The Times-Union recognizes top performers from Week 1 in high school football across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida.
K Hudson Kwartler, University Christian
The junior booted the game-winning field goal for a 31-29 win at Ponte Vedra.
RB Bryce Lawton, Union County
The senior rushed for five touchdowns in the Fightin’ Tigers’ 35-34 win over Rutherford.
WR Brennan Monaco, Beachside
The senior caught four touchdown passes in a 58-0 win over KIPP Bold City.
RB Arion Moore, Stanton
The senior gained 204 yards rushing with three touchdowns, winning 54-0 over Harvest Community.
RB KJ Palmer, Paxon
The senior rushed for three touchdowns in the Golden Eagles’ 39-12 win over Wolfson.
RB Nate Preston, St. Augustine
The senior scored two rushing touchdowns in the Jackets’ 49-0 rivalry victory over Palatka.
QB Hans Price, Jackson
The senior ran for three scores and threw for another as the Tigers beat Orange Park 41-0.
RB Keondre Smith, Englewood
The senior rushed for 207 yards and two touchdowns, winning 22-20 at Bishop Snyder.
RB Tremayne Tukes, Old Plank Christian
The senior ran for 200 yards and two more scores in a 34-0 win over Duval Charter.
DT Jaylen Underwood, Columbia
The senior recorded two and a half sacks, a pass breakup and a PAT block in a 20-19 win at Bolles.
LB Donte Walker, Ribault
The senior made five tackles for loss and a sack as the Trojans topped First Coast 20-14.
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(This story has been updated to add new information.)
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