Class of ’23 Update: Changes in the Top 5
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There weren’t any surprises in the top two spots of this Class of 2023 Player Rankings update. But there were changes made in the last three spots. Take a look at the Top 5 players from the Class of 2023.
No. 1: Dylan Edwards Dylan Edwards 5'9" | 165 lbs | RB Derby | 2023 State KS – Derby, 5’9”, 165, RB
Edwards remains the top dog in this latest update. He was electric during his sophomore year, and as a result he picked up a 6A 1st Team All-State selection. He’s a dynamic back that can take it to the house on any given play. So far during the early part of this year, Edwards has been putting on a show at multiple combines and competitions. Edwards will have his sights set on another huge year and back-to-back state titles this season.
No. 2: John Randle II John Randle II 6'0" | 180 lbs | RB Wichita Heights | 2023 State KS – Wichita Heights, 6’0”, 180, RB
Randle has picked up several Power 5 offers after his stellar sophomore campaign. He’s a versatile back that can make plays as a return-man and out of the backfield. His performance during the 2020 season earned him a 5A All-State Honorable Mention, and a 4-Star ranking from 247Sports. Randle should be in line for another great campaign, and he will be gunning for the top spot.
No. 3: Avery Johnson Avery Johnson 6'2" | 175 lbs | QB Maize | 2023 State KS – Maize, 6’4”, 175, QB
After flashing his potential as a freshman, Johnson’s abilities were on full display during his sophomore season. He helped lead Maize to a 9-2 record during his first year under center at the varsity level. His breakout year led to a 5A All-State Honorable Mention and a 4-Star ranking from 247Sports. Johnson is a playmaker with great athleticism and a will to win. He will be primed for a 1st Team All-State selection this season.
No. 4: Jaden Hamm Jaden Hamm 6'6" | 225 lbs | TE Eudora | 2023 State KS – Eudora, 6’6”, 220, TE
Hamm is one of the more intriguing players in this class. He’s already received a few Division I offers for his abilities as a tight end, but he is also capable of being a big-time recruit at defensive end. As a tight end he’s a solid blocker and a huge target in the passing game, and he shows a high motor on defense. Hamm will be a must-see player on both sides of the ball this year.
No. 5: Wesley Fair Wesley Fair 6'2" | 185 lbs | ATH Wichita Collegiate | 2023 State KS – Wichita Collegiate, 6’3”, 175, ATH
Fair is another prospect that could be highly recruited at multiple positions. He did it all in 2020. Fair was under center for the Spartans and managed to rush for over 1,700 yards and scored 27 rushing touchdowns. He also added 944 yards and seven touchdowns through the air and chipped in 52 total tackles and two interceptions on defense. It will be interesting to see where Collegiate lines him up this fall.