Rivals Recap: Santa Margarita vs. Dorsey
MISSION VIEJO, Calif. -- The state's top pro-style quarterback, K.J. Costello helped Rancho Santa Margarita (Calif.) Santa Margarita Catholic hold off Los Angeles Dorsey, one of the toughest City Section squads, 33-13 on Friday night at Trabuco Hills High School.
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Four-star wide receiver Dylan Crawford didn't have a big night as a pass catcher but he still left his mark, paving the way for some big runs with effective blocking on the edge. The Rivals250 prospect was not only willing to block, but also fiery when it came to the task. He said afterward he realizes receivers have to be well rounded at the next level and he has worked hard at making his presence felt even when the ball isn't in the air.
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The stability and consistency of 2017 offensive lineman Brett Neilon was certainly noteworthy. Though he has only been playing football for two years, Neilon picked up the intricacies of the position quickly and has the versatility to slide to various positions on the line. He showed really good feet in pass protection at left tackle and also opened some wide holes throughout the night, proving why he has become such a commodity for college coaches in recent weeks.
A couple names to watch out for at Dorsey the next couple years: 2018 tight end Isaiah SmallsClick Santa Margarita seniors Tanner MatthewsClick StanfordClick Other thoughts...Here to view this Link. quarterback commit KJ Costello threw a touchdown and ran for another but struggled a bit to find a rhythm. He misfired a couple times inside the red zone and appeared to be flustered by pressure when Dorsey brought the blitz. He rebounded with a nice second half to help Santa Margarita pull away.Here to view this Link. and Alec StewartClick StanfordClick Other thoughts...Here to view this Link. quarterback commit KJ Costello threw a touchdown and ran for another but struggled a bit to find a rhythm. He misfired a couple times inside the red zone and appeared to be flustered by pressure when Dorsey brought the blitz. He rebounded with a nice second half to help Santa Margarita pull away.Here to view this Link. were impressive on defense, swarming to the football and making plays in the backfield.Here to view this Link. and 2017 cornerback Jarrell Mickens, the brother of Washington star Jaydon MickensClick Santa Margarita seniors Tanner MatthewsClick StanfordClick Other thoughts...Here to view this Link. quarterback commit KJ Costello threw a touchdown and ran for another but struggled a bit to find a rhythm. He misfired a couple times inside the red zone and appeared to be flustered by pressure when Dorsey brought the blitz. He rebounded with a nice second half to help Santa Margarita pull away.Here to view this Link. and Alec StewartClick StanfordClick Other thoughts...Here to view this Link. quarterback commit KJ Costello threw a touchdown and ran for another but struggled a bit to find a rhythm. He misfired a couple times inside the red zone and appeared to be flustered by pressure when Dorsey brought the blitz. He rebounded with a nice second half to help Santa Margarita pull away.Here to view this Link. were impressive on defense, swarming to the football and making plays in the backfield.Here to view this Link.. Santa Margarita also had a super sophomore that passed the eye test: tight end Jake PetersClick Santa Margarita seniors Tanner MatthewsClick StanfordClick Other thoughts...Here to view this Link. quarterback commit KJ Costello threw a touchdown and ran for another but struggled a bit to find a rhythm. He misfired a couple times inside the red zone and appeared to be flustered by pressure when Dorsey brought the blitz. He rebounded with a nice second half to help Santa Margarita pull away.Here to view this Link. and Alec StewartClick StanfordClick Other thoughts...Here to view this Link. quarterback commit KJ Costello threw a touchdown and ran for another but struggled a bit to find a rhythm. He misfired a couple times inside the red zone and appeared to be flustered by pressure when Dorsey brought the blitz. He rebounded with a nice second half to help Santa Margarita pull away.Here to view this Link. were impressive on defense, swarming to the football and making plays in the backfield.Here to view this Link., who was listed at 6 feet 4, 205 pounds.
It was good seeing former five-star running back Stafon JohnsonClick Here to view this Link. back on the Dorsey sideline helping coach his alma mater. Johnson, who went on to USCClick Here to view this Link., has plenty of wisdom to share.