The 4A Club Midseason Player Rankings: Receivers
Every four weeks I like to take a look at the landscape of Class 4A football and come up with my own player rankings based on statistics. How I come up with my ratings is a system based on pro-football-reference.com’s…
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Continue ReadingEvery four weeks I like to take a look at the landscape of Class 4A football and come up with my own player rankings based on statistics. How I come up with my ratings is a system based on pro-football-reference.com’s “Approximate Value” system of ratings they use for overall performance during a season. For this article, I’m taking a look at my top 20 Class 4A Wide Receivers, my top 10 Slot Receivers, plus some analysis on my top 5 overall receivers as well.
*Stats are up to Week 4*
#1. Tyler Schreier, Fort Dodge, SR – 20.625
Receiving: 29 rec, 466 yards, 6 TDs
Rushing: 8 att, 52 yards, 1 TD
Highest Offers: N/A
Analysis – If it wasn’t enough that Dayson Clayton is coming into his own, The Dodgers’ Tyler Schreier is also leading his class in receptions, yards, and touchdowns too. He’s got an excellent burst of acceleration when the ball is snapped, and a lot of the time defenses don’t seem to immediately cover him, making him a bit unassuming on the field, which could lead to a defense’s downfall.
#2. Tyler Moore Tyler Moore 6'5" | 250 lbs | TE Johnston | 2021 State IA , Johnston, SR – 18.015
Receiving: 25 rec, 333 yards, 3 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Committed: Iowa State (4/24/20)
Analysis – The future Cyclone isn’t disappointing anyone after a strong start to the season. Although he’s gonna line up as a Tight End at the next level, Johnston primarily lines him up as a Wide Receiver, giving him an immediate size advantage over opposing corners. Combine that with sure hands and good route running, and Moore should remain dangerous as the season goes on.
#3. Kade Somers, Ankeny, SR – 17.614
Receiving: 13 rec, 322 yards, 4 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: NAIA (Benedictine, Graceland, Grand View, Morningside, Northwestern College)
Analysis – His teammate Brody Brecht Brody Brecht 6'4" | 205 lbs | WR Ankeny | 2021 State IA might be getting the most attention, but Kade Somers is the one putting up the numbers on the field. Kade’s at his best when his QB tosses him a short-to-medium length pass against a deep secondary, as he can use his speed and get a good gain off of the play.
#4. Grahm Goering Grahm Goering 6'2" | 190 lbs | WR Iowa City West | 2021 IA , Iowa City West, SR – 17.036
Receiving: 10 rec, 179 yards, 4 TDs
Rushing: 2 rec, 12 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: D-2 (Augustana (SD), Bemidji State)
Analysis – Grahm got off to a good start to the season before his team shut down. A very good route runner with superb hands, he’s a playmaker as a receiver and returner when he gets his hands on the ball.
#5. Tynan Numkena Tynan Numkena 6'2" | 205 lbs | WR Bettendorf | 2022 State IA , Bettendorf, JR – 15.872
Receiving: 6 rec, 110 yards, 1 TDs
Rushing: 25 att, 189 yards, 2 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
Analysis – He started off the season as the Quarterback, but now he’s doing a little bit of everything as a Wide Receiver. He’s quick and hard to take down, which is perfect for reverse sweeps and bubble screens.
Top 20 Wide Receivers
#1. Tyler Moore Tyler Moore 6'5" | 250 lbs | TE Johnston | 2021 State IA , Johnston, SR – 18.015
Receiving: 25 rec, 333 yards, 3 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Committed: Iowa State (4/24/20)
#2. Grahm Goering Grahm Goering 6'2" | 190 lbs | WR Iowa City West | 2021 IA , Iowa City West, SR – 17.036
Receiving: 10 rec, 179 yards, 4 TDs
Rushing: 2 rec, 12 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: D-2 (Augustana (SD), Bemidji State)
#3. Tynan Numkena Tynan Numkena 6'2" | 205 lbs | WR Bettendorf | 2022 State IA , Bettendorf, JR – 15.872
Receiving: 6 rec, 110 yards, 1 TDs
Rushing: 25 att, 189 yards, 2 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#4. Brody Brecht Brody Brecht 6'4" | 205 lbs | WR Ankeny | 2021 State IA , Ankeny, SR – 14.955
Receiving: 12 rec, 178 yards, 5 TDs
Rushing: 1 att, -5 yards, 0 TDs
Committed: Iowa (5/1/20)
#5. Tay Norman, Waterloo West, SR – 13.754
Receiving: 21 rec, 354 yards, 3 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: D-2 (Bemidji State)
#6. Isaiah Emanuel, Southeast Polk, SR – 13.218
Receiving: 11 rec, 262 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 1 att, 2 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: FCS (Valparaiso)
#7. Louis Brooks, Dowling, SR – 12.798
Receiving: 18 rec, 254 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 1 att, -4 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: D-2 (Bemidji State, Wayne State (NE))
#8. Greg Chinowth, Council Bluffs Abraham Lincoln, SR – 10.227
Receiving: 10 rec, 147 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#9. Kellen Rush, Davenport Central, JR – 9.747
Receiving: 14 rec, 257 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#10. Zaren Ross-Carr, Cedar Rapids Washington, SR – 9.719
Receiving: 14 rec, 218 yards, 1 TD
Rushing: 1 att, 2 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#11. Karter Kriegel, Johnston, SR – 8.589
Receiving: 11 rec, 239 yards, 3 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#12. Daniel Hutchins Daniel Hutchins 6'2" | 200 lbs | WR Cedar Falls | 2021 IA , Cedar Falls, SR – 8.548
Receiving: 7 rec, 124 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#13. Damarion Williams, Iowa City West, SR – 8.448
Receiving: 8 rec, 144 yards, 1 TD
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: D-2 (Bemidji State, Northern State)
#14. Mark Pepper, Indianola, SR – 8.378
Receiving: 11 rec, 226 yards, 3 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#15. Trey Campbell Trey Campbell 6'4" | 180 lbs | WR Cedar Falls | 2022 State IA , Cedar Falls, JR – 7.813
Receiving: 12 rec, 100 yards, 0 TDs
Rushing: 3 att, 38 yards, 1 TD
Highest Offers: N/A
#16. Gabe Burkle Gabe Burkle 6'7" | 240 lbs | TE Cedar Rapids Prairie | 2022 State IA , Prairie, JR – 7.796
Receiving: 9 rec, 140 yards, 1 TD
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: Power-5 (Iowa State, Michigan State, Minnesota)
#17. Mack Anderson, Dowling, SR – 7.642
Receiving: 13 rec, 229 yards, 1 TD
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#18. Matthew Mahoney Matthew Mahoney 6'1" | 185 lbs | WR Valley | 2021 State IA , Valley, SR – 7.148
Receiving: 16 rec, 170 yards, 1 TD
Rushing: 4 att, 6 yards, 0 TDs
Committed: Princeton (8/30/20)
#19. Aaron Smith Aaron Smith 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Waukee | 2021 State IA , Waukee, SR – 6.605 (Incomplete Stats)
Receiving: 9 rec, 244 yards, 4 TDs
Rushing: 4 att, 26 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: FBS (Air Force, Army, Liberty, Navy)
#20. Gable Mitchell, Iowa City High, JR – 6.233
Receiving: 6 rec, 104 yards, 1 TD
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
Top 10 Slot Receivers
#1. Tyler Schreier, Fort Dodge, SR – 20.625
Receiving: 29 rec, 466 yards, 6 TDs
Rushing: 8 att, 52 yards, 1 TD
Highest Offers: N/A
#2. Kade Somers, Ankeny, SR – 17.614
Receiving: 13 rec, 322 yards, 4 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: NAIA (Benedictine, Graceland, Grand View, Morningside, Northwestern College)
#3. Jackson Ostrander, Dubuque Hempstead, SR – 15.013
Receiving: 19 rec, 274 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 5 att, 27 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: D-2 (Bemidji State, Minnesota-Duluth)
#4. Eli Gaye Eli Gaye 5'9" | 165 lbs | WR Muscatine | 2021 IA , Muscatine, SR – 13.607
Receiving: 8 rec, 52 yards, 0 TDs
Rushing: 51 att, 152 yards, 3 TDs
Highest Offers: NAIA (Graceland)
#5. Dante Hansen Dante Hansen 5'10" | 170 lbs | WR Sioux City North | 2021 IA , Sioux City North, SR – 10.548
Receiving: 8 rec, 240 yards, 4 TDs
Rushing: 12 att, 34 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: D-2 (Bemidji State, UMary)
#6. Hunter Preston Hunter Preston 5'10" | 175 lbs | WR Dubuque | 2021 IA , Dubuque Senior, SR – 9.940
Receiving: 15 rec, 181 yards, 1 TD
Rushing: 12 att, 78 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: FCS (Drake)
#7. Corey Phillips Corey Phillips 6'5" | 250 lbs | TE Ames | 2022 State IA , Ames, JR – 9.856
Receiving: 9 rec, 155 yards, 3 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: Group-of-5 (UCF)
#8. Nate Ewell, Waterloo West, SR – 9.668
Receiving: 11 rec, 233 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 4 att, 11 yards, 2 TDs
Highest Offers: D-3 (Loras, Simpson)
#9. Evan Helvig, Sioux City North, SR – 9.524
Receiving: 16 rec, 308 yards, 4 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A
#10. Jeremiah Feahn, Waterloo West, JR – 8.841
Receiving: 7 rec, 217 yards, 2 TDs
Rushing: 0 att, 0 yards, 0 TDs
Highest Offers: N/A