Eight Preseason Names to Know: 22′ ILB
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Next up on the Preseason Names to know series we’re taking a look at the ILBs from the class of 2022. These athletes have had an extended offseason because of covid and look to show how they’ve developed during that…
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Continue ReadingNext up on the Preseason Names to know series we’re taking a look at the ILBs from the class of 2022. These athletes have had an extended offseason because of covid and look to show how they’ve developed during that time. They have been putting in the work with this extended offseason and are going to showcase their improvements come March 19th. Here are eight ILB names to know heading into the spring season.
Malyk Jones Malyk Jones 5'10" | 215 lbs | LB Homewood-Flossmoor | 2022 State IL 5’10 220 Homewood-Flossmoor HS Twitter Highlights
We’re starting off by taking a look at Mr. Jones from Homewood-Flossmoor HS. He fills holes in run support, attacks downhill, and has the ability to blow up plays. He has a high motor which he uses to make plays and make the tackle downfield. I’ve gotten to see Jones in person at a Legacy 7 on 7 practice and he’s a sight to see. Overall, getting this junior season film will only help Jones in the recruiting process and improve his stock.
Bryan McCoy Bryan McCoy 6'1" | 230 lbs | LB Joliet West | 2022 State IL 6’0 225 Joliet West HS Twitter Highlights
Next up is Mr. McCoy from Joliet West HS. He attacks downhill, gets pressure on the QB, and has a high motor. He isn’t afraid to lower his shoulder to deliver a big hit, take pursuit angles to make the play downfield, and doesn’t give up on plays. Overall, McCoy has gained traction this offseason in his recruiting, and once he gets his junior season film expect it to rise further.
Robby Purchase Robby Purchase 6'0" | 215 lbs | LB Joliet Catholic | 2022 State IL 6’0 215 Joliet Catholic Academy Twitter Highlights
Mr. Purchase from Joliet Catholic Academy. He fills holes in run support, gets pressure on the QB, and gets to his pass coverage drops quickly. He attacks downhill where he meets the RB at the line of scrimmage resulting in no gain and diagnoses the play quickly. Overall, Purchase has been putting in the work this offseason and when the pads come on March 19th expect offers to come to the table.
Brock Skaggs Brock Skaggs 6'2" | 240 lbs | LB Washington | 2022 State IL 6’2 210 Washington Community HS Twitter Highlights
Mr. Skaggs is from Washington Community HS. He fills holes in run support, gets to pass coverage drops quickly, and has closing speed to cover sideline to sideline. He takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield and doesn’t give up on plays. Overall, Skaggs looks to showcase his development this spring and look for him to gain traction in recruiting once the film gets put together.
Terry Elias Jr 6’0 200 Crete-Monee HS Twitter Highlights
Mr. Elias is from Crete-Monee HS. He fills holes in run support, covers sideline to sideline, and is quick off the ball. He’s a heavy hitter that gets hands on to re-route the receiver and times his blitz well. Overall, look for Elias to showcase his skillset and add to the offers he’s already accumulated.
Carson Eggebraten Carson Eggebraten 6'0" | 220 lbs | LB Saint Viator | 2022 State IL 6’2 220 St. Viator Twitter Highlights
Mr. Eggebraten is from St. Viator HS. He fills holes in run support, covers sideline to sideline, and gets off of blocks to make the tackle. He’s put on weight since last season and has been working on honing his craft in this extended offseason. Overall, once Eggebraten gets his junior season film expect his recruiting to gain traction.
Jacob Bottarini 6’0 214 Marmian Academy Twitter Highlights
Mr. Bottarini is from Marmian Academy. He fills holes in run support, covers sideline to sideline with his closing speed, and doesn’t give up on plays. He has quick acceleration and takes pursuit angels making the tackle downfield. Overall, look for Bottarini to have offers come his way once he gets his junior season film put together as that’s the only thing missing between him and an offer.
Mitch Larkin Mitch Larkin 6'1" | 210 lbs | LB Palatine | 2022 State IL 6’0 200 Palatine HS Twitter Highlights
Mr. Larkin is from Palatine HS. He fills holes in run support, gets off of blocks to make the tackle, and attacks with his closing speed. He takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield and doesn’t give up on plays. Overall, once Larkin gets his junior season film expect offers to come his way.
These ILBs are in similar boats needing their junior year film before their recruiting takes off. Each of these players has the potential to play at the next level, the only thing that’s missing is the updated film from the spring season that’s starting March 19th.