Mekhai Bates evidently has a little Jadeveon Clowney in him. While the Hill City (Kan.) wide receiver may not have launched an early Heisman campaign with his helmet-popping block during a recent game, the impact did recall images of the South Carolina defensive end’s legendary hit on Michigan’s Vincent Smith.

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Bates’ block, which appeared painful and legal, came on a busted running play and it helped spring running back Gabe Hamel for a touchdown.

If Hill City produces a postseason media guide, it should probably look like this:

Thanks to Max Preps for bringing this story to our attention.