Hinton caused problems for both opposing offenses and defenses. On offense, he had the speed to take the top off the secondary for downfield shots and consistently won contested jump balls in the endzone. His ability to stretch the field vertically loosened up coverage for him to work the short and intermediate game as well. Defensively, he showcased his abilities in coverage with fast feet and hands to match receivers’ releases at the line of scrimmage and fluid hips that can flip from his back pedal without losing a step to the receiver.

Hinton was absolutely electric on both days, and flashed the best playmaking skills out of any 18U WR in attendance. He is a cut, lean player with the desired traits to get off the line, close space, and separate. What he did down the field is where he made a living. Just some fantastic ball tracking skills with the ability to climb the ladder and win on the head of defenders. It was play after play for Hinton in day 2, and while I wish I could’ve seen him more this tournament, he did good enough in the reps I saw to go home as a top performer.

One of Georgia’s finest athletes. He represents the Ridgeland Panthers the right way and is one of the players I am the most excited to see compete, as he is now expected to be one of the better two-way players in the area. He finished the season with some great stats and plays, but with the program having a new coach and a new setup, the talented prospect will be tasked with even more now than he was before.

The term “playmaker” is best used when you talk about someone like Hinton. Hinton is a moment maker with all the talent in the world. He is very elusive after the catch, but can reach a very high point with a solid vertical. He can beat you with route running as well, as he was hands down the best player on the Ridgeland roster this season. He is one of my favorite wide receivers in the state of Georgia, and he is expected to have a huge season to close out his high school football career.

A shifty, electric receiver who can break tackles and stay on his feet after contact, Hinton is one of the best playmakers across North Georgia in the 2027 class. He’s a threat to score any time he has the ball and has the natural speed and elusiveness that college coaches covet. He’s a major weapon on offense who consistently made big plays all season long. He shows dependable hands, impressive burst, and should see his recruitment at some point over the next several months. After a really strong junior season, Hinton is now ranked as the No. 27 WR prospect in the state

A coach once told me that there was no one more explosive in the Chattanooga, Tennessee/very northern part of the state. I would have to say that he has a case, and that he isn’t entirely wrong at all. Hinton is electric. he is the guy that the opponents must gameplan against. He is a high-caliber safety, but is also a weapon with the ball in his hands. He is a very quick ball player, but is an overall athlete that is ultimately the best I’ve seen in the area. He has some quality traits, and he has the chance to improve, which is exciting to know, as he could be one of the more explosive players in the state if the pieces fall together..

The Ridgeland Panthers are at their best when the two-way star is on. Hinton is one of the most explosive players in the state of Georgia. He is someone who is going to light it up on Saturdays. He can play both offense and defense, and has the chance to play either way in college. I am shocked he has yet to gain an offer, but I believe he will soon.