The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press released its list of the Top 50 high school senior football players in Hampton Roads.
Here’s a look at the next 50 senior players:
(Listed in alphabetical order)
Robert “RJ” Allen, Princess Anne linebacker (5-6, 170) — He recorded 120 tackles last season.
Karl Arline Jr., King’s Fork defensive back (5-11, 195) — “College coaches love his size and ability to cause turnovers.” — King’s Fork coach Anthony Joffrion
Luke Ashcraft, Green Run quarterback (6-4, 175) — The Kellam transfer should have a productive season with many weapons.
Jaiden Avery, Maury athlete (5-10, 175) — Avery, who has a 3.1 GPA, can play wide receiver, running back and defensive back.
Treshaun Bradley, Oscar Smith athlete (5-10, 175)
Cameron Chacon, Landstown wide receiver (6-0, 170) — He had 28 receptions for five touchdowns. He is getting interest from Norfolk State, Virginia Union and Morgan State.
J’Kari Colden, Nansemond River linebacker (6-0, 205) — He was all-region last season.
Austin Conley, Poquoson linebacker (6-0, 200) — He was third-team All-Tidewater and second-team all-state.
Lucas Martinez of Strasburg is tackled by Austin Conley of Poquoson during the third quarter in the Class 2 state football semifinals at the Poquoson Middle School Field in Poquoson, Va., Dec. 7, 2024. Poquoson lost 14-13. (Peter Casey / For The Virginian-Pilot)
Austin Cox, Ocean Lakes kicker/punter (5-11, 170) — He was third-team All-Tidewater.
Jaron Crittenden, Warwick defensive back (5-9, 165) — “One of the best skilled kids in the area who will be electric in all three phases of the game.” — Warwick coach Thomas Sykes.
William Englert, Great Bridge quarterback (6-1, 195) — Englert, who has a 4.36 grade-point average, threw for 2,221 yards and 20 touchdowns last season. He is getting interest from Richmond, William & Mary, Virginia Military Institute and some Ivy League schools.
Carlik Franklin, Norcom running back (5-8, 160) — He rushed for 726 yards and five touchdowns in seven games.
Jason Galloway, Kempsville linebacker (6-2, 210) — He was second-team all-region.
Aidan Gerda, Lafayette kicker (5-9, 160) — He made five field goals and converted 58 of 60 extra points. He was first-team All-Tidewater and second-team all-state.
Cameron Hall, Salem wide receiver/defensive back ((6-4, 175)
Breon Hardnett, Bayside wide receiver/defensive back (5-11, 165)
Joshua Hawley, Kempsville quarterback (6-1, 190) — A Hampton commit who did well in camps this summer.
Christian Henry, Salem running back/defensive back (5-10, 185)
Calvin Holloway, Nansemond River athlete (6-0, 185) — “He plays both sides of the ball and impacts the game in every way.” — Nansemond River coach Alonzo Ricks
Jaden Hudson, Salem defensive back (6-0, 190)
Ernest Jones Jr., King’s Fork linebacker (5-11, 210) — “Coaches love his ability to get downhill and make plays.” — King’s Fork coach Anthony Joffrion
Dere’on Knight, King’s Fork defensive end (6-1, 215) — He has more than 20 career sacks.
Keon Johnson, Lake Taylor running back (5-9, 180) — He rushed for 900 yards and 10 touchdowns last season.
Marquell Johnson, Norcom wide receiver (6-1, 180) — Is getting plenty of attention from several schools, including offers from Marshall and Randolph Macon. “Marquell has great hands, route-running skills, and ball skills.” — Norcom coach Anthony Hawkins
Shane Rogers Johnson, Nansemond-Suffolk linebacker (6-2, 210) — Has an offer from Norfolk State.
Elijah Jones, Maury lineman (6-0, 260) — He was first-team All-Tidewater and first-team all-state.
Michael Jones, Deep Creek athlete (6-0, 180) — All-region athlete who led the team in receiving and interceptions, and was second in rushing and touchdowns.
Ikaika Leao, Hickory lineman (5-10, 200) — Last season he had 86 tackles — 25 for loss — and 13 sacks.
Josh Long, Atlantic Shores lineman (6-2, 265) — He was all-state last season and getting interest from several schools, including Virginia Military Institute and Catawba.
Drew Mansfield, Hickory lineman (6-1, 270)
Lahai Massaquoi, Kempsville lineman (6-3, 180) — “He will be one of the best defensive players in the area this year.” — Kempsville coach Daryl Cherry.
Kempsville’s Lahai Massaquoi breaks away for a touchdown during Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, night’s Class 5A region football game against Indian River. (Stephen M. Katz / The Virginian-Pilot)
Charlie McCoy, Maury kicker/punter (6-2, 175) — He is a two-time state champion.
Charles Mcglown, Oscar Smith wide receiver (6-2, 170)
William Monument, Nansemond kicker/punter (5-10, 145) — He has an offer from Hampton and is getting other interests.
Dylan Read, York lineman (6-4, 335) — He’s getting interest from multiple schools from FCS to Division III. “A big guy that can move.” — York coach Doug Pereira
Aiden Ross, Landstown wide receiver/defensive back (5-11, 175) — Ross, also a baseball standout, had four interceptions last season. He is getting interest from Coastal Carolina and Alabama State.
Henry Ross, Nansemond-Suffolk kicker/punter (6-0, 185)
Josh Sibley, Atlantic Shores wide receiver/defensive back (5-9, 185) — An all-state athlete who is getting interest from FCS and Ivy League schools.
Ashton Smith, Bayside lineman (6-3, 300)
De’Zhawn Smith, Green Run linebacker (5-10, 180)
Darion Spence, Green Run defensive back (5-10, 170)
Javea Trotter, Granby linebacker (6-0, 240) — “He is a force in the trenches — powerful, physical, and relentless in pursuit.” — Granby coach Kendal Jefferson.
Nate Quiroz, Poquoson linebacker/tight end (6-2, 210) — He led the team in sacks last season and was second-team all-state.
Antwone Vazquez, Warwick lineman (6-2, 225)
Drean Wallace, Oscar Smith lineman (6-2, 280)
Adin Watters, Western Branch defensive back/wide receiver (5-9, 185) — He was the second-leading tackler on the team last season.
Evan White, Hickory wide receiver (6-0, 175) — He has an offer from Norfolk State.
Jahri Whitfield, Norcom linebacker (6-0, 205) — “College coaches love his IQ and speed to the ball.” — Norcom coach Anthony Hawkins
Brycen Widhalm, Cox kicker/punter (6-4, 170) — He was second-team All-Tidewater.
Tristen Williams, Green Run running back/linebacker (5-10, 195)
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