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E-Jay Rogers shows importance to Saltillo football team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 1:02 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

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Summary

E-Jay Rogers, Saltillo's wide receiver, proved his value during a summer 7-on-7 competition after suffering an ankle injury. His absence visibly affected the team's morale, highlighting his irreplaceable presence, according to first-year head coach Case Ingram. Last season, Rogers caught 35 passes for 795 yards and scored 11 touchdowns, alongside five rushing touchdowns. Ingram plans to maximize Rogers' usage in offensive schemes this season, especially as quarterback Logan Heisel returns from injury and seeks to improve team performance. Rogers aims to lead a young team focused on growth after enduring several losing seasons.

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By the Numbers

•E-Jay Rogers injured his ankle but quickly demonstrated his impact on the team.
•Rogers had 35 catches for 795 yards and 11 touchdowns last season.
•Coach Case Ingram will integrate Rogers into various offensive roles.
•Quarterback Logan Heisel returns after missing most of last season.
•Saltillo aims for improvement, having not won a season since 2014.

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1:02 AMYahoo Sports — E-Jay Rogers is 'irreplaceable' for Saltillo

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During a 7-on-7 competition earlier this summer, Saltillo wide receiver E-Jay Rogers tweaked his ankle and had to sit out a couple of plays. The effect his absence had on the rest of the team was immediate and palpable. And that’s when first-year head coach Case Ingram saw just how important Rogers is to the Tigers. “And you could just tell, everybody on the team, it’s almost like they ...
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