2027 4-star ATH Myson Johnson-Cook goes off in playoff win

East St. Louis 2027 four-star running back Myson Johnson-Cook has been difficult for opposing defenses to bring down. In the Flyers’ 53-14 rout of Glenwood on Saturday, Johnson-Cook showed out in a Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 6A second round playoff game.

The dynamic athlete put up monster numbers as Johnson-Cook rushed for 257 yards on just 11 carries and scored three touchdowns in the victory over the Titans. Up next for East St. Louis is a quarterfinal matchup against Simeon on Saturday for a chance to reach the 6A state semifinals.

Johnson-Cook, who holds a Rivals NIL valuation of $123,000 this junior year, is currently the No. 1 ranked player in all of Illinois and No. 2 nationally as an athlete.

The 2027 star has helped provide another punch on the offensive side of the ball for the Flyers this season, rushing for a total of 830 yards on just 62 carries (13.4 yards per carry) and has scored 13 touchdowns. In 2024, Johnson-Cook rushed for 911 yards on 88 carries (10.4 yards per carry) and scored 14 touchdowns for DeSoto.

Among the schools that have already offered Johnson-Cook are Alabama, Baylor, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, LSU, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio State, Ole Miss, Oregon, Penn State, Texas, Texas A&M and Tennessee.

How to Follow Illinois High School Football

For Illinois high school football fans looking to keep up with scores around the state, staying updated on the action is now easier than ever with the Rivals High School Scoreboard. This comprehensive resource provides real-time updates and final scores from across the Prairie State, ensuring you never miss a moment of the Friday night frenzy. From nail-biting finishes to dominant performances, the Rivals High School Scoreboard is your one-stop destination for tracking all the gridiron excitement across the state of Illinois.

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