I could be wrong, but I don't think anybody in the state beat Phillip once he reached the 9th grade. As coach Bray stated, phillip was giving up quite a few lbs in the 8th grade but still made it to state. If my memory serves me correctly he took 4th in the region his 8th grade year. With that said, Simpson would be right near the top in choosing the best all-time wrestler in TN.