Prep Redzone Rankings: 22′ Stock Risers
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We’ve finished revamping the 22’ rankings totaling 397 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the young men that increased their stock from the last rankings. Saveon Brown Saveon Brown 6'1" | 195 lbs | DB…
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Continue ReadingWe’ve finished revamping the 22’ rankings totaling 397 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the young men that increased their stock from the last rankings.
Saveon Brown Saveon Brown 6'1" | 195 lbs | DB Thornwood | 2022 State IL Thornwood Twitter
Prev Rank: 11 New Rank: 4
Mr. Brown went up 7 spots in this rankings update, he’s put in the work during the covid pause and showed out during the spring season. He fills holes in run support, makes open-field tackles, and attacks downhill with his closing speed. Mr. Brown reads/reacts quickly resulting in interceptions, isn’t afraid to lower his shoulder, and gets after it with his aggressive playstyle.
Maurice Edwards Maurice Edwards 5'11" | 195 lbs | RB Warren Township | 2022 State IL Warren Township Twitter
Prev Rank: WL New Rank: 5
Mr. Edwards comes up from the watch list to the number 5 spot, he’s an N/S runner that bursts through the line of scrimmage and blows by the 2nd level of defenders. He reads blocks well, breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet diving, and plays through contact. Mr. Edwards has good change of direction, isn’t afraid to lower his shoulder by running defenders over, and picks up the blitz. He has playmaking abilities utilizing his speed, quick acceleration, and jump cuts that make him a sight to see.
Jordan Anderson Jordan Anderson 6'3" | 215 lbs | RB Joliet Catholic | 2022 State IL Joliet Catholic Academy Twitter
Prev Rank: 24 New Rank: 7
Mr. Anderson jumps up 17 spots to get to the number 7 spot in the rankings, he’s an N/S runner that breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving and bursts past the 2nd level of defenders. He’s elusive making the first defender miss, has the vision to see cutback lanes, and has good body control. Mr. Anderson plays through contact and gets after it with his aggressive playstyle.
Henry Boyer Henry Boyer 6'7" | 250 lbs | TE Brother Rice | 2022 State IL Brother Rice Twitter
Prev Rank: 27 New Rank: 8
Mr. Boyer moves up 19 spots to get the number 8 spot in the rankings, he gets upfield after securing the catch and has quick acceleration. He blocks downfield, creates running lanes, and gets to 2nd level blocks. Mr. Boyer is used as a lead blocker where he pancakes the defenders by keeping his feet driving, and plays through the whistle.
Luke Woodson Luke Woodson 5'11" | 190 lbs | ATH Deerfield | 2022 State IL Deerfield Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 11
Mr. Woodson breaks into the rankings to the number 11 spot after being unranked, he’s an athlete that gets it done on both sides of the ball. He makes contested catches by high pointing the ball, is an N/S runner that bursts past the 2nd level of defenders, and is elusive making the first defender miss. Flipping to the defensive side of the ball, he has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, attacks downhill, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Woodson plays multiple positions such as RB, WR, LB, and S showcasing his versatility.
Sean Allison Sean Allison 6'0" | 205 lbs | LB Hinsdale Central | 2022 State IL Hinsdale Central Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 14
Mr. Allison breaks into the rankings to the number 14 spot after being unranked, he attacks downhill, gets pressure on the QB, and jumps routes for interceptions. He has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, stays with his man in coverage with his fluid turn of the hips, and has good timing of his blitz. Mr. Allison doesn’t give up on plays by taking pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield and has an attacking playstyle.
Hunter Stitely Hunter Stitely 6'3" | 220 lbs | DL Frankfort | 2022 State IL Frankfort Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 16
Mr. Stitely breaks into the rankings to the number 16 spot, he gets in the backfield quickly and fills gaps in run support. He gets off blocks to make the tackle, gets pressure on the QB, and has good use of hands at the point of attack. Mr. Stitely doesn’t give up on plays by taking pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield and has the closing speed to pair with it.
Jacob Bostick Jacob Bostick 6'3" | 170 lbs | WR Palatine | 2022 State IL Palatine Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 17
Mr. Bostick breaks into the rankings to the number 17 spot, he gets upfield after securing the catch and makes contested catches by high pointing the ball. He’s quick off the line of scrimmage, is elusive by making the first defender miss, and breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving. Mr. Bostick makes the catch in traffic where he holds onto the catch after taking big hits, runs crisp routes, and breaks the defender off at the top of the route.
Malachi Hood Malachi Hood 6'2" | 185 lbs | DB Joliet Catholic | 2022 State IL Joliet Catholic Academy Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 18
Mr. Hood breaks into the rankings to the number 18 spot, he gets pressure on the QB off the blitz and fills holes in run support. He makes open-field tackles, attacks downhill with his closing speed, and stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected. Mr. Hood re-routes receivers, doesn’t give up on plays by taking pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, and is used as a return man as well.
Luke Dalton Luke Dalton 6'5" | 300 lbs | OL Marian Central Catholic | 2022 State IL Marian Central Catholic Twitter
Prev Rank: WL New Rank: 19
Mr. Dalton jumps from the watch list to the number 19 spot, he fires off the ball and keeps his feet driving resulting in pancaking defenders. He gets hands-on quickly, gets to 2nd level blocks, and washes the d-line down. Mr. Dalton creates running lanes, holds his own one-on-one in pass pro, and gets after it by playing through the whistle.
Corey Phillips Corey Phillips 5'8" | 165 lbs | RB Kaneland | 2022 State IL Kaneland Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 20
Mr. Phillips jumps from the watch list to the number 20 list, he’s an N/S runner that bursts past the 2nd level of defenders and has good body control. He reads blocks well, breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving, and plays through contact. Mr. Phillips can catch out of the backfield, gets upfield after securing the catch, and is elusive making defenders miss. He’s shifty and has playmaking abilities with his quick acceleration.
Justin Harris Justin Harris 6'0" | 185 lbs | ATH Lincoln Way West | 2022 State IL Lincoln-Way West Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 21
Mr. Harris breaks into the ranking to the number 21 spot, he gets it done on both sides of the ball for his team. He’s an N/S runner that breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving, is elusive making the first defender miss, and blows by 2nd level of defenders. Flipping to the other side of the ball he makes open-field tackles, has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, and attacks downhill. Mr. Harris gets it done at RB, CB, and S showcasing his versatility.
Tommy Ulatowski St Rita Twitter
Prev Rank: Unranked New Rank: 22
Mr. Ulatowski breaks into the ranking to the number 22 spot, he has a touch on the deep ball and puts the ball in the receiver’s basket. He makes level 1 2 & 3 throws, uses his pocket footwork to get the ball off under pressure, and extends plays by finding his man downfield. Mr. Ulatowski can throw on the run, can put zip on the ball, and can make throws outside the numbers.
Clayton Leonard Clayton Leonard 6'5" | 265 lbs | OL Iroquois West | 2022 State IL Iroquois West Twitter
Prev Rank: WL New Rank: 23
Mr. Leonard comes off the watch list jumping to the number 23 spot, he gets hands-on quickly and gets to 2nd level blocks. He creates running lanes when pulling, fires off the ball, and keeps his feet driving resulting in pancaking defenders. Mr. Leonard washes the d-line down, holds his own one-on-one in pass pro, and is quick for his size. He plays through the whistle and gets after it with his aggressive playstyle.
Connor Murphy Connor Murphy 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Glenbard South | 2022 State IL Glenbard South Twitter
Prev Rank: WL New Rank: 25
Mr. Murphy comes off the watch list jumping to the number 25 spot, he gets off blocks to make the tackle and fills gaps in run support. He gets pressure on the QB, has good use of hands at the point of attack, and gets in the backfield quickly. Mr. Murphy doesn’t give up on plays by taking pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield and he attacks with his aggressive playstyle.
These are 15 young men that had their stock rise from the previous rankings. They put in the hard work, developed their craft, and showcased what they can do during the spring season as well as at showcases/camps.
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