[kywldcat01]

Can't disgagree with anything you said except when comparing Simpson and Collinworth to me the one thing that stands out is if you take Simpson off of SK, they probably are a 2 win team. If you take Collinsworth off of Highlands they still win the 5A Title. These two are, IMO, the best of the best in the state thusfar, but it is pretty evident that Collinsworth clearly has more talent surrounding him.

I have to respectfully disagree with you there. SK is a VERY talented team and showed they can win without Simpson when they beat Newcath the first game of the year 29-7 without Simpson really playing. Sage Powell is just as fast as Simpson, but not as strong. Lawrence is a legit dual threat QB that can pass and run very well. They also have a very good offensive line, led by D1 recruit Jordan Hansel. Defensively, they have some nice players as well that work together well as a team. SK would still be a top 5 team in NKY this year with or without Simpson.

As far as Collinsworth goes, he is what pushes Highlands to that next level. They've showed they can win without him, but whenever they need a big play they always put the ball in his hands. He is the X-factor for Highlands. No disrespect to Fennell or Streeter, but they aren't nearly as talented as AC.

Both players make their teams significantly better though and that's why they are being recruited the way they are and are in discussions like this.