When Carter Naranjo started attending West Chicago back in 2022, there wasn’t a whole lot to be excited about.

In his freshman season, the Wildcats went 1-8 in their first year under coach Adam Chavez. They hadn’t qualified for the playoffs in 20 years.

Three years later, things sure have changed with Naranjo under center.

Naranjo, who led the Wildcats to back-to-back playoff appearances in the last two years, has kept the momentum into his third year at quarterback, and proved it in a Week 2 matchup against Joliet Central.

The senior rushed for 231 yards and scored four touchdowns, while also throwing for 85 yards and another score to set a new school scoring record in their 64-33 victory.

For his efforts, Naranjo was selected as the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week MVP. Here is h

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