Derek Jewell Derek Jewell 5'10" | 170 lbs | WR Tug Valley | 2027 State WV has grown steadily within the Tug Valley program and now enters his senior offseason positioned for a much larger spotlight. The 2027 receiver produced 500 receiving yards and six touchdowns as a junior while also contributing defensively with 49 tackles and an interception, showing the kind of two-way value that keeps him on the field. In an offense loaded with talented athletes, he often worked as a secondary option, but his route-running and ability to threaten defenses at multiple levels stood out. Jewell moves well with the ball in his hands and has the versatility to create after the catch or line up in different spots within the formation. The next step is turning that steady production into a featured role as a senior and proving he can consistently carry a larger share of the offense. If he does that, Jewell has the type of well-rounded skill set that could draw college attention while establishing himself as one of the more reliable playmakers in a talented 2027 group for the Panthers.

Derek Jewell Derek Jewell 5'10" | 170 lbs | WR Tug Valley | 2027 State WV has steadily developed in the Tug Valley program and should have his breakout season as a senior in 2026. The junior WR/DB was a two-way standout who may be overshadowed by other top athletes in the Panthers’ talented 2027 class, with 500 receiving yards and 6 scores on offense paired with 49 tackles and an interception on defense. A big senior season for Jewell could bring in D2 attention as a prospect with a high D3 floor.

Another prospect who may be new to some people’s radars this season is 2027 Tug Valley WR Derek Jewell Derek Jewell 5'10" | 170 lbs | WR Tug Valley | 2027 State WV . He saw playing time as a sophomore for the Panthers, but has emerged as a great second option in the passing game with classmate Cameron Slone Cameron Slone 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR Tug Valley | 2027 State WV . Jewell can be effective in all three levels of the passing game and is a diverse route runner. His athleticism allows him to be versatile in how he’s used, with the ability to be a playmaker after the catch as well.

Look for 2027 Tug Valley WR/DB Derek Jewell Derek Jewell 5'10" | 170 lbs | WR Tug Valley | 2027 State WV to have a breakout season for the Panthers after producing a solid sophomore season in 2024. Jewell is a two-way player with a bulk of his production coming on the defensive side of the ball but will have more pass-catching opportunities over the next two years. He’s a two-sport athlete with a basketball background as well and athletic traits to develop into a quality football prospect with some more seasoning. Jewell displayed quality athletic traits during combine testing and is a raw prospect with upside and potential to build on by hs senior year at one of the top small school programs in the state.