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The Flying Eagles have a good one returning in Levi Picha. Ranked as the state’s #2 tight end in the 2028 class, Picha gives Woodrow Wilson another player who fits its offense well because he can do the dirty work as a blocker while still making defenses respect him as a receiver. He’s also expected to play a key role on the defensive side, making him a player that the coaching staff can rely on in multiple phases of the game. His ability to block, be an effective pass catcher, and contribute defensively gives the Flying Eagles plenty of flexibility every Friday night.

Woodrow Wilson has a very promising 2028 prospect in TE/DL Levi Picha Levi Picha 6'4" | 220 lbs | TE/DL Woodrow Wilson | 2028 State WV . He made his debut in the rankings as the #3 defensive lineman and should showcase this season why we’re so high on him. Keep a close eye on Picha over the next three years as someone capable of developing into a high-level prospect.

Here’s what we recently said about Picha in our 2028 Rankings Debut article:

“A 2028 defensive line prospect with a lot of upside is Woodrow Wilson’s Levi Picha Levi Picha 6'4" | 220 lbs | TE/DL Woodrow Wilson | 2028 State WV . He also has potential as a tight end prospect, given his 6’4 200 frame, but has the length and athleticism to develop into a future star at defensive end. As he continues to fill out said frame, expect Picha to emerge as a varsity standout, potentially as soon as this season. Picha’s long wingspan proved to be an issue on the Eagles’ younger squad for opposing offensive tackles, as he’s able to shut down one side of the line of scrimmage as a run stopper with the athleticism to harass the quarterback as well.”

A 2028 defensive line prospect with a lot of upside is Woodrow Wilson’s Levi Picha Levi Picha 6'4" | 220 lbs | TE/DL Woodrow Wilson | 2028 State WV . He also has potential as a tight end prospect, given his 6’4 200 frame, but has the length and athleticism to develop into a future star at defensive end. As he continues to fill out said frame, expect Picha to emerge as a varsity standout, potentially as soon as this season. Picha’s long wingspan proved to be an issue on the Eagles’ younger squad for opposing offensive tackles, as he’s able to shut down one side of the line of scrimmage as a run stopper with the athleticism to harass the quarterback as well.

Levi Picha Levi Picha 6'4" | 220 lbs | TE/DL Woodrow Wilson | 2028 State WV flashed on the Woodrow Wilson JV team this past season and showed glimpses of what’s to come for his future. Picha is a long athlete with athletic potential as a defensive end prospect depending on how his body develops over the next three years. His length and quickness off the edge proved to be a difficult matchup at the JV level and are two traits that can’t be taught. Picha showed glimpses of pass-rush ability as a freshman and will continue to develop moves to aid him in that part of his game. He pursues the ball with tenacity and is a high-motor player which will pay dividends once he gets his expanded varsity opportunity.