Adjatay Dabbs has defined the meaning of patience.
The Greeneville wide receiver is entering his senior season and has had limited opportunities to produce his first three seasons.
His lack of opportunities hasn't been because of a lack of talent.
It's because when you play for Greeneville, the roster is always loaded with talent. However, now that Mason Gudger and Jakobi Gillespie have both graduated, Dabbs is going to be a key component of Greeneville's offense.
In 2021 Dabbs didn't even catch 30 passes but in 2022, Dabbs could have 30 receptions by the halfway point in the season. He’s more than ready to make the most of the opportunity.
“It’s something I’ve been waiting for since my freshman year,” said Dabbs.” They always told me I have all the athletic ability I need. I just got to keep working hard. This is the year for me to show everybody what I’ve got.”
Spradlen sees the potential in Dabbs.
“Just watching him during spring practice and the summer into fall camp, anytime he touches the ball, he’s been really explosive. It’s exciting to see,” said Spradlen.
Spradlen says Dabbs is not only one of the most talented Greene Devils but he’s also one of the hardest working.
He added whenever you combine those two qualities, that’s what makes a special player.