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Missouri High School Football Player of the Year Watch List

Missouri High School Football Player of the Year Watch List

The 2024 football season has just passed the halfway point. Which players stood out from the others? A watch list for Missouri’s Player of the Year.

These ten players stood out for their impact on each player’s victory, performance and overall success over seven weeks.

Boyd, a player from Illinois, is the architect of a dominant Cardinal Ritter attack. He is a true dual-threat quarterback. The greatest value for a field general is the victory he has achieved over the years. Still, his 1,863 passing yards coupled with 568 rushing yards and 16 total touchdowns in six games are impressive.

Parker saved his best season for his senior season. He has totaled 1,080 yards and 12 touchdowns in six games. Cardinal Ritter is undefeated and is an important part of the equation. The Nebraska commit appears to be well on his way to winning a postseason award.

Haas has helped lead Warrenton to a 7-0 start. He is their star and has rushed for 1,358 yards and 19 touchdowns so far this season. One of the best playmakers in Missouri. A monster season coupled with team success earns him a spot on this list.

Offensive linemen don’t often make lists like this. That being said, Cantwell is the face of SWMO football and the best prospect this region has seen since Dorial Green-Beckham in 2012. Nixa has been a juggernaut this season, he’s paving the way.

Reubura may break records this season. He is the ball carrier of a run-heavy Nixa offense and the state’s leading touchdown scorer. A dynamic player inside the red zone, from 50 and on long runs. Rebura can do everything.

Duff, a Kansas State player, has led De Smet to a 6-1 record so far. A composed thrower with 1,447 passing yards and 16 touchdowns through the air. De Smet is one of the best in Class 6 and is their offensive leader.

Troy Buchanan’s rushing attack has been strong this season. At the helm is Dowell, a young defender who is catching the attention of many. He has 1,059 total yards and 15 touchdowns. The Trojans are 7-0 and have scored more than 34 points in every contest.

Mozee, a Nebraska player, is the leading playmaker for the 7-0 Lee’s Summit North team. A real outside technician and someone who causes disagreements every Friday night. A unanimous four-star candidate across all major recruiting services.

Davidson, a Northern Illinois player, is having a great season as the full-time QB for Rock Bridge. The Bruins are 6-1 with him leading the attack. A pure pocket passer who has great control at 6’3″ tall. Rock Bridge and Davidson are the standard in mid-Missouri.

McClellan took control of the CBC offense and they didn’t miss a beat. One of the best playmakers in the state. He is being recruited as an athlete in the class of 2026. His 611 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns make him one of the best running quarterbacks regardless of his class.