For most of its history, Keiser football has been known as a run-first program. That identity has shifted in recent years, highlighted by last season's record-breaking performance through the air, when the Seahawks set program highs in passing yards (3,321) and touchdowns (31).
The trend has carried into 2025. Through three games, Keiser is averaging 252.0 passing yards per contest while still producing173.5 yards per game on the ground. At the heart of that aerial attack is the three-headed monster of
Elisha Edwards (Smiley) , Maurico Porcha, and Dallas Desouza. Together, the trio accounts for 72 percent of the Seahawks' receptions and 74 percent of the receiving yards this season.
On Saturday, the group combined for 15 catches, 196 yards, and three touchdowns. Desouza hauled in the first two scores of his career, while Porcha broke loose for a 71-yard touchdown—the fourth-longest in program history. Edwards, true to form, led the team with seven receptions.
Under Offensive Coordinator
Myles Notkin, Keiser's "Big Three" are thriving—and defenses are paying the price.
"This offense is really fun. You can't even be mad at it," Edwards said. "Coach Notkin is always scheming up special things. He'll send me clips in the summer, show me plays from guys like Isaiah Bond at Texas, and ask me to try it out in practice. He's dialing up motions and looks to get us the ball as fast as possible."
"Even during the lightning delay Saturday, Coach Notkin was in the locker room drawing stuff up," Desouza added. "Things we hadn't even gone over in meetings. He's always brainstorming."
"Coach Notkin trusts us, and we trust him," said Porcha. "Whatever he brings to the table, we're going to execute."
Three Receivers, Three Styles
Each member of the trio brings a unique weapon to Keiser's offense.
Maurico Porcha – The Veteran
Originally recruited as a running back, Porcha is now in his fourth year with the Seahawks and third at wide receiver. He ranks third in program history in career catches (86), second in receiving yards (1,280), and sixth in touchdown receptions (10).
"We call Rico the silent killer," Edwards said. "You might not notice him at first, but then you look up and he's got 107 yards."
"Rico's always open," Desouza added.
"I'd say I'm the silent assassin," Porcha said. "I'm probably the most consistent."
Elisha Edwards – The Go-To Guy
Now in his second year with the Seahawks, Edwards has established himself as the reliable one-on-one target. Last season, he caught 28 passes for 329 yards and three touchdowns, including the game-winner in the NAIA semifinal against Benedictine (Kan.) with 21 seconds left.
"Smiley's our one-on-one guy," Porcha said. "Whenever we need a catch, he's our guy."
"I just make sure everything comes down in my favor," Edwards said.
"Smiley is aggressive," Desouza added. "He's probably our best route-runner."
Dallas Desouza – The Speedster
A West Palm Beach native, Desouza joined Keiser last season but saw limited action. This year, he's become a full-time starter and has already made his mark. He's also a standout on the track, earning All-American honors and setting the school's indoor 600m record (1:21.07).
"Dallas is our speedster," Porcha said. "He stretches the field and opens things up for me and Smiley."
"He takes a lot of pressure off of us," Edwards added.
"I'm the deep threat," Desouza said. "But I can make plays on short routes, too. I just try to make something happen."
Pick Your Poison
The season is still young, but Keiser's balance on offense has made it clear: opponents can't just stack the box and stop the run anymore.
"With us three, you've got to pick your poison," Edwards said. "If you double me, Dallas is going to win one-on-one. If you double Dallas, me and Rico are open. If you double Rico, you still have to deal with me and Dallas. It's the Big Three."
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