South Columbus (Tabor City, N.C.) jumbo athlete Ethan Farmer was a force on offense and defense last season as a junior, accumulating 15 catches for 275 yards and three touchdowns at tight end and 55 tackles as a defensive lineman. The 6-4, 262-pound rising senior has potential at a number of positions on the next level, including tight end, interior offensive lineman, defensive end and defensive tackle, though most college coaches project him initially as a tight end or defensive tackle.
"He is a big, strong kid," South Columbus head coach Jake Fonvielle said. "He is built well. He is 6-4, close to 265 pounds, and he runs a 4.85 in the 40. I feel like he'll play defensive line on the next level. Probably, he'll be a defensive tackle. Most colleges want their defensive ends to run 4.6 forties these days. As a tight end, he catches well and he runs well. He is also a great kid. Everything is 'yes, sir' 'no, sir' with him."