Underclassmen Receiving Leaders of the 2020 Season
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Although the senior class took home most of the receiving accolades last season, 6 underclassmen placed in the top 25 in total receiving yardage. These guys were the go-to WR for their teams. Per Maxpreps.com’s stat collection, these were the…
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Continue ReadingAlthough the senior class took home most of the receiving accolades last season, 6 underclassmen placed in the top 25 in total receiving yardage. These guys were the go-to WR for their teams. Per Maxpreps.com’s stat collection, these were the 6 best statistical underclassmen WRs in MS last year.
Tyrell Pollard Tyrell Pollard 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR Oak Grove | 2022 State MS | Oak Grove
With over 1,000 yards and 16 TDs, junior WR Tyrell Pollard Tyrell Pollard 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR Oak Grove | 2022 State MS was one of the most dominate underclassmen period last season. Pollard has a long and wiry frame capable of continuing to add weight. He catches the ball naturally away from his chest and can go up and make some impressive grabs. After the catch, Pollard is a long strider who can make people miss in space and find the open field. He is capable of playing in the slot or out wide at X. Pollard currently lists offers from Troy, UAB, and Southeastern.
Christian Wright Christian Wright 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR Cathedral | 2022 State MS | Cathedral
Last season, junior WR Christian Wright Christian Wright 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR Cathedral | 2022 State MS totaled 975 yards and 12 touchdowns. The Natchez, MS product is a quick twitched player with the ability to be productive all over the field. Wright has good speed and loose hips which allow him to be a beast after the catch. He can quickly catch the ball, turn around, and explode into the open field. Wright is also a crisp and well defined route runner. His smooth hands top him off as a very complete WR prospect. Wright currently lists no offers.
Anthony Little Anthony Little 6'0" | 190 lbs | WR Noxubee County | 2023 State MS | Noxubee County
Only a sophomore, Anthony Little Anthony Little 6'0" | 190 lbs | WR Noxubee County | 2023 State MS took the scene by storm with 814 yards and 4 touchdowns last season. Little has good speed and burst in the open field and can make defenders miss. Although he isn’t the largest yet, Little is strong and can bounce of contact well. He has good hands and can pull down passes from anywhere on the field. Little also has great leaping ability to go up and get the ball at its highest point. Very well rounded player who is due for a big junior year. Little currently lists no offers.
Ayden Williams Ayden Williams 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR Ridgeland | 2023 State MS | Ridgeland
With 765 yards and 6 TDs, sophomore Ayden Williams Ayden Williams 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR Ridgeland | 2023 State MS was one of the biggest risers in recruiting circles this year. Williams has been extremely active this offseason with big performances at camps and 7v7 tournaments. Williams is a long and explosive playmaker with the ball in his hands. He is capable of playing a deep threat or possession role throughout any given game. Williams has a great release at the line of scrimmage and runs routes very well. Technically sound player that will dominate this upcoming season. Williams currently lists offers from Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Florida State, and Oregon.
Larry Simmons Larry Simmons 6'2" | 175 lbs | WR Moss Point | 2022 State MS | Moss Point
One of the top PrepRedzone ranked players in MS, junior Larry Simmons Larry Simmons 6'2" | 175 lbs | WR Moss Point | 2022 State MS put up over 700 yards and 10 touchdowns as a receiver. Simmons also had value and production as a rushing threat. Simmons has elite speed in the open field and can quickly kick it into a homerun gear. He is extremely agile and twitchy, capable of stopping and starting effectively. Simmons can also make people miss in the open field with a variety of moves. One of the most dominant athletes in the entire state. Could play a variety of positions at the next level, but should be a great slot receiver. Simmons is an Ole Miss commit, but lists offers from the majority of the southeast.
Davis Dalton Davis Dalton 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR Madison-Ridgeland Academy | 2022 State MS | Madison Ridgeland Academy
A long and physical receiver, junior Davis Dalton Davis Dalton 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR Madison-Ridgeland Academy | 2022 State MS put up 740 yards and 14 touchdowns last season. At 6’3″ 185, Dalton is one of the most physically impressive receivers of the class. Dalton is a long strider who best produces on the deep ball. He is physical on the jump ball and has smooth hands to go up and get everything. What stands out most about Dalton is his ability to control his body in the air. Dalton is a very complete X receiver who lists offers from UAB, Memphis, and Southern Miss among others. Watch for him to keep picking offers up into his senior year.