Between transfer portal activity and the sheer volume of high school football players around the country, Cincinnati high school football players can fall through the cracks of college recruiting.
The Enquirer would like to close the gap to make sure college coaches see some great football players ahead of the traditional NCAA college signing period for high school football players, which begins Wednesday, Feb. 4. The period extends until around April for Division I colleges (depending on the schools) and Aug. 1 for Division II schools.
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We’ve asked the coaches and athletic directors to send us their top undecided or uncommitted under-the-radar players ahead of the next National Signing Day period. Here are their answers.
The Enquirer is happy to add more coach submissions. We’ve marked this story free to all users in the interest of serving these athletes. Please consider supporting local journalists covering high school sports through a subscription.“
Ben Abbott, OL/long snapper, Bishop Fenwick High School
Key statistics: He is 6-foot-1, 220 pounds and runs track and field.
Awards: 2026 That’s My Boy Award Finalist. In 2025, All-Ohio, Greater Catholic League-Coed first-team offense, Southwest Ohio All-District first-team offense, second-team Southwest District all-city offense and first-team all-city by The Enquirer. In 2024, GCL-Coed first-team offense, Southwest Ohio All-District first team, all-city team
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Intangibles: “Ben Abbott is a versatile, physical force who makes his presence felt on both sides of the ball. As a cornerstone of the offensive line in the Wing-T, he has demonstrated exceptional adaptability and intelligence, excelling at tackle, guard and center throughout the season. On defense, Ben’s power, leverage, and relentless motor anchor the line of scrimmage, while his precision and consistency as the long snapper make him indispensable on special teams. With a high football IQ, unmatched toughness, and relentless work ethic, Ben Abbott embodies the grit and dependability that define Fenwick football,” according to coach Fred Cranford.
Gabe Abdelnour, HB/FB, Lakota East High School
Key statistics: 5-foot-11, 230 pounds. Bench: 300. Squat: 400. Hang Clean: 250
Awards: Lineman of the Year, Steve Shuck Sportsmanship award, Greater Miami Conference All-Academic
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College offers and interest: Offers from Capital University, Wittenberg University, Mount St. Joseph University, Trine University, Hanover College. Interest by Marietta College, Heidelberg College and Bluffton University.
Intangibles: “Gabe is a team-first young man, who could’ve played LB, DE, FB for us but we needed stability on the offensive line and he stepped right up to lead that unit as our quick guard. Gabe is the perfect H Back/Sniffer TE for a college team that employs them. His FB IQ is second to none. Coachable, Physical, loves football, learner. Will square up blocks and is athletic to be able to work in tight spaces as well as open spaces. Good hands to catch balls and, most of all, an elite competitor,” according to his coach Jon Kitna.
Kofi Adubofuor, kicker, Lakota West High School
Key statistics: 2025: 43/43 PAT; 54-yard field goal, school and conference record; 10/15 field goals; 65/73 touchbacks. 2024: 32/34 PAT, 45-yard field goal, long; 9/13 field goals; 72/78 touchbacks
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Awards: 2025: First-team Greater Miami Conference, first-team all-city by The Enquirer, first-team All-Southwest Ohio, first-team All-Ohio. 2024: First-team All-GMC; second-team All-Southwest Ohio, honorable mention All-Ohio
College offers and interest: Southern Mississippi, Central State, Defiance, Mount St. Joseph University, Ashland, Thomas More, Bellarmine, Ohio University
Intangibles: “He’s the best kicker I have ever coached. The ball explodes off of his foot. His leg is a cannon. This year, he got us a touchback after a 15-yard penalty. He’s coachable and wants to win. Over the last two years, he’s even had a couple of tackles on kick-off returns. Somebody is going to get a gem of a kicker,” according to coach Tom Bolden.
Brody Aylor, LB/RB, Beechwood High School
Key statistics: Two-way starter at outside linebacker and running back/wide receiver. Titan GPS: 20-plus MPH in a game. Played all over the field – RB, WR, tight end, inside linebacker, outside linebacker, cornerback and safety.
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Awards: He earned first-team all-city by The Enquirer.
College offers and interest: Thomas More University, Lindsey Wilson College, Centre College and Knox College
Intangibles: The team captain is a versatile athlete who can run and hit, according to his coach Jay Volker.
Reid Baker, LB, Anderson High School
Anderson’s Reid Baker (13) reacts during the OHSAA Division II regional final game between Anderson and Trotwood-Madison Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at Lakota West High School.
Key statistics: Three-year starting linebacker who started in 45 consecutive games for the state finalist Raptors.
Awards: He’s earned All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference twice and was Enquirer first-team all-city.
College offers and interest: He’s heard from Ivy League and Division II schools.
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Intangibles: “Reid has a high football IQ that is beyond his years. He has an incredible ability to get to the ball,” according to coach Evan Dreyer.
Cole Canter, DL, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Key statistics: 71 total tackles, 9.5 sacks, 13.5 tackles for loss, two forced fumbles,
Awards: First-team All-Miami Valley Conference, honorable mention all-city by The Enquirer
Intangibles: “Canter is a true disruptor with the versatility to rush from both the edge and the interior. He’s effective against both the run and the pass, playing with an elite motor and a diverse pass-rush set. He combines speed and power to consistently collapse the pocket, disrupt timing and locate the football. He’s absolutely relentless. He’s a playmaker and a finisher,” according to coach Calvin Renfroe.
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Logan Colyer, OL, East Central High School
Awards: Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference All-Conference honorable mention
College offers and interest: Mount St. Joseph University and Franklin College
Intangibles: “Logan is everything you want in an offensive lineman. He has great size and knowledge of the game. He is very athletic and powerful. Logan is a great teammate and will make any college team better,” according to his coach Jake Meiners.
Trey Cook, QB, Scott High School
Key statistics: 10 games – 160/280 completions, 2,513 passing yards, 31 passing touchdowns, 86 rush attempts, 438 rushing yards, seven rushing TDs
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Awards: Northern Kentucky Top 28, Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference All-Stars, second-team all-city by The Enquirer
College offers and interests: Offers from Otterbein and Bellarmine universities for football and Mount St. Joseph and Otterbein universities for baseball.
Intangibles: “Trey has had to learn four different offensive systems in four different years, so his ability to pick up on things is second to none. Not only is he more than capable of handling things mentally, but he is also physically up to the challenge as well. After showcasing his arm talent for years, we tasked him with the challenge of becoming my dynamic with the ball in his hands. How did he answer that challenge? By leading our team in rushing TDs and finishing two yards shy of being our leading rusher. Trey has been able to handle any challenge thrown at him, and I do not see that changing anytime soon,” according to offensive coordinator Logan Fulmer.
Kayleb Curry, long snapper, Northwest High School
Key statistics: Four-year starter at long snapper
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Awards: Southwest Ohio Conference Sportsmanship award, four-year letterman
College offers and interest: Wilmington, Muskingum, Wittenberg
Intangibles: “Kayleb is Mr. Consistent. His snaps are always accurate. You can trust Kayleb to be consistent with every snap,” according to his coach Brandon Schon.
Jake Dixon, LB, Milford High School
Key statistics: He is the all-time leader in tackles at Milford.
Awards: First-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference, honorable mention all-city by The Enquirer
College interest: Jake has been recruited by Division II schools and upper-tier DIII schools. He has offers from Thomas More University and Ohio Dominican University.
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Intangibles: Jake is a two-year starter and led the Eastern Cincinnati Conference in tackles in 2024 and 2025, according to coach Tom Grippa.
Jayden Dodd, TE/DE/OLB, Scott High School
Key statistics: 10 games ‒ Offensively: 21 catches, 339 receiving yards, four receiving touchdowns. Defensively: Five solo tackles, 15 assisted tackles, two tackles for loss, .5 sacks
Awards: Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference all-stars
College offers and interests: Rio Grande University and Lindsey Wilson University
Intangibles: “Jayden Dodd has been ‘ole reliable’ for years now. His ability to simply do a job has kept him on the field for years, and that’s not going to change. No matter what you ask him to do, he will find a way to do it. As for character and work ethic, Jayden is a young man who, when moments get tough in ball games, his teammates lean on him to make plays. He carried both leadership and dedication to his athletic career in all sports. Battling through injuries, Jayden was always dependable for his team,” according to his defensive coordinator, David Marsh, and offensive coordinator, Logan Fulmer.
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Breydon Ennis, OL/DL, Scott High School
Key statistics: 10 games – Defensively: 11 solo tackles, 25 assisted tackles, six tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery. Offensively, he started all 10 games at offensive tackle.
Awards: All-Northern Kentucky Division II offensive lineman, NKAC All-Stars
College offers and interest: Wittenberg University and Ohio Northern University have offered.
Intangibles: “Breydon is a kid who was asked to fulfill many roles on both the defensive side and offensive side of the ball. He is constantly working on his craft as a player and putting in his extra time to continue to train his body. Defensively, he forced teams to game-plan for his ability to fight through double teams and create pressure on a QB. As for character and work ethic, Breydon is someone who encourages others around him to be better, both vocally on the field and in the weight room. He also strives to lead by example for his team and community,” according to his defensive coordinator David Marsh.
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Carson Eshelman, OL, Beechwood High School
College offers and interest: Lindsey Wilson College, Case Western Reserve University, Thomas More University, Georgetown College
Intangibles: The team captain, who plays interior offensive lineman, is big, strong and tough. He can play any position on the offensive line. He has high academics and a great work ethic, according to his coach Jay Volker.
Brady Gillespie, DB/Specialist, Turpin High School
Key statistics: He is 5-foot-10 and 165 pounds. 2025: 98 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions with one for a touchdown, 1 fumble recovery for a TD.
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Awards: 2025 Honors – second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference; first-team all-city by The Enquirer; second-team all-district; second-team All-Southwest Ohio.
College offers and interest: Division III offers from Trine, Brevard, Mount St. Joseph and Capital
Program Records: He’s first all-time in kickoff return yards in a season (663) and third all-time in average yards per kickoff return (25.5)
Aaron Hampton, WR/DB, Scott High School
Key statistics: Four games – Offensively: 14 catches, 407 receiving yards, 7 receiving touchdowns. Defensively: 14 solo tackles, 12 assisted tackles, .5 tackles for loss and two interceptions.
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Awards: All-Northern Kentucky Division II wide receiver, NKAC All-Stars, honorable mention all-city by The Enquirer
College offers and interest: Offer from Bellarmine University
Intangibles: “This young man brings a lot of energy to the field and strives for perfection both on and off of it. Any school getting this young man would be lucky to have him. His injury is a small setback for him in his bright future. Athletically, he can play both inside and outside wide receiver, while also having the range to be a lockdown defender in college secondaries. His numbers only show a fraction of the senior season he was about to finish his career with had he played all regular-season games. As for character and work ethic, he is a high-character young man for the program. He does the right things in the classroom, film room, and off-season training, holding his teammates accountable. Aaron brings leadership to any position, room, or group he works with during his senior season. Even after his injury, he still continued to show up at all practices and games to help his team continue to improve,” according to defensive coordinator David Marsh.
Sean Heberling, Athlete/WR/Safety/Specials, Bishop Fenwick High School
Key statistics: 18 catches for 317 yards, 17.6 yards/catch, five passing touchdowns and one rushing TD. Heberling, who also plays basketball, is 6-foot-2 and 185 pounds.
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Awards: 2025 – Greater Catholic League-Coed first-team offense, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city, Southwest Ohio All-District honorable mention Offense. 2024 – GCL-Coed second-team offense, Southwest Ohio All-District second team.
Intangibles: “Sean Heberling is a dynamic playmaker and explosive athlete whose impact is felt in every phase of the game. As a wide receiver, he’s a dangerous deep-ball threat, capable of stretching defenses with his speed, body control and big-play ability. In the Wing-T offense, Sean adds another dimension with his physical run blocking and relentless effort. Defensively, as an outside linebacker, he brings aggression, range, and toughness, disrupting plays sideline to sideline. With his blend of speed and power, Sean Heberling is a game-changer whom opponents must account for on every snap,” according to coach Fred Cranford.
Alex Horstman, OL, Milford High School
College offers and interest: Division III schools
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Intangibles: “Alex made himself into a solid player through hard work in the weight room. He will be an outstanding program player at D3 schools,” according to his coach Tom Grippa.
Jamier Johnson, LB/DE, Clark Montessori
Clark Montessori’s Jamier Johnson, right, successfully defends his Aiken opponent in the 2025 season opener Aug. 23.
Key statistics: 145 total tackles, five sacks, 12.0 tackles for a loss, two forced fumbles and two interceptions
Awards: Miami Valley Conference Defensive Player of the year, first-team all-conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city
Intangibles: “This kid works extremely hard both on and off the field, is a good student in the classroom and leads by example. Jamier has good speed and is a physically tough kid! Loves the game,” according to his athletic director Derek Williams.
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Micah Kelley, DE, Northwest High School
Key statistics: 6.5 tackles for loss from the interior lineman spot.
Awards: First-team Southwest Ohio Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city, honorable mention all-district
College offers and interest: Central State University, Gannon University, Capital University
Intangibles: “Hard worker, blue-collar mindset kid who works his tail off,” according to coach Brandon Schon.
Max Labin, LB/S, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Madeira’s Sam Redinger is tackled by a CHCA’s Max Labin and Noah Miller on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy.
Key statistics: 116 total tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, six forced fumbles, six interceptions, six passes defended
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Awards: Miami Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Year, first-team all-conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city, second-team All-Ohio
Intangibles: “Max is a true do-it-all defender with elite football intelligence. He had a full understanding of both the offense and defense and demonstrated the ability to line up at virtually any position on either side of the ball, offering premium positional versatility. He’s a pure football player and the ultimate defensive chess piece,” according to his coach Calvin Renfroe. “He’s effective both in the secondary and in the box, plays with a relentless motor, is a reliable, physical tackler, shows outstanding ball skills, and was a turnover machine. He watched a lot of film, was well-prepared, quickly diagnosed plays, and impacted the game nearly every single play. He’s the most physical player on the field and an instinctive playmaker.”
Spencer Larkin, OL, Milford High School
Awards: Second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference
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College offers and interests: Spencer is being recruited by Lake Erie College, Findley College, Wilmington and several other Division III schools
Intangibles: “Spencer was a captain in 2025 and he had a very good year for the Eagles,” according to his coach Tom Grippa.
Josiah Leonard, DB, Fairfield High School
Key statistics: 5-foot-11, 181 pounds
Awards: Second-team All-Greater Miami Conference, honorable mention All-Southwest Ohio, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city
College offers and interests: Offers from Valparaiso University and the University of Indianapolis.
Intangibles: “He is a standout who is still searching for a bigger opportunity. One of the best cover corners in Southwest Ohio,” according to his coach Justin Roden.
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Karson Long, WR, Milford High School
Key statistics: 40 receptions for 603 yards and five touchdowns, a punt return for a TD. Karson is 6-foot-3 and runs a 4.6 40.
Awards: Second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference
College offers and interest: He is being recruited by top-tier Division III teams like Wittenberg, Mount St. Joseph University and Defiance College.
Chase Martin, RB/S/Punt Returner/Kickoff Returner, Loveland High School
Key statistics: 18 touchdowns, over 1,000 all-purpose yards
Awards: Football: 2025 Eastern Cincinnati Conference first team, 2025 DII All-Southwest District second team, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city. In 2024, he earned ECC honorable mention. Basketball: All-ECC first team, DII All-Southwest District first team, all-state third team.
College offers and interest: Georgetown College, Thomas More University, Wittenberg University
Intangibles: “One of the best athletes in the ECC and best football players in Southwest Ohio. Multi-sport athlete who excels in both football and basketball. Member of the basketball team and averages 21 points per game,” according to Bob Mullins, football coach. “Very tough player who is a physical runner with elusive play-making ability. His toughness stands out. He plays very hard. Someone is going to end up with a very good player. The film doesn’t lie. He plays football at an extremely high level. Chase is the definition of a complete football player ‒ an elite work ethic, a natural leader, and someone who builds positive relationships on and off the field. He is truly one of the most talented players in the Cincinnati area.”
Chase McDaniel, DE, Beechwood High School
Beechwood defensive lineman Chase McDaniel (26) pursues Prestonsburg’s quarterback during the KHSAA Class 2A postseason game between Beechwood and Prestonsburg on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025.
Key statistics: 43 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks.
Awards: Northern Kentucky Top 28, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city
Intangibles: “His first full year playing DL. He has a huge potential to continue to get bigger and better. Runs 20-plus MPH,” according to coach Jay Volker.
Brody Nickerson, LB, Turpin High School
Key statistics: He’s 5-foot-11 and 225 pounds. 2025 ‒ 121 tackles, three sacks, 22 tackles for loss, one interception, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery
Awards: First-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city, first-team all-tri-state, first-team All-Southwest Ohio, second-team All-Ohio
Program records: Fourth all-time for tackles in a season (146); third all-time for tackles in a career (347.5); fifth all-time for sacks in a season (9 in 2024); seventh all-time in sacks in a career (12).
Trey Nishime, DL, East Central High School
Key statistics: 46 tackles (16 solos), 5.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, one forced fumble
Awards: Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference all-conference
College offers and interest: Howard Prep and Mount St. Joseph University
Intangibles: “Trey Nishime gives 100% effort all of the time. He has been extremely productive for us over the past two years. He is a great teammate, and I am looking forward to seeing him contribute at the collegiate level,” according to coach Jake Meiners.
Jacob Ochoa, P/K, Northwest High School
College offers and interest: Interest from Mount St. Joseph University
Intangibles: “Very good pooch and onside kicker. Jacob knows how to place the ball perfectly on kicks,” according to his coach Brandon Schon.
Evan Overholser, WR, Turpin High School
Key statistics: He is 6 feet and 170 pounds. 2025: 48 receptions for 746 yards and four touchdowns
Awards: Second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city
Program records: Sixth all-time for receiving yards in a season (765), second all-time for receiving yards in a career (1,802), seventh all-time for receptions in a season (49), first all-time for receptions in a career (130), eighth all-time for receiving touchdowns in a season (five in 2023), sixth all-time for receiving TDs in a career (13).
Dawson Reip, LB, Lakota East High School
Lakota East’s Dawson Reip, right, stops Oak Hills’ Aaron McFarland in an August 2025 game.
Key statistics: 6-foot-2, 230 pounds. 2025 – 116 total tackles, 10 tackles for loss, three sacks, three pass breakups, three forced fumbles, one interception
Awards: First-team All-Greater Miami Conference, Lakota East Defensive Player of the Year, GMC All-Academic, third in conference in total tackles, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city
College interest and offers: University of Findlay, Ohio Dominican University, Indiana Wesleyan University, Mount Union College, Baldwin Wallace University, Wittenberg University, Mount St Joseph University, Thomas More University
Intangibles: “Dawson is an every-down linebacker. Great football IQ. Good at sideline-to-sideline flow. Physical tackler, great understanding of leverage when playing man-to-man and real good understanding of zone coverage scheme. Wastes no space when blitzing. This team guy will make everyone better around him,” according to his coach Jon Kitna.
Griffin Ridner Richard, QB, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
CHCA quarterback Griffin Ridner Richard fires a quick pass against Madeira on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy.
Key statistics: 2,526 passing yards, 29 passing touchdowns, four rushing touchdowns
Awards: Miami Valley Conference Offensive Player of the Year, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city, second-team All-Ohio,
Intangibles: “Ridner Richard was a three-year team captain. He’s a true servant leader. The 6-foot-5 quarterback had full control of the offense. He communicated lengthy play calls and handled checks and protections at the line of scrimmage to ensure the offense was in the right play. He’s an elite information processor who excels at making pre-snap reads, working through progressions, and protecting the football,” according to his coach Calvin Renfroe. “Griff is a smooth, natural athlete with good feet and quick hips, effective both in rhythm and off-script. He has the arm strength to make every throw on the field, along with the athleticism and touch to deliver accurate throws off-platform. While he’s not a run-first quarterback, he’s savvy enough to create with his legs when necessary and can be effectively utilized in the designed run game. Griffin is a no-brainer.”
Gabriel ‘Gabe’ Ross, DB/SS/RB, Fairfield High School
Key statistics: 5-foot-11, 170 pounds
Awards: First-team All-Greater Miami Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city, second-team All-Southwest Ohio
Intangibles: “Gabe is one of the fastest young men in Cincinnati. He has an awesome story. He is part of the Butler Tech Firefighter program and works days after school for the Middletown Fire Department. He had an amazing season. Was sold on just being a firefighter but recently has had an open mind to college football chances. He is special,” according to his coach Justin Roden.
Austin Stephenson, OL/DL, Beechwood High School
Key statistics: Two-way starter at offensive and defensive line. Two interceptions
College offers and interest: Numerous NAIA, Division II and DIII programs
Intangibles: “Great athlete for a DL. Could drop him into coverage. Has the ability to alter games,” according to his coach Jay Volker.
Daniel Swift, Athlete/WR/DB/Specials, Bishop Fenwick High School
Key statistics: He’s 6 feet and 180 pounds. 2025: 23 solo and 29 assisted tackles for 52 total tackles, 10 tackles for loss, three sacks, one forced fumble.
Awards: GCL-Coed first-team defense, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city, Southwest Ohio all-district honorable mention, defense.
Intangibles: He runs track, winning the 100-meter championship for the Greater Catholic League-Coed as a freshman and also setting the school record in the 200-meter event.
“Daniel Swift is a very explosive defender with elite speed and closing ability that turns routine plays into highlights.. His instincts and physicality make him tough to block for opposing offenses, as he flies around. What sets Daniel apart is his versatility, an athlete who can line up at multiple positions and can compete wherever he’s needed. His range, aggression, and motor can set the tone for everyone around him. Daniel Swift plays very fast, hits hard, and makes plays that change games. He’s the kind of defender you notice,” according to coach Fred Cranford.
Siemete ‘J.T.’ Traore, DL, Fairfield High School
Key statistics: He is 6-foot-2 and 240 pounds.
Awards: Second-team All-Greater Miami Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city, honorable mention All-Southwest Ohio
College offers and interest: Division III schools
Intangibles: “J.T. has a tremendous frame and length. Lots of small school interest at the DIII level, also looking for a larger opportunity,” according to coach Justin Roden.
Alex Wells, WR, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
CHCA’s Alex Wells (right) scores a touchdown at the Roger Bacon vs. Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy football game, Oct. 17, 2025.
Key statistics: 50 receptions, 821 yards, 11 touchdowns.
Awards: First-team All-Miami Valley Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city
Intangibles: “Wells is an explosive playmaker who can take over a game in an instant. He’s an elite deep-ball threat with ideal ball skills, true top-end speed, a dominant drive phase, and outstanding run-after-catch ability. He also excelled in the screen
Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more coach submissions.
Between transfer portal activity and the sheer volume of high school football players around the country, Cincinnati high school football players can fall through the cracks of college recruiting.
The Enquirer would like to close the gap to make sure college coaches see some great football players ahead of the traditional NCAA college signing period for high school football players, which begins Wednesday, Feb. 4. The period extends until around April for Division I colleges (depending on the schools) and Aug. 1 for Division II schools.
We’ve asked the coaches and athletic directors to send us their top undecided or uncommitted under-the-radar players ahead of the next National Signing Day period. Here are their answers.
The Enquirer is happy to add more coach submissions. We’ve marked this story free to all users in the interest of serving these athletes. Please consider supporting local journalists covering high school sports through a subscription.“
Ben Abbott, OL/long snapper, Bishop Fenwick High School
Key statistics: He is 6-foot-1, 220 pounds and runs track and field.
Awards: 2026 That’s My Boy Award Finalist. In 2025, All-Ohio, Greater Catholic League-Coed first-team offense, Southwest Ohio All-District first-team offense, second-team Southwest District all-city offense and first-team all-city by The Enquirer. In 2024, GCL-Coed first-team offense, Southwest Ohio All-District first team, all-city team
Intangibles: “Ben Abbott is a versatile, physical force who makes his presence felt on both sides of the ball. As a cornerstone of the offensive line in the Wing-T, he has demonstrated exceptional adaptability and intelligence, excelling at tackle, guard and center throughout the season. On defense, Ben’s power, leverage, and relentless motor anchor the line of scrimmage, while his precision and consistency as the long snapper make him indispensable on special teams. With a high football IQ, unmatched toughness, and relentless work ethic, Ben Abbott embodies the grit and dependability that define Fenwick football,” according to coach Fred Cranford.
Gabe Abdelnour, HB/FB, Lakota East High School
Key statistics: 5-foot-11, 230 pounds. Bench: 300. Squat: 400. Hang Clean: 250
Awards: Lineman of the Year, Steve Shuck Sportsmanship award, Greater Miami Conference All-Academic
College offers and interest: Offers from Capital University, Wittenberg University, Mount St. Joseph University, Trine University, Hanover College. Interest by Marietta College, Heidelberg College and Bluffton University.
Intangibles: “Gabe is a team-first young man, who could’ve played LB, DE, FB for us but we needed stability on the offensive line and he stepped right up to lead that unit as our quick guard. Gabe is the perfect H Back/Sniffer TE for a college team that employs them. His FB IQ is second to none. Coachable, Physical, loves football, learner. Will square up blocks and is athletic to be able to work in tight spaces as well as open spaces. Good hands to catch balls and, most of all, an elite competitor,” according to his coach Jon Kitna.
Kofi Adubofuor, kicker, Lakota West High School
Key statistics: 2025: 43/43 PAT; 54-yard field goal, school and conference record; 10/15 field goals; 65/73 touchbacks. 2024: 32/34 PAT, 45-yard field goal, long; 9/13 field goals; 72/78 touchbacks
Awards: 2025: First-team Greater Miami Conference, first-team all-city by The Enquirer, first-team All-Southwest Ohio, first-team All-Ohio. 2024: First-team All-GMC; second-team All-Southwest Ohio, honorable mention All-Ohio
College offers and interest: Southern Mississippi, Central State, Defiance, Mount St. Joseph University, Ashland, Thomas More, Bellarmine, Ohio University
Intangibles: “He’s the best kicker I have ever coached. The ball explodes off of his foot. His leg is a cannon. This year, he got us a touchback after a 15-yard penalty. He’s coachable and wants to win. Over the last two years, he’s even had a couple of tackles on kick-off returns. Somebody is going to get a gem of a kicker,” according to coach Tom Bolden.
Brody Aylor, LB/RB, Beechwood High School
Key statistics: Two-way starter at outside linebacker and running back/wide receiver. Titan GPS: 20-plus MPH in a game. Played all over the field – RB, WR, tight end, inside linebacker, outside linebacker, cornerback and safety.
Awards: He earned first-team all-city by The Enquirer.
College offers and interest: Thomas More University, Lindsey Wilson College and Centre College
Intangibles: The team captain is a versatile athlete who can run and hit, according to his coach Jay Volker.
Reid Baker, LB, Anderson High School
Anderson’s Reid Baker (13) reacts during the OHSAA Division II regional final game between Anderson and Trotwood-Madison Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at Lakota West High School.
Key statistics: Three-year starting linebacker who started in 45 consecutive games for the state finalist Raptors.
Awards: He’s earned All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference twice and was Enquirer first-team all-city.
College offers and interest: He’s heard from Ivy League and Division II schools.
Intangibles: “Reid has a high football IQ that is beyond his years. He has an incredible ability to get to the ball,” according to coach Evan Dreyer.
Cole Canter, DL, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Key statistics: 71 total tackles, 9.5 sacks, 13.5 tackles for loss, two forced fumbles,
Awards: First-team All-Miami Valley Conference, honorable mention all-city by The Enquirer
Intangibles: “Canter is a true disruptor with the versatility to rush from both the edge and the interior. He’s effective against both the run and the pass, playing with an elite motor and a diverse pass-rush set. He combines speed and power to consistently collapse the pocket, disrupt timing and locate the football. He’s absolutely relentless. He’s a playmaker and a finisher,” according to coach Calvin Renfroe.
Logan Colyer, OL, East Central High School
Awards: Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference All-Conference honorable mention
College offers and interest: Mount St. Joseph University and Franklin College
Intangibles: “Logan is everything you want in an offensive lineman. He has great size and knowledge of the game. He is very athletic and powerful. Logan is a great teammate and will make any college team better,” according to his coach Jake Meiners.
Trey Cook, QB, Scott High School
Key statistics: 10 games – 160/280 completions, 2,513 passing yards, 31 passing touchdowns, 86 rush attempts, 438 rushing yards, seven rushing TDs
Awards: Northern Kentucky Top 28, Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference All-Stars, second-team all-city by The Enquirer
College offers and interests: Offers from Otterbein and Bellarmine universities for football and Mount St. Joseph and Otterbein universities for baseball.
Intangibles: “Trey has had to learn four different offensive systems in four different years, so his ability to pick up on things is second to none. Not only is he more than capable of handling things mentally, but he is also physically up to the challenge as well. After showcasing his arm talent for years, we tasked him with the challenge of becoming my dynamic with the ball in his hands. How did he answer that challenge? By leading our team in rushing TDs and finishing two yards shy of being our leading rusher. Trey has been able to handle any challenge thrown at him, and I do not see that changing anytime soon,” according to offensive coordinator Logan Fulmer.
Kayleb Curry, long snapper, Northwest High School
Key statistics: Four-year starter at long snapper
Awards: Southwest Ohio Conference Sportsmanship award, four-year letterman
College offers and interest: Wilmington
Intangibles: “Kayleb is Mr. Consistent. His snaps are always accurate. You can trust Kayleb to be consistent with every snap,” according to his coach Brandon Schon.
Jake Dixon, LB, Milford High School
Key statistics: He is the all-time leader in tackles at Milford.
Awards: First-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference, honorable mention all-city by The Enquirer
College interest: Jake has been recruited by Division II schools and upper-tier DIII schools. He has offers from Thomas More University and Ohio Dominican University.
Intangibles: Jake is a two-year starter and led the Eastern Cincinnati Conference in tackles in 2024 and 2025, according to coach Tom Grippa.
Jayden Dodd, TE/DE/OLB, Scott High School
Key statistics: 10 games ‒ Offensively: 21 catches, 339 receiving yards, four receiving touchdowns. Defensively: Five solo tackles, 15 assisted tackles, two tackles for loss, .5 sacks
Awards: Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference all-stars
College offers and interests: Rio Grande University and Lindsey Wilson University
Intangibles: “Jayden Dodd has been ‘ole reliable’ for years now. His ability to simply do a job has kept him on the field for years, and that’s not going to change. No matter what you ask him to do, he will find a way to do it. As for character and work ethic, Jayden is a young man who, when moments get tough in ball games, his teammates lean on him to make plays. He carried both leadership and dedication to his athletic career in all sports. Battling through injuries, Jayden was always dependable for his team,” according to his defensive coordinator, David Marsh, and offensive coordinator, Logan Fulmer.
Breydon Ennis, OL/DL, Scott High School
Key statistics: 10 games – Defensively: 11 solo tackles, 25 assisted tackles, six tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery. Offensively, he started all 10 games at offensive tackle.
Awards: All-Northern Kentucky Division II offensive lineman, NKAC All-Stars
College offers and interest: Wittenberg University and Ohio Northern University have offered.
Intangibles: “Breydon is a kid who was asked to fulfill many roles on both the defensive side and offensive side of the ball. He is constantly working on his craft as a player and putting in his extra time to continue to train his body. Defensively, he forced teams to game-plan for his ability to fight through double teams and create pressure on a QB. As for character and work ethic, Breydon is someone who encourages others around him to be better, both vocally on the field and in the weight room. He also strives to lead by example for his team and community,” according to his defensive coordinator David Marsh.
Carson Eshelman, OL, Beechwood High School
College offers and interest: Lindsey Wilson College, Case Western Reserve University, Thomas More University
Intangibles: The team captain, who plays interior offensive lineman, is big, strong and tough. He can play any position on the offensive line. He has high academics and a great work ethic, according to his coach Jay Volker.
Brady Gillespie, DB/Specialist, Turpin High School
Key statistics: He is 5-foot-10 and 165 pounds. 2025: 98 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions with one for a touchdown, 1 fumble recovery for a TD.
Awards: 2025 Honors – second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference; first-team all-city by The Enquirer; second-team all-district; second-team All-Southwest Ohio.
Program Records: He’s first all-time in kickoff return yards in a season (663) and third all-time in average yards per kickoff return (25.5)
Aaron Hampton, WR/DB, Scott High School
Key statistics: Four games – Offensively: 14 catches, 407 receiving yards, 7 receiving touchdowns. Defensively: 14 solo tackles, 12 assisted tackles, .5 tackles for loss and two interceptions.
Awards: All-Northern Kentucky Division II wide receiver, NKAC All-Stars, honorable mention all-city by The Enquirer
College offers and interest: Offer from Bellarmine University
Intangibles: “This young man brings a lot of energy to the field and strives for perfection both on and off of it. Any school getting this young man would be lucky to have him. His injury is a small setback for him in his bright future. Athletically, he can play both inside and outside wide receiver, while also having the range to be a lockdown defender in college secondaries. His numbers only show a fraction of the senior season he was about to finish his career with had he played all regular-season games. As for character and work ethic, he is a high-character young man for the program. He does the right things in the classroom, film room, and off-season training, holding his teammates accountable. Aaron brings leadership to any position, room, or group he works with during his senior season. Even after his injury, he still continued to show up at all practices and games to help his team continue to improve,” according to defensive coordinator David Marsh.
Sean Heberling, Athlete/WR/Safety/Specials, Bishop Fenwick High School
Key statistics: 18 catches for 317 yards, 17.6 yards/catch, five passing touchdowns and one rushing TD. Heberling, who also plays basketball, is 6-foot-2 and 185 pounds.
Awards: 2025 – Greater Catholic League-Coed first-team offense, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city, Southwest Ohio All-District honorable mention Offense. 2024 – GCL-Coed second-team offense, Southwest Ohio All-District second team.
Intangibles: “Sean Heberling is a dynamic playmaker and explosive athlete whose impact is felt in every phase of the game. As a wide receiver, he’s a dangerous deep-ball threat, capable of stretching defenses with his speed, body control and big-play ability. In the Wing-T offense, Sean adds another dimension with his physical run blocking and relentless effort. Defensively, as an outside linebacker, he brings aggression, range, and toughness, disrupting plays sideline to sideline. With his blend of speed and power, Sean Heberling is a game-changer whom opponents must account for on every snap,” according to coach Fred Cranford.
Alex Horstman, OL, Milford High School
College offers and interest: Division III schools
Intangibles: “Alex made himself into a solid player through hard work in the weight room. He will be an outstanding program player at D3 schools,” according to his coach Tom Grippa.
Jamier Johnson, LB/DE, Clark Montessori
Clark Montessori’s Jamier Johnson, right, successfully defends his Aiken opponent in the 2025 season opener Aug. 23.
Key statistics: 145 total tackles, five sacks, 12.0 tackles for a loss, two forced fumbles and two interceptions
Awards: Miami Valley Conference Defensive Player of the year, first-team all-conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city
Intangibles: “This kid works extremely hard both on and off the field, is a good student in the classroom and leads by example. Jamier has good speed and is a physically tough kid! Loves the game,” according to his athletic director Derek Williams.
Micah Kelley, DE, Northwest High School
Key statistics: 6.5 tackles for loss from the interior lineman spot.
Awards: First-team Southwest Ohio Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city, honorable mention all-district
College offers and interest: Central State University, Gannon University, Capital University
Intangibles: “Hard worker, blue-collar mindset kid who works his tail off,” according to coach Brandon Schon.
Max Labin, LB/S, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Madeira’s Sam Redinger is tackled by a CHCA’s Max Labin and Noah Miller on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy.
Key statistics: 116 total tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, six forced fumbles, six interceptions, six passes defended
Awards: Miami Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Year, first-team all-conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city, second-team All-Ohio
Intangibles: “Max is a true do-it-all defender with elite football intelligence. He had a full understanding of both the offense and defense and demonstrated the ability to line up at virtually any position on either side of the ball, offering premium positional versatility. He’s a pure football player and the ultimate defensive chess piece,” according to his coach Calvin Renfroe. “He’s effective both in the secondary and in the box, plays with a relentless motor, is a reliable, physical tackler, shows outstanding ball skills, and was a turnover machine. He watched a lot of film, was well-prepared, quickly diagnosed plays, and impacted the game nearly every single play. He’s the most physical player on the field and an instinctive playmaker.”
Spencer Larkin, OL, Milford High School
Awards: Second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference
College offers and interests: Spencer is being recruited by Lake Erie College, Findley College, Wilmington and several other Division III schools
Intangibles: “Spencer was a captain in 2025 and he had a very good year for the Eagles,” according to his coach Tom Grippa.
Josiah Leonard, DB, Fairfield High School
Key statistics: 5-foot-11, 181 pounds
Awards: Second-team All-Greater Miami Conference, honorable mention All-Southwest Ohio, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city
College offers and interests: Committed to Tusculum University on Feb. 1
Intangibles: “He is a standout who is still searching for a bigger opportunity. One of the best cover corners in Southwest Ohio,” according to his coach Justin Roden.
Karson Long, WR, Milford High School
Key statistics: 40 receptions for 603 yards and five touchdowns, a punt return for a TD. Karson is 6-foot-3 and runs a 4.6 40.
Awards: Second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference
College offers and interest: He is being recruited by top-tier Division III teams like Wittenberg, Mount St. Joseph University and Defiance College.
Chase Martin, RB/S/Punt Returner/Kickoff Returner, Loveland High School
Key statistics: 18 touchdowns, over 1,000 all-purpose yards
Awards: Football: 2025 Eastern Cincinnati Conference first team, 2025 DII All-Southwest District second team, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city. In 2024, he earned ECC honorable mention. Basketball: All-ECC first team, DII All-Southwest District first team, all-state third team.
College offers and interest: Georgetown College, Thomas More University, Wittenberg University
Intangibles: “One of the best athletes in the ECC and best football players in Southwest Ohio. Multi-sport athlete who excels in both football and basketball. Member of the basketball team and averages 21 points per game,” according to Bob Mullins, football coach. “Very tough player who is a physical runner with elusive play-making ability. His toughness stands out. He plays very hard. Someone is going to end up with a very good player. The film doesn’t lie. He plays football at an extremely high level. Chase is the definition of a complete football player ‒ an elite work ethic, a natural leader, and someone who builds positive relationships on and off the field. He is truly one of the most talented players in the Cincinnati area.”
Chase McDaniel, DE, Beechwood High School
Beechwood defensive lineman Chase McDaniel (26) pursues Prestonsburg’s quarterback during the KHSAA Class 2A postseason game between Beechwood and Prestonsburg on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025.
Key statistics: 43 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks.
Awards: Northern Kentucky Top 28, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city
College offers and interest: Offers from Mount St. Joseph, Doane and Kentucky State
Intangibles: “His first full year playing DL. He has a huge potential to continue to get bigger and better. Runs 20-plus MPH,” according to coach Jay Volker.
Brody Nickerson, LB, Turpin High School
Key statistics: He’s 5-foot-11 and 225 pounds. 2025 ‒ 121 tackles, three sacks, 22 tackles for loss, one interception, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery
Awards: First-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city, first-team all-tri-state, first-team All-Southwest Ohio, second-team All-Ohio
Program records: Fourth all-time for tackles in a season (146); third all-time for tackles in a career (347.5); fifth all-time for sacks in a season (9 in 2024); seventh all-time in sacks in a career (12).
Trey Nishime, DL, East Central High School
Key statistics: 46 tackles (16 solos), 5.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, one forced fumble
Awards: Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference all-conference
College offers and interest: Howard Prep and Mount St. Joseph University
Intangibles: “Trey Nishime gives 100% effort all of the time. He has been extremely productive for us over the past two years. He is a great teammate, and I am looking forward to seeing him contribute at the collegiate level,” according to coach Jake Meiners.
Jacob Ochoa, P/K, Northwest High School
College offers and interest: Interest from Mount St. Joseph University, offer from Wittenberg University
Intangibles: “Very good pooch and onside kicker. Jacob knows how to place the ball perfectly on kicks,” according to his coach Brandon Schon.
Evan Overholser, WR, Turpin High School
Key statistics: He is 6 feet and 170 pounds. 2025: 48 receptions for 746 yards and four touchdowns
Awards: Second-team All-Eastern Cincinnati Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city
Program records: Sixth all-time for receiving yards in a season (765), second all-time for receiving yards in a career (1,802), seventh all-time for receptions in a season (49), first all-time for receptions in a career (130), eighth all-time for receiving touchdowns in a season (five in 2023), sixth all-time for receiving TDs in a career (13).
Dawson Reip, LB, Lakota East High School
Lakota East’s Dawson Reip, right, stops Oak Hills’ Aaron McFarland in an August 2025 game.
Key statistics: 6-foot-2, 230 pounds. 2025 – 116 total tackles, 10 tackles for loss, three sacks, three pass breakups, three forced fumbles, one interception
Awards: First-team All-Greater Miami Conference, Lakota East Defensive Player of the Year, GMC All-Academic, third in conference in total tackles, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city
College interest and offers: University of Findlay, Ohio Dominican University, Indiana Wesleyan University, Mount Union College, Baldwin Wallace University, Wittenberg University, Mount St Joseph University, Thomas More University
Intangibles: “Dawson is an every-down linebacker. Great football IQ. Good at sideline-to-sideline flow. Physical tackler, great understanding of leverage when playing man-to-man and real good understanding of zone coverage scheme. Wastes no space when blitzing. This team guy will make everyone better around him,” according to his coach Jon Kitna.
Griffin Ridner Richard, QB, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
CHCA quarterback Griffin Ridner Richard fires a quick pass against Madeira on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy.
Key statistics: 2,526 passing yards, 29 passing touchdowns, four rushing touchdowns
Awards: Miami Valley Conference Offensive Player of the Year, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city, second-team All-Ohio,
Intangibles: “Ridner Richard was a three-year team captain. He’s a true servant leader. The 6-foot-5 quarterback had full control of the offense. He communicated lengthy play calls and handled checks and protections at the line of scrimmage to ensure the offense was in the right play. He’s an elite information processor who excels at making pre-snap reads, working through progressions, and protecting the football,” according to his coach Calvin Renfroe. “Griff is a smooth, natural athlete with good feet and quick hips, effective both in rhythm and off-script. He has the arm strength to make every throw on the field, along with the athleticism and touch to deliver accurate throws off-platform. While he’s not a run-first quarterback, he’s savvy enough to create with his legs when necessary and can be effectively utilized in the designed run game. Griffin is a no-brainer.”
Gabriel ‘Gabe’ Ross, DB/SS/RB, Fairfield High School
Key statistics: 5-foot-11, 170 pounds
Awards: First-team All-Greater Miami Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer second-team all-city, second-team All-Southwest Ohio
College offers and interest: Offers from Thomas More, Ashland and Tiffin
Intangibles: “Gabe is one of the fastest young men in Cincinnati. He has an awesome story. He is part of the Butler Tech Firefighter program and works days after school for the Middletown Fire Department. He had an amazing season. Was sold on just being a firefighter but recently has had an open mind to college football chances. He is special,” according to his coach Justin Roden.
Austin Stephenson, OL/DL, Beechwood High School
Key statistics: Two-way starter at offensive and defensive line. Two interceptions
College offers and interest: Numerous NAIA, Division II and DIII programs
Intangibles: “Great athlete for a DL. Could drop him into coverage. Has the ability to alter games,” according to his coach Jay Volker.
Daniel Swift, Athlete/WR/DB/Specials, Bishop Fenwick High School
Key statistics: He’s 6 feet and 180 pounds. 2025: 23 solo and 29 assisted tackles for 52 total tackles, 10 tackles for loss, three sacks, one forced fumble.
Awards: GCL-Coed first-team defense, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city, Southwest Ohio all-district honorable mention, defense.
Intangibles: He runs track, winning the 100-meter championship for the Greater Catholic League-Coed as a freshman and also setting the school record in the 200-meter event.
“Daniel Swift is a very explosive defender with elite speed and closing ability that turns routine plays into highlights.. His instincts and physicality make him tough to block for opposing offenses, as he flies around. What sets Daniel apart is his versatility, an athlete who can line up at multiple positions and can compete wherever he’s needed. His range, aggression, and motor can set the tone for everyone around him. Daniel Swift plays very fast, hits hard, and makes plays that change games. He’s the kind of defender you notice,” according to coach Fred Cranford.
Siemete ‘J.T.’ Traore, DL, Fairfield High School
Key statistics: He is 6-foot-2 and 240 pounds.
Awards: Second-team All-Greater Miami Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer honorable mention all-city, honorable mention All-Southwest Ohio
College offers and interest: Division III schools
Intangibles: “J.T. has a tremendous frame and length. Lots of small school interest at the DIII level, also looking for a larger opportunity,” according to coach Justin Roden.
Alex Wells, WR, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
CHCA’s Alex Wells (right) scores a touchdown at the Roger Bacon vs. Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy football game, Oct. 17, 2025.
Key statistics: 50 receptions, 821 yards, 11 touchdowns.
Awards: First-team All-Miami Valley Conference, Cincinnati Enquirer first-team all-city
Intangibles: “Wells is an explosive playmaker who can take over a game in an instant. He’s an elite deep-ball threat with ideal ball skills, true top-end speed, a dominant drive phase, and outstanding run-after-catch ability. He also excelled in the screen game, showing confidence and physicality as a ball carrier, along with a willingness and effectiveness as a perimeter blocker in both the run and screen game,” according to his coach Calvin Renfroe.
“He’s a highly intelligent player who processes information quickly. He understands coverages and space and consistently adjusts his routes accordingly. Wells offers premium positional flexibility and is capable of playing both outside and in the slot at the collegiate level. He has the speed, finesse and physicality to succeed in multiple alignments. His effectiveness as a perimeter blocker was a major factor in our offense finishing first in the conference. While he’s a dynamic playmaker in the passing game, we were also able to run behind him and flex him into the box as an impact blocker. He could quickly earn playing time at the collegiate level.” game, showing confidence and physicality as a ball carrier, along with a willingness and effectiveness as a perimeter blocker in both the run and screen game,” according to his coach Calvin Renfroe.
“He’s a highly intelligent player who processes information quickly. He understands coverages and space and consistently adjusts his routes accordingly. Wells offers premium positional flexibility and is capable of playing both outside and in the slot at the collegiate level. He has the speed, finesse and physicality to succeed in multiple alignments. His effectiveness as a perimeter blocker was a major factor in our offense finishing first in the conference. While he’s a dynamic playmaker in the passing game, we were also able to run behind him and flex him into the box as an impact blocker. He could quickly earn playing time at the collegiate level.”
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