2022 Semipro Coast To Coast Elite: Numbers 40-21

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The second installment tackles the middle of the Semipro Coast To Coast Elite. In Numbers 40-21, skill positions and brutal linemen stand out.

In Part Two, we examine the talented Semipro players that occupy the middle of the 2022 Coast To Coast Elite. Everyone one of these players are standouts that affect games. These players embody the talent, versatility, and production needed to win football games. Again, film, accurate stats, and the endorsement from rivals play factors. As a result, these coveted spots could either serve as a stepping stone to the Top 20.

40. Jeremy Judge ( OL, Mississippi Dynasty)

Rationale: In what world do you find a veteran linebacker that switches positions and brings knowledge, technique, and toughness to the center. As any quality lineman will tell you, interior line play is simultaneously violent and vital to offensive success. Judge, for the betterment of his team, took the job. As a result, the Dynasty offense clicked and moved the ball with aplomb, in the air, and on the ground.

39. Phaquinton Lawson (QB, Northern Utah Revolution)

Rationale: Lawson accomplishes a rare feat for a quarterback. While he loves the big play (10.14 yards per attempt), he makes few mistakes (four INT). Although the Revolution are blessed with firepower, a steady hand is required to make things work. Fearless in his approach, Lawson loves to make secondaries pay.

38. Michael Key (OL, Northern Utah Revolution)

Rationale: Lawson’s on-field bodyguard enters the list with upside and surprising smooth feet for a player of his size. Bull rushes do not work when Key sits down and meets the defender. The talent exist and the ceiling could be high. It’s up to the player. The Revolution average roughly forty points a game and almost four hundred yards per game.

37. Corey Wells (LB, Mississippi Dynasty)

Rationale: The consummate field leader. Wells ensures that alignments work and adjustments made. Not to mention, possessing the ability to read the quarterback and blocking pattern. At home in space, funneling down the line or blitzing.

36. Taris Shenall (DB, Crescent City Kings)

Rationale: Shenall ensures that teams cannot spread the Kings out. Regardless of how many receivers the opposition unleashes, Shenall will take all of them. While his interception numbers don’t stand out, the Kings allowed only one opponent to score more than twenty points all season solidifies this pick.

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35. Ayantae Mckever (WR, Columbus Storm)

Rationale: Five of Mckever’s eight regular-season touchdowns occurred versus playoff teams. Additionally, Nineteen of his thirty-four regular-season catches happened in those games. Basically, he shows up when it matters most. Widely respected for his routework.

34. J’Tarius Moore (DB, Columbus Storm)

Rationale: Led the APDFL with ten regular-season interceptions. An aggressive defender that will bait quarterbacks into mistakes. At the same time, he does not show timidity when making the tackle.

33. Curtiss Benton (DL, Georgia Thrashers)

Rationale: Pure passer that excelled among a talented, deep defensive line. Benton’s strength in his hands allows a powerful shed and redirect of the block, discarding them in the process. Sixteen sacks in that rotation need commendation.

32. Adrian Moore (QB, Mississippi Dynasty)

Rationale: After a subpar performance in the conference championship game, many wondered how Moore would rebound. One interception in fifty-one regular-season attempts with eleven passing touchdowns. The film showed Moore allowing the assembled talent to make the plays, instead of trying to shoulder the entire burden.

31. Dalvin Bracey (QB, Sumter Sharks)

Rationale: Simply put, Bracey is the best player on the best team in the Coastal Football Alliance, by far. Teams in his league cannot account for him, because of his patience and faith in his wideouts. The Sharks rarely lose. Bracey is the engine of that franchise.

30. Seth Adams (OL, Crescent City Kings)

Rationale: Zero self-promotion. More importantly, the veteran lineman batters opponents with the long game. Adams relishes the battle, ignoring everything except the time between snap and whistle. Plus, in a pinch, Adams slides in at defensive tackle, providing a strong presence there.

29. Jason Williams (LB, Tuskegee Ayrmen)

Rationale: Career year for Williams. What stands out most is the comfort in pass defense. Dropping into coverage was a new wrinkle added to his game. In addition, the four sacks show evolving blitzing acumen. When Williams starts attacking and destroying blocks, the league will have a problem.

28. Jarod Lewis ( RB, Georgia Thrashers)

Rationale: Lewis, on paper, did not enjoy the same statistical success in 2022. However, he added weight, changed his mindset, and delivered more punishment than he absorbed. This version of Lewis, wherever he lands in 2023 will be among the league’s best.

27. Tee Smith (Tuskegee Ayrmen)

Rationale: In 2022, Smith began his climb up the list. What stands out is his ability to play in various fronts and spots along the defensive line. With another season under his belt, Smith will gain confidence and refined technique.

26. Dijon Singleton (DB, Crescent City Kings)

Rationale: Teams repeatedly tried Singleton to no avail. Singleton’s six picks led to what many consider the best secondary in the APDFL. Singleton’s eyes, anticipation, and ability to undercut routes will force teams to stop trying him.

25. Marcus Singleton (DT, Georgia Thrashers)

Rationale: After a nightmare year in 2021, Singleton rebounded with a ferocious comeback season. With a clear mind, in better shape, and clearly focused, he tallied 11.5 sacks. Dropping all the offseason weight and stress allowed Singleton to look quicker off the ball and kept him fresher longer.

24. Joseph Ray (DB, Columbus Storm)

Rationale: Ray turned defense into instant offense. After an interception, the probability of a return for a score remained remarkably high. In fact, Ray returned three interceptions for scores. Furthermore, every interception (seven) happened during playoff teams.

23. Aaron Hale (WR, Northern Utah Revolution)

Rationale: Another key cog in the high-powered Utah offense. Hale cashed in twelve touchdown catches on only twenty-eight receptions. Moreover, the element of streaking away from the defense exists, as witnessed by a 62-yarder.

22. Louis Ellis (DL, Mississippi Dynasty)

Rationale: Spring brings birds chirping, flowers blooming and Louis Ellis ending up on this list. People know what to expect from Ellis: Power, first-step quickness, and an angry disposition. However, offenses look powerless to stop it. Ellis found new life, totaling twelve sacks and wreaking havoc in the middle.

21. Antawan Junior (RB, Crescent City Kings)

Rationale: Running backs in Semipro do not score on a 98-yard run. Moreover, they don’t slice up the Dynasty defense for 123 yards on just seven carries. Junior accomplished both. Despite limited carries, he posted 11.1 yards per carry and five scores. Junior will beat defenders downfield with sustained acceleration and burst.

Circumstances

Last year, William Howard, Harry Burke and Eugene Robinson stood high on this list. However, injuries and team changes interrupted their respective seasons. Now, without a doubt, they could return to this list in 2023.