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2028 WR/DB Xavier Workman gives Elkins versatility heading into the season. While the Tigers’ Wing-T offense doesn’t generate a high volume of passing opportunities, Workman made the most of his chances and showed the ball skills to be a dangerous target when called upon. His biggest impact came in the secondary, where he recorded 55 tackles and two interceptions as a sophomore. Workman has the length and athleticism to influence the game in multiple ways, and Elkins will look to capitalize on that versatility throughout his junior season.

2028 Elkins ATH Xavier Workman enters the rankings with plenty of upside despite limited film available for evaluation. Playing in Elkins’ Wing-T offense naturally limits his opportunities as a receiver, but the flashes suggest there is more than the current production indicates. Workman brings a 6’0 frame and looks like a quality athlete on tape, giving him a solid foundation to build on over the next two years. As more film becomes available, he has a chance to outgrow his current ranking.

The Elkins Tigers didn’t need to throw much out of their Wing-T scheme last season with a three-headed rushing attack, but 2028 WR/DB Xavier Workman Xavier Workman 6'0" | 170 lbs | ATH Elkins | 2028 State WV made the most of his opportunities. He made a bigger impact on defense as a defensive back, with 55 tackles and 2 interceptions in his sophomore year. Workman has a quality frame to continue building on at 6’0 170, and is capable of taking on a bigger role on offense when his chances come. If he played in a more spread offense, Workman showed he can put up much bigger receiving numbers with the length, ball skills, and athleticism he flashed in his limited WR reps as a pass catcher. Look for him to emerge as a potential breakout two-way player in 2026 in his junior year.