Sleepers of 2023
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The DMV is full of spectacular athletes with lots of potential. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top sleeper candidates for the upcoming Fall season. 2023 6’1 190 WR Avery Jones-Allen Avery Jones-Allen 6'1" | 190…
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Continue ReadingThe DMV is full of spectacular athletes with lots of potential. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top sleeper candidates for the upcoming Fall season.
2023 6’1 190 WR Avery Jones-Allen Avery Jones-Allen 6'1" | 190 lbs | WR St. Frances | 2024 MD – Gilman
Avery Jones-Allen Avery Jones-Allen 6'1" | 190 lbs | WR St. Frances | 2024 MD will be the #1 receiver for Gilman once the season commences and also as it progresses. Jones-Allen is utilized as a backfield option as well, especially on trick plays, which really highlights his incredible speed. He’s a spectacular blocker and he’s never afraid to get involved in plays that were not designed for him. Avery Jones-Allen Avery Jones-Allen 6'1" | 190 lbs | WR St. Frances | 2024 MD is absolutely a collegiate caliber receiver and he’s a prime sleeper for a breakout season this Fall.
2023 6’2 190 DB Mitchell Garner Mitchell Garner 6'3" | 205 lbs | LB St. Vincent Pallotti | 2023 State MD – DeMatha
Mitchell Garner Mitchell Garner 6'3" | 205 lbs | LB St. Vincent Pallotti | 2023 State MD is already one of the best tackling defensive backs in the state right now and his coverage abilities are only getting better. His speed and lateral quickness have also steadily improved which means Garner will be on the field a lot this upcoming season for the Stags. Mitchell Garner Mitchell Garner 6'3" | 205 lbs | LB St. Vincent Pallotti | 2023 State MD rounds out DeMatha’s impeccable defense, and when that defense is put in tandem with the Stags’ formidable offense during game time then it’s going to be nearly impossible to beat them this season. Mitchell Garner Mitchell Garner 6'3" | 205 lbs | LB St. Vincent Pallotti | 2023 State MD will no doubt be a huge part of their success as he continues to supplant his D1 status.
2023 5’10 190 RB Bryce Cox Bryce Cox 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB Mount Saint Joseph | 2023 State MD – Mount Saint Joseph
Bryce Cox Bryce Cox 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB Mount Saint Joseph | 2023 State MD is an incredibly intelligent running back with a zero quit attitude. He doesn’t possess blistering speed or quickness, but what he lacks in those departments he more than makes up for with his yards after contact and situational awareness. Bryce Cox Bryce Cox 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB Mount Saint Joseph | 2023 State MD will do whatever it takes to get into the end zone and his leadership is infectious. Mount Saint Joseph is set to have a big year this Fall and there’s no question that their star running back, Bryce Cox Bryce Cox 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB Mount Saint Joseph | 2023 State MD , will be leading the charge for the Gaels.
2023 6’0 180 DB Tawfiq Byard Tawfiq Byard 6'0" | 190 lbs | DB DeMatha | 2023 State MD – DeMatha
If you’re looking for a quintessential defensive back with unbelievable potential at free safety then look no further than Tawfiq Byard Tawfiq Byard 6'0" | 190 lbs | DB DeMatha | 2023 State MD . Byard is incredibly agile and can run backwards as fast as he can run forwards. It’s extremely rare to see him get beaten off of the line of scrimmage for a pass, and he also possesses an incredible eye for scoping out the run. Tawfiq Byard Tawfiq Byard 6'0" | 190 lbs | DB DeMatha | 2023 State MD will continue to impress in the secondary this upcoming season and he will certainly add lots of voltage to DeMatha’s already highly electric defense in 2021. He is without question a D1 prospect.
2023 6’0 190 QB Noah Brannock Noah Brannock 6'0" | 200 lbs | QB Calvert Hall | 2023 State MD – Calvert Hall
Calvert Hall football is quietly set to make a big run this year and the primary reason for that is their quarterback Noah Brannock Noah Brannock 6'0" | 200 lbs | QB Calvert Hall | 2023 State MD . Brannock is incredibly poised in the pocket and he possesses the innate ability of protecting the football. He’s more athletic than most scouts have given him credit for and he will most certainly prove that when he’s scrambling for first down this upcoming season. It’s an undeniable fact that Noah Brannock Noah Brannock 6'0" | 200 lbs | QB Calvert Hall | 2023 State MD throws a great ball with a tight spiral, and he has a high football IQ. The future is bright for Calvert Hall and their starting quarterback and now is their time to prove it.