Sallisaw/Poteau Area Editors Choice – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner Store

Editor’s Choice

SALLISAW/POTEAU AREA

QB: Teaguen Collins – Muldrow

The athleticism of the Bulldogs junior will continue to create big play results running as well as throwing the football as well as changing the momentum of the contest by creating turnovers on defense.  

Teaguen Collins

RB: AJ Lyons-Jerrell – Pocola 

Entering his senior year, the Indians standout will eclipse the 5,000 yard mark in total offense after scoring over 50 touchdowns to date. The high-energy and physical efforts on defense at linebacker continues to increase the attention of college recruiters. 

WR: Jaxon Armstrong – Heavener  

With 48 receptions totaling 549 yards in 2023 as well as rushing for more than 1,000 yards, Armstrong continues to deserve the “Mr. Everything” for the Wolves program.

OL: Hunter Meyers – Poteau 

An anchor in the front line standing 5-10 and 180 pounds, Meyers is proof that dynamite comes in small packages. 

DL: Kash Keepes – Sallisaw  

The defensive captain for the Black Diamonds enters his second year at defensive end charted 51 tackles including seven sacks to help guide Sallisaw to a turnaround campaign to reach the Class 4A quarterfinals.

Kash Keepes

LB:  Tyler Fassio – Poteau 

After recording 173 tackles during the last two seasons, Fassio who stands 6-1 and 215 pounds, enters his third season at inside linebacker for the Pirates. 

Tyler Fassio

DB: Braydon Hardwick – Pocola 

A big time playmaker, Hardwick uses his speed and desire to create game changing moments. With five interceptions last season, the Indians senior has 11 career takeaways to begin the 2024 campaign.