High school football season is almost upon us and the area features a number of running backs who put up big numbers on the ground and dual-threat quarterbacks who are attracting college programs.
With the season approaching, the News-Leader compiled a list of players who might be worth the price of admission at stadiums across the Ozarks.
Some athletes not on this list will break out and show they should be considered among the best by the end of the season.
Here are 10 of the top high school football players in the area heading into the 2018 season.