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2027 WR Hayden George gives University another proven playmaker after putting together one of the state’s most productive seasons a year ago. George finished with 92 receptions for 1,300 yards and 12 touchdowns, while also making his presence felt defensively with 22 pass breakups and seven interceptions. His route running is what separates him from many receivers in the class, showing a natural feel for creating space with sharp breaks, good tempo, and an understanding of leverage. George consistently finds ways to get open and has become a dependable target in every area of the passing game. His production on both sides of the ball, paired with his polished skill set, should keep D1 programs paying close attention throughout his senior season.

2027 University WR Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV wins with how polished he is as a route runner. George has a natural feel for setting defenders up, using leverage and tempo to create separation before he even makes his break. He’s sudden out of his cuts, stays under control, and consistently gets in and out of routes with purpose. George understands how to find space and make himself available, which shows up in his steady production year after year. It’s a refined part of his game that makes him reliable and tough to cover on every level of the passing game.

Another name whose stock has risen in the 2027 rankings in every update is University’s Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV . He had one of the more productive 2025 campaigns in his junior season with 92 catches for 1,300 yards and 12 touchdowns to pair with his 22 PBUs and 7 interceptions on defense. George is a well-rounded football player and athlete, which should earn him D1 interest heading into his senior year.

As the playoffs continue, 2027 University WR Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV has solidified himself as one of the top receiving threats in West Virginia. He’s been a key playmaker for the Hawks, consistently producing big plays and stretching the field. George’s continued growth as a receiver this season has reinforced his status as a confident D1 prospect, and his performance in the postseason could elevate his profile even further.

2027 University WR Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV made us look good by naming him as our X-Factor in their matchup with Parkersburg in round one. He caught 9 passes for 157 yards and two touchdowns in the 62-14 blowout in round one, as he continues to put up big numbers in his junior season. If the Hawks want to advance past Huntington in the quarterfinals, they’ll need George and Co. to have their best performance yet this week.

2027 University WR Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV has put himself in the Randy Moss Award conversation with an excellent junior season for the Hawks. He continues to elevate his game year after year and is excelling in their high-powered passing attack. George went over the 1,000-yard receiving mark at the end of the regular season and has caught 79 passes and 8 touchdowns in total. His play on defense as a defensive back shouldn’t be overlooked either, with 16 PBUs and 5 interceptions. George plays the receiver position exactly how you’d want it to be executed in a spread offense, making him a perfect fit for University’s X-Factor representative.

2027 University WR Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV is emerging as a household name in West Virginia as he’s elevated his game even further in his junior season. George is one of the leading receivers in the state at the midway point and will be on the short list for the Randy Moss Award if he continues this level of play in the second half of the year. He’ll be a likely stock riser again in our rankings after the season, as he’s consistently developed both physically and developmentally through his career to date and is a confident D1 prospect in our eyes.

2027 University WR Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV was up to his old tricks in a big 38-27 win over Parkersburg South in week two. George finished with 6 receptions for 93 yards and a touchdown to go along with 2 PBUs on defense. The Hawks have a host of talented pass catchers to utilize on offense, but George continues to emerge as their top playmaker in the passing game.

One of our favorite prospects in the 2027 class is University WR Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV . He’s the definition of a gamer and produces at a high level in any setting that he’s competing in. George will be one of the best playmakers in the state for the next years and is a fun watch.

Here’s what we recently said about George in our 2027 Rankings Stock Risers article:

“ Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV is just a consistent player every time you get to watch him in person, and he was deserving of a rankings boost heading into his junior year. George is just a pure playmaker for the Hawks, and you see that every time you watch him perform. That’s the case in games, camps, and 7-on-7s, forcing you not to ignore his ability and skill level. George had a standout sophomore year in 2024, and we expect him to take another jump as a junior this fall as a top receiver prospect in the 2027 class.

Hayden George Hayden George 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR/DB University | 2027 State WV is just a consistent player every time you get to watch him in person, and was deserving of a rankings boost heading into his junior year. George is just a pure playmaker for the Hawks, and you see that every time you watch him perform. That’s the case in games, camps, and 7-on-7s, forcing you not to ignore his ability and skill level. George had a standout sophomore year in 2024, and we expect him to take another jump as a junior this fall as a top receiver prospect in the 2027 class.