Arizona 2021 Stock Risers

Here's a look at five players in the 2021 class that have seen their recruiting stock on the rise recently with new offers or college interest. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="42682" first="Sebastian" last="Adamski"], LB, 5’10” 200 lbs., Walden Grove HS</strong> A true inside linebacker that plays sideline to sideline evident by his 130 tackles and All-Region Defensive Player of the Year award in 2019. Possesses a high football IQ and is quick to read and react, putting himself in good position to make a play. He’s a sure tackler in the open field and shows off his strength and toughness often with violent hits all over the field. Coach speaks highly of his competitive nature and ability as a leader on and off the field. Has five offers to date including Lake Forest, Southwestern, Concordia, Whittier, and North Florida and has seen interest from several other D1 programs. <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/10033113/5d7e624d478d400f048377e8">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/10033113/5d7e624d478d400f048377e8</a> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="42596" first="Trey" last="Brown"], LB, 6’3” 205 lbs., Arcadia HS</strong> An extremely gifted athlete that saw his recruiting skyrocket last spring and has continued to pull in more offers since then bringing his total to 15. He showed his versatility in the 2019 season when he was voted Arizona’s 4A TE of the year while also being voted first team All-State DL racking up almost 80 tackles and 13 sacks on defense. He has great physical tools to be successful at the major D1 level using his long frame and speed off the edge. One of his many strengths is as a pass rusher where he can use his quickness and variety of moves to beat blockers and get to the QB. Comes from strong bloodlines, his father Ray Brown had an extensive career in the NFL as an offensive lineman playing for the Cardinals, Redskins, 49ers, and Lions. With Brown’s athleticism and talent, he’s a name to remember for years to come. <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/6700143/5dbfdef94797f701c0b67e74">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/6700143/5dbfdef94797f701c0b67e74</a> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="42634" first="Nicolas" last="Nesbit"]t, RB, 5’8” 185 lbs., Chandler HS</strong> Dual sport athlete that is electric with the ball in his hands. Last year Nesbitt was third on the team in carries behind Daveon Hunter who signed with Hawaii and current Boise State commit [player_tooltip player_id="42598" first="Eli" last="Sanders"] but still racked up over 600 yards and nine touchdowns. This year he shares the strong Chandler backfield again but has already picked up offers from Valparaiso, Dartmouth, Pennsylvania, and most recently Lafayette. He’s a great athlete with speed, quickness, and an explosive jump cut. He runs with good balance and is extremely shifty making him tough to tackle in space. Colleges will love his versatility being an effective ball carrier, receiver, and returner. Expect a big 2020 season from him and his recruitment to pick up. <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/9669723/5df18674f560030cf4ca06bf">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/9669723/5df18674f560030cf4ca06bf</a> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="42623" first="JD" last="Roberts"], LB, 6’2” 230 lbs., Notre Dame Prep HS</strong> Colleges love this guys versatility and ability to make an impact at multiple positions including fullback, linebacker, and defensive line. He plays the game extremely physical and aggressive both as a ball carrier and on defense. He’s strong and powerful at the POA, understanding how to use his leverage and pad level to his advantage. After sitting out the 2018 season due to injury, he exploded in 2019 with 20 TD’s and 73 tackles including 19 for losses. Robert’s committed to New Mexico shortly after receiving an offer from them and Northern Arizona. He’s a great all-around football player that is just scratching the surface of his potential and upside. <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/9434910/5ddd54c996812a1504878b3b">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/9434910/5ddd54c996812a1504878b3b</a> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="42625" first="Jared" last="Williams"], RB, 5’11” 205 lbs., Chaparral HS</strong> Williams was the first 1,000 rusher at Chaparral since 2013 and is expected to have an expanded role in the Firebird’s offense in 2020. He’s a complete back that shows good ability as a ball carrier, receiver, and blocker in the passing game. He has a good combination of power and speed that allow him to move the chains both between the tackles or on the outside. Has plus vision and drives his feet through contact complimenting his downhill running style and ability to break tackles in space. Northern Arizona and Minot State are the only offers to this point but expect that to change if he continues where he left off in 2019. <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11288826/5e7bbdbd478cd501e07faaa4">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11288826/5e7bbdbd478cd501e07faaa4</a>