2024 Pass Catchers That Could Breakout This Fall
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We’re back in the “Show-Me State,” this time looking at rising junior pass catchers. The state of Missouri is loaded with talent; from St. Louis all the way to Kansas City. The youngsters featured in this article have already displayed…
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Continue ReadingWe’re back in the “Show-Me State,” this time looking at rising junior pass catchers. The state of Missouri is loaded with talent; from St. Louis all the way to Kansas City. The youngsters featured in this article have already displayed a ton of potential on film, with a few even picking up an FBS offer. However, I think this is the year where they take off and become major impact performers at the varsity level. I believe colleges will soon know these names, and we could expect to see some offer lists expand quite quickly. Here’s who to know!
WR: Keelan Smith Keelan Smith 6'3" | 200 lbs | DB Liberty North | 2024 State MO , 6’5″ 200, Liberty North
- Deceptive downfield build-up speed.
- Catches everything within the framework of his body.
- Uses his longer frame to box out smaller cornerbacks.
- Turns into a physical runner after the catch.
- Takes pride in his perimeter blocking.
TE: Jaden Reddell Jaden Reddell 6'5" | 235 lbs | TE Raymore-Peculiar | 2024 State MO , 6’5″ 225, Raymore Peculiar
- Has the speed and eyes to easily track the deep ball.
- A dominant competitor on the 50/50 ball.
- Faster than most receivers.
- Is a jump ball fiend down in the goal line.
WR: David Dossett David Dossett 6'3" | 190 lbs | WR Lee's Summit | 2024 State MO , 6’3″ 190, Lee Summit
- Soft hands to go with outstanding body control.
- Easily rolls the neck looking the fade ball into the breadbasket.
- Kid is fearless going over the middle.
- Burst and acceleration after the catch lead to plenty of YAC.
TE: Whit Hafer Whit Hafer 6'7" | 245 lbs | TE Joplin | 2024 State MO , 6’7″ 230, Joplin
- Overwhelms opposing defensive linemen with pure size and strength as a blocker.
- Plays with a bit of an edge to him.
- Will create plenty of vertical displacement in the run game.
- Is a reliable check-down for his quarterback looking to get out of trouble.
- Will drag defenders with him after the catch.
WR: Anthony Greco, 6’1″ 170, Grain Valley
- A possession-type receiver that can catch just about anything in traffic.
- Greco will go up & attack the football, plucking it out of the air.
- He’s a well-trained route runner who has a talent for lulling defensive backs to sleep.
- He shows excellent stop & start with the football and can make something happen with very little help.
WR: Jude James Jude James 6'3" | 220 lbs | ATH Francis Howell | 2024 State MO , 6’4″ 200, Francis Howell
- Uses his frame to his advantage in the red area.
- Has the speed to split two defenders after the catch.
- Knows how to create separation at the top of his route.
- Has the playmaking ability to take a quick game concept sixty yards to the house.
- Made some filthy acrobatic catches in 2021.