Danny Ahearn
Danny Ahearn
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Michael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
Ahearn was a one man wrecking machine, racking up 159 yards from scrimmage and two rushing TDs before exiting the game in the third quarter when taking a nasty hit to the head. Once he left the game, the Legends offense became stagnant. Hopefully, he will be healthy in time to take on Bennett in the semi-finals next week.
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Read EvaluationMichael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
I pegged Ahearn as Lancaster’s breakout player in the 2024 preseason and he delivered. Danny took the reigns as Lancaster’s lead back and had a tremendous season with over 1,200 yards from scrimmage and 19 TDs enroute to making the All State team. This season, there will be a lot of expectations as a senior with a new QB under center and a new WR corps.
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Read EvaluationMichael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
Lancaster had one of the most balanced offensive attacks in WNY. Their passing game was well documented but at the center of their team was Ahearn; a disciplined runner that was also effective in the passing game.
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Read EvaluationMichael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
The stage was set for Ahearn to have a breakout year. Lancaster’s top two rushers from 2023 had graduated, leaving him as Lancaster’s lone rusher. Danny did not disappoint as he racked up 1,274 yards from scrimmage and 19 scores on the way to leading the Legends to a Sectional title.
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Read EvaluationMichael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
Ahearn is not one of those guys that is in the top tier statistic wise but he has been a pivotal part to Lancaster’s 8-1 sectional record. Ahearn has controlled the game very well this year as a junior with his excellent vision and ability to break tackles. Danny ran for 121 yards and 1 TD in their semifinal victory.
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Read EvaluationMichael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
Going into the season, Ahearn was the breakout candidate to look for and he has not disappointed. Ahearn is a strong runner and can be a threat in the passing game. Danny registered 109 yards from scrimmage and 2 rushing scores.
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Read EvaluationMichael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
2023 leading rusher, Chris Gill has graduated leaving the lead back position open. Enter
Danny Ahearn
Danny
Ahearn
5'11" | 185 lbs | RB/LB
Lancaster | 2026
State
NY
, a quick and shifty runner that is invaluable in the passing game. He has good vision and follows his blockers well.
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Read EvaluationMichael Keighron | Prep Redzone Scout
Danny Ahearn
Danny
Ahearn
5'11" | 185 lbs | RB/LB
Lancaster | 2026
State
NY
is a quick, shifty runner that can be moved around in an offense. He is a phenomenal receiver out of the backfield with good vision and excellent cutting ability. Lancaster’s top 2 leading rushers graduated this year leaving the door open for Ahearn to guide the Legends rushing attack in 2024.
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