At The League Winners, we pride ourselves on having the best possible coverage for college football. This can include, among other things, covering games in person or highlighting standout players from the various colleges that the company covers. And in today’s article, we’ll be featuring WR/S of Mill Creek High School, Trey Walker.
Despite being uncommitted at this moment, Walker brings an explosive skillset and versatility that could be utilized by any level of football school. And at a young age, he offers some growth potential as he continues to grow into a finished product as a player. In other words, Walker looks like a gem that could be unearthed by a lucky school.
The Recruit Report: Trey Walker
Overview
- Trey Walker
- Class of 2025
- Mill Creek High School (Hoschton, GA)
- 5’10” 170lbs
- Position: Wide Receiver/Safety
As of the writing of this article, Walker holds offers from universities such as Point University, UNC Pembroke, Heidelberg University, and Warner University.
The Mill Creek product was named First Team All-Region, VTO Sports All-American, and Blue-Grey Bowl All-American. He was also an All-County honorable mention.
Prospect Breakdown
Trey Walker is an extremely underrated recruit. On Rivals, he is listed as a zero-star recruit. He is not ranked nationally or in his state. However, when the highlight tape is turned on, one can see that Walker should not be underrated for long.
For starters, Walker plays like he has jet packs attached to his feet. Whether on special teams or designed touches, the wide receiver racks up consistent yardage and big plays for his offense. Walker showed this explosiveness on screen passes, deep passes down the field, and even on kickoff returns.
It’s not if you catch the ball, it’s what can you do with it after. pic.twitter.com/doRNDlRccE
— Trey Walker (@TreyWalkerT5) December 12, 2024
Walker’s game does not just consist of speed, though. For a high schooler, he possesses high-level footwork and route running ability. Walker has shown an advanced feel for creating space and understanding the leverage of defenders, striking with a cut or a quick move at an opportune moment. He proved it an FAU camp held over the summer, where he was named as one of the top versatile playmakers, per Six Star Football.
Additionally, he has shown some impressive strength for someone his size. Despite being a speed-first player, Walker can run through tackles and churn out tough yardage. He is also a willing blocker, as he puts his body on the line to open up lanes for his fellow teammates.
Those traits resulted in 2024 production for Walker; he racked up 473 yards and three touchdowns on 30 receptions. On the ground, Walker had 48 yards and a touchdown on three carries. As a special teamer, the speedy wideout had 241 kick return yards and 105 punt return yards, bringing him up to 872 all-purpose yards on the season.
I’m just getting started. @MCFootballCoach @__AustinButler @borntocompete @RecruitGeorgia @PrepRedzone @Rivals @247recruiting @milesplit @GDPsports pic.twitter.com/Ak7eeNaYhL
— Trey Walker (@TreyWalkerT5) December 10, 2024
Strengths
While Trey Walker has multiple good traits, his speed is his calling card on the football field.
Walker has been hand-timed at 4.31 in the 40-yard dash, which is a number that a wide majority of NFL prospects would dream of having. He has clocked a time of 10.70 in the 100-meter dash and is a part of record-breaking times in the 4×100 and 4×200.
Walker uses this track speed to gain the upper hand all over the field. If defenders are even a half-step late, the wideout can run right past them, creating a big play for his offense. This can also happen in the short areas of the field, as Walker can erase angles of opposing defenders immediately to create positive offensive plays.
For a young receiver, Walker understands how to utilize leverage on his stems to create separation against larger defensive backs. The prospect also understands how to feint direction, creating large separation gaps for easy completions.
Whatever team lands Walker will have a unique weapon in multiple ways. But beyond anything else, they will have a player with the speed that could be utterly game-breaking.
Area for Improvement?
When looking at some of Walker’s play, there does not seem to be too many areas where vast improvement is needed. Rather, he just needs more reps to show what he can do, specifically when it comes to playing through contact.
This is not to say that Walker cannot play in this manner. Through his tape, the wideout had multiple plays where he ran through tackles, fought for extra yards, made contested catches, or put his body on the line.
Rather, Walker will need to continue to show it at the next level. Wherever he lands, the wideout must show that he can overcome his lighter build at 170 pounds. In addition to the speed, Walker must also continue to show that he can make contested catches and make plays over the middle of the field.
Walker has all of the ability and traits to make big-time plays at the next level of football. As long as he gets the reps and opportunity to display his skill, there is no reason he should not improve on his perceived “weaknesses.”
Projection
At the very worst, Trey Walker should be a fun gadget player at the collegiate level. His speed allows unique opportunities for creative play-callers, as it could open up games when offenses need a big play.
However, with upper-end footwork and route running, Walker could be very similar to a Ladd McConkey-type player. With a knack for creating space and the speed to make defenses pay for mistakes, the overlooked wideout can be a key producer on offense.
At the end of the day, it all comes down to opportunity. And if Walker gets his, the talent and skill he has displayed in high school should easily shine through at the next level.
