase Owens Chase Owens 6'0" | 195 lbs | ATH Pendleton County | 2026 State WV has emerged as one of the Wildcats’ top playmakers as they enter the playoffs. He’s been a force on both sides of the ball, racking up 96 tackles and 9.5 TFLs on defense while leading the team in the passing game with 1,000 receiving yards and 8 touchdowns. Owens is a well-built, versatile athlete at 6’0″ 195, capable of making plays in space and creating mismatches. His combination of size, speed, and physicality makes him a dangerous weapon for Pendleton County as they make a run in the postseason.

You may be more familiar with 2026 Pendleton County WR Chase Owens Chase Owens 6'0" | 195 lbs | ATH Pendleton County | 2026 State WV from his prowess on the basketball court, but his football ability should not be overlooked either. Owens totaled just under 700 yards and 7 touchdowns as a sophomore for the Wildcats as a WR and RB and earned WVSWA Class A Honorable Mention All-State honors in 2023. Owens is a thickly built athlete at 6’0 195 whose size may better fit at running back long term but debuts as a Top 25 WR in the 2026 class for now. Owens is a natural athlete with good speed and playmaking ability in any sport he plays. He’s still raw as a route runner and looks more natural as a running back, but Owens has the athleticism to further develop in that area.

We love including small school players in our rankings when appropriate, and Owens deserved some notoriety for his play on the football field.