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The overlooked athletes The Platform is putting on the map — class, position, team, and Crown pathway status.

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Marcus Johnson

Quarterback

Houston Elite • Houston, TX

DeShawn Williams

Wide Receiver

South FL Storm • Orlando, FL

Chris Martinez

Offensive Line

Cali Trench Co. • Los Angeles, CA

Jamal Washington

Defensive Line

Georgia Force • Atlanta, GA

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Athlete Spotlight: Marcus Johnson Is Ready for the Crown

An elite arm, a cool head, and a chip on his shoulder. The story behind Texas QB Marcus Johnson's rise through the ROAD TO THE CROWN.

The Platform StaffFebruary 22, 2026

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Marcus Johnson

Quarterback

Houston Elite • Houston, TX

Crown National Qualifier

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2026

DeShawn Williams

Wide Receiver

South FL Storm • Orlando, FL

Road to the Crown

Story

2027

Chris Martinez

Offensive Line

Cali Trench Co. • Los Angeles, CA

DRIVE7BIGZ Standout

Story

2026

Jamal Washington

Defensive Line

Georgia Force • Atlanta, GA

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2028

Tyrese Banks

Defensive Back

Chi-Town Reign • Chicago, IL

Road to the Crown

2027

Amaya Rivers

Wide Receiver

Lone Star Girls 7v7 • Dallas, TX

Girls 7v7 Standout

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