High School Record-Breaker Who Fizzled at Bowling Green
Justin Sawmiller burst onto the scene as a Kenton (Ohio) high school phenom, setting Ohio records in 2013-14 with 156 single-season receptions for 2,313 yards and jaw-dropping career totals, including a 24-catch playoff game; at Bowling Green (2017-18), the 6'0" WR managed just 8 catches for 88 yards and 1 TD as a freshman starter in limited action before fading from rosters. His elite hands and route-running IQ shine in traffic, but modest speed and production raise red flags for Power 5 fits—ideal for smaller programs needing a savvy possession receiver with zero injury history and playoff pedigree.
