Kenneth Best Kenneth Best 6'2" | 220 lbs | TE/EDGE Atkins Academic & Tech | 2027 State NC | Atkins | 6’2” 220
Atkins will be leaning on Best to play a major role in the offense this season. At 6’2, 220, he’s a strong blocker with the footwork of a running back, giving him the versatility to impact both the run and passing game.

I’ve gone back and forth on where to list Best. He’s a two-way player who excels at both tight end and edge, and during the last rankings update, I advocated for him at edge. I think some of his potential development will simply depend on how his body develops, but as a tight end, he excels at getting vertical and making tough catches, something that makes him an intriguing college prospect.

Atkins has produced some quality edge rushers and Best may be next. A two-way player, he excels at using his length, both at receiver and edge rusher. A deep threat on offense, Best thrives most on the defensive side of the ball where he has great hands against opposing offensive tackles. He’s able to use chops and rips to get after quarterbacks.