2024 Rankings Newcomers: Offense
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Check out some of the top offensive newcomers to the 2024 Prep Redzone CA Rankings. Brandon Baker Brandon Baker 6'5" | 290 lbs | OL Mater Dei | 2024 State CA , OL, Mater Dei Ideal size, frame, and length…
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Brandon Baker Brandon Baker 6'5" | 290 lbs | OL Mater Dei | 2024 State CA , OL, Mater Dei
Ideal size, frame, and length at 6’5” 280 lbs. He’s a plus athlete for his size with good feet and mobility to work to the second level and be an effective blocker in space. He comes off the ball hard and shows good explosion at the POA using his natural strength and power. As a pass blocker, he gets into his pass set quickly and shows good hand placement with a strong initial punch. Possesses all the physical tools and ability to be a highly recruited Power 5 lineman.
Alonzo Contreras Alonzo Contreras 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Calabasas | 2024 State CA , QB, Sierra Canyon
Very impressive young QB with great accuracy and touch. Possesses a combination of natural arm talent and positional awareness that is rare to see at such a young age. Great ability to throw his receivers open and make strong accurate throws at all three levels and outside the hashes. Displays good instincts and anticipation, he shows he can read the defense and attack the weak spots in coverage. Great pocket mobility and footwork, excels at making defenders miss to extend the play while keeping his eyes downfield to find an open target. Received an offer from UNLV in January and as he develops he has the potential to be one of the top 2024 QBs in the state.
Boone Lourd Boone Lourd 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Brentwood | 2024 State CA , QB, Brentwood
Lourd is a natural at the QB position. He’s a smooth athlete that does a great job maneuvering the pocket and avoiding pressure to create open throwing lanes. Plus arm strength, his release is quick and effortless. He shows a great ability to hit his spots all over the field both in the pocket and on the run. Strong family genes his brother, Cole, was highly recruited before landing at Texas. Great upside and potential his recruiting has just started in the last month with offers from Florida State and Purdue.
Komari Lewis Komari Lewis 6'3" | 175 lbs | QB Riverside Prep | 2024 State CA , QB, Riverside
Dual-threat QB with great size and frame at 6’3” 175 lbs. Possesses plus arm strength with the ability to stretch the field vertically with touch. Developing throwing mechanics and footwork in the pocket, uses a three quarter release to get the ball out quickly and on time. Good athlete that can make plays with his legs when protection breaks down. Strong foundational skillset to build on as a freshman. Picked up his first offer from FAU in October 2020.
Jordan Malauulu Jordan Malauulu 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Long Beach Poly | 2024 State CA , WR, St. John Bosco
A versatile and explosive athlete with great top end speed. Possesses the burst and acceleration off the LOS to quickly eat up cushion, create separation, and be a lethal vertical threat. He’s a natural pass catcher with strong hands, he flashes the coordination and body control to track/adjust to ball flight. Excels after the catch where he can use his speed and change-of-direction to elude defenders in space and turn short passes into long gains. Also a big time playmaker in the return game. Pittsburgh was the first to offer in March but recruiting stock will pick up as he gains experience and able to showcase his talent and abilities.
Niko Papatsos Niko Papatsos 6'1" | 180 lbs | QB Cajon | 2024 State CA , QB, Aquinas
A natural athlete with a smooth throwing motion. He is a creative playmaker with good awareness and feel for the game. Plus accuracy at the short and intermediate levels, shows he can fit the ball in tight windows with velocity. He’s not afraid to use his legs to extend the play and throw on the run. Displays good command of the position with his ability to run the offense and make smart decisions with the football. University of Charlotte was the first to offer him in late 2020 but should receive more recruiting attention as he continues to develop and progress.