Film Session: Small School 2021 OL Prospects
Oftentimes, small school OL prospects have a bunch of talent, but they also have parts of their game that they have to work on. This includes slower feet, awkward stance, and their overall delivery of power in their blocks. Not…
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Continue ReadingOftentimes, small school OL prospects have a bunch of talent, but they also have parts of their game that they have to work on. This includes slower feet, awkward stance, and their overall delivery of power in their blocks. Not only do a large amount of OL prospects who go on to play at smaller schools see their fair share of success due to the coaching at the next level, but sometimes, some of these prospects even find themselves in place to transfer to bigger programs. This makes it even more fun to track OL prospects who go on to play for smaller colleges. Regardless, these players typically end up being some of the staples to their offense’s success, which makes it even more worth checking their film out.
Donald Bostick- New Hampstead
While Bostick can be seen to be very slow getting off of the ball at times, his ability to remain consistent in his stance, and finish blocks is what made all the difference for him during his senior year. He also has good feet off of the ball, and his wide stance allows for him to pick up defenders very well, while also being able to absorb plenty of impact along the way. During his senior year, he remained a force for his team’s offensive line, and his ability to use his hands cleanly, also helped him to be able to navigate defenders’ pass rush moves very effectively. While he can be seen to be a bit of a project at the next level, he is certainly a great prospect that can give a high level of production to any small school’s offensive line.
Eli Cade- Ware
Standing at 6’8, 340, Cade is an absolute giant. While he is a bit timid with his footwork at times, he has the ability to deliver a pop on contact. With this, due to his size and length, it allows for him to adjust to outside pressures easily, making it hard for defensive linemen to make their way around him as they attempt to make tackles. While we are a bit underwhelmed by his overall ability as a whole, we feel that with proper coaching at the next level, he can continue to be a solid player on the offensive line, and develop into a great player. Nevertheless, we feel he would be great at a small D2 program if given the chance.
Elliott Howell- Arabia Mountain
While Howell may be one of the smaller OL prospects out of this list, this does not defeat the fact that he can fire off of the ball, make great blocks, and open up lanes for his RB. Despite his length and frame being a bit smaller, he uses his fluidity in movement, as well as his quickness, and hands to do all of the work for him, which ultimately ends up in success for him a majority of the time. Paired with this, Howell displays a relentless effort to finish blocks, and drive defenders to the ground, nullifying any chance they could have at making a play. As you cut on his film, you will notice right away that due to this fact, he is very fun to watch because of his overall effect on his team’s success. Look for him to get small looks, and if he takes an opportunity, expect him to make the most of it.
Emmanuel Beasley- St. Francis
Beasley, who is 6’4, 250, had a solid senior season, and while he did not necessarily receive the recruiting attention that he deserved, he is certainly good enough to play a key role for a smaller program if he desired. While he needs to develop with his ability to get off of the ball, he has no problem engaging defensive linemen, and getting his hands dirty. He not only has a bit of pop to him, but he is able to stick his hand in the ground, and move defenders as required. With this, he can also get caught leaning at times, but his overall ability to stick to his man, and remain consistent on the line helps to open up both the passing game, and running game for his team and helped to play a big part in his team’s offensive success.