All – Lincoln Team: Offense
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There is a lot of talent coming out of the Lincoln area this year with many teams looking at their respective state crown. Teams like Lincoln Southwest, Lincoln Northeast, and Lincoln East seem to be the top teams in the…
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Continue ReadingThere is a lot of talent coming out of the Lincoln area this year with many teams looking at their respective state crown. Teams like Lincoln Southwest, Lincoln Northeast, and Lincoln East seem to be the top teams in the city, there is a lot to like about teams like North Star, Lincoln High, Pius and several other schools in the area. This article highlights what would be an All- Lincoln starting lineup along with honorable mentions (too much talent not to share a few more):
Quarterback:
Noah Walters Noah Walters 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Lincoln East | 2022 State NE , 6’1” 190 lbs – Lincoln East
Noah Walters Noah Walters 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Lincoln East | 2022 State NE might not just be the top QB in Lincoln but could be QB1 in the state before the year is over. He has all the arm talent and maturity to really unleash on defenses in his senior year. There will be no shortage of weapons to choose from for Walters, with Cooper Erikson Cooper Erikson 6'4" | 215 lbs | WR Lincoln East | 2022 State NE , Luke Greisen Luke Greisen 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH Lincoln East | 2022 State NE , and the emerging Malachi Coleman Malachi Coleman 6'5" | 195 lbs | WR Lincoln East | 2023 State NE all waiting to take this offense to the next level. As I have mentioned before, Walters is a QB that will see the offers come in as soon as he gets more game tape that coaches are waiting to see.
Good stuff from Lincoln East's Noah Walters (@noah_walters12), one of the top in-state QBs, last night at FNL.
He had a strong hat game (Elite 11) while showing off his accuracy. #nebpreps pic.twitter.com/rfxqp4eZGe
— Steve Marik (@Steve_Marik) June 19, 2021
Runningback:
Max Buettenback, 6’1” 195 lbs – Lincoln Southeast
Buettenback is an interesting C/O ’23 prospect. A talented baseball prospect, he has already committed to the Huskers to play for their baseball program. Nonetheless, his football potential isn’t going to stop colleges from trying to flip the Southeast back. He is a tough runner that will take it and keep rushing it down your throat until the defense is worn. Buettenback is tough to bring down and has great awareness of where the running lanes will open up. Keep an eye out for the Knights back to supplant himself as one of the top RB/LB prospects in ’23.
Here is a nice run from @SoutheastFB’s Max Buettenback @M_Buette. pic.twitter.com/NepdNy3Qny
— Mike Sautter (@MikeSautter_) June 15, 2021
Wide Receivers:
Beni Ngoyi Beni Ngoyi 6'4" | 195 lbs | ATH Lincoln High | 2023 State NE , 6’4 180 lbs – Lincoln High
Super long, super-fast, and great range, Ngoyi is a wideout prospect that will be making some big-time plays this year. Ngoyi might be the brightest star on a young, emerging Lincoln High team that has continued to develop nicely and should have great chemistry. The Lott-Buzby to Ngoyi connection is going to be strong after an off-season of working out. He definitely has all the physical traits and the intangibles to separate himself as the top ’23 wideout.
Beni Ngoyi is going to be fun to watch this fall. The Lincoln High junior-to-be was one of the most impressive performers at tonight's Friday Night Lights camp inside Memorial Stadium. pic.twitter.com/S4T6ElaBMH
— Kevin Sjuts (@kevinsjuts) June 5, 2021
Cooper Erikson Cooper Erikson 6'4" | 215 lbs | WR Lincoln East | 2022 State NE , 6’4″ 215 lbs – Lincoln East
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Erikson, another baseball prospect (Wofford commit), is also a menace on the football field. Part of a talented WR trio at Lincoln East, he is the returning receiving yards leader and should build on last year’s numbers. It also helps to have Noah Walters Noah Walters 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Lincoln East | 2022 State NE at QB; the two players share great chemistry and have great football IQ. Erikson capitalizes on open space, and his atheltcism to make defenses pay. This offense is going to be electric.
I am extremely excited to announce my commitment to further my academic and baseball career at @WoffordBaseball. I would like to thank God, my family, coaches, and teammates. Without you guys I wouldn’t have become the player I am today. #hardwork>#hype #committed pic.twitter.com/WE0UrcuSkZ
— Cooper Erikson (@coopererikson16) June 23, 2021
Tight End:
Matthew Rink Matthew Rink 6'5" | 230 lbs | TE Lincoln Southwest | 2022 State NE , 6’5” 230 lbs -Lincoln Southwest
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At 6’5″ and 230 pounds, Matthew is bound to create some matchup nightmares as a TE. He should see more touches coming his way as he has developed as a pass catcher. The part of his game that coaches will love is his ability to block. Rink does an exceptional job in the running game where he open lanes and moves very well with the O-Line to work as a cohesive unit. He his very versatile as a two-way player and uses his unique skillset to excel in both.
Offensive Lineman:
Tackles
Gunnar Gottula, 6’6” 270 lbs – Lincoln Southeast
Gunnar is a beast at OT, and the Nebraska Huskers certainly agree, securing his commitment going into his junior season. As a sophomore, he showed great poise and polish in his game, especially playing for a very competitive Lincoln Southeast squad. He has all the tools you look for in a tackle prospect; he has strength, agility, lateral quickness, excellent technique, and a high football IQ. He is going to be really fun to watch in the next few years.
COMMITTED. #GBR 🌽🔴 pic.twitter.com/HmhuE34yct
— Gunnar Gottula (@GottulaGunnar) June 26, 2021
Jack L’ Heureux Jack L’ Heureux 6'5" | 245 lbs | OL Lincoln Lutheran | 2022 State NE , 6’5” 245 lbs – Lincoln Lutheran
Jack is the definition of a trench warrior, playing both DL and OL. The Lincoln Lutheran starting tackle is a very smart player using power and technique to open lanes and protect the pocket. He does an excellent job sealing the edge and provided space for backs to run behind him. Even with his height, he plays with a low center of gravity and can maintain leverage, often standing up the player he’s blocking. Jack is going to be an integral part of the Lincoln Lutheran DL/OL.
https://twitter.com/lheureux_jack/status/1413648382187421702?s=20
Guards
GeGe Crayton GeGe Crayton 6'1" | 265 lbs | DL Lincoln East | 2022 State NE , 6’1” 265 lbs – Lincoln East
GeGe will be pivotal for the Lincoln East trenches since he plays both sides of the ball very well. As a guard on offense, he provides stability to the interior line and will be even more experienced this year. Crayton is very strong and is able to get great push at the snap of the ball. He finishes his blocks and plays with a high-motor that brings an extra level of intensity to the East trenches.
Damerian Williams, 5’9” 300 lbs – Lincoln Northeast
Damerian is a very underrated prospect in my eyes. Although people wouldn’t be so sold on his height, he is a TOUGH man to move. Low center of gravity, size, and a chip on his shoulder is a scary mix for any NG,DT lining up against Williams. An offseason of training and continued development should work in Williams’ favor as he looks to continue making a name for himself on the recruiting trail.
Center
Cooper Tracy Cooper Tracy 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL Lincoln Southeast | 2022 State NE , 6’3” 290 lbs – Lincoln Southeast
The Lincoln Southeast o-line is going to be a force next year with several players likely to suit up on Saturdays after their prep careers. Cooper’s recent commitment to Minnesota State University will definitely be one of those players. He is a player that has continued to work hard to develop into a top interior lineman prospect.
COMMITTED🟡🟣#ROLLHERD @JimGlogowski @hoffner_todd @CoachHenning75 pic.twitter.com/dkWaQpYWdI
— Cooper Tracy (@coopertracy6) August 4, 2021
Honorable Mentions:
RB Xavier Gary Xavier Gary 5'8" | 170 lbs | RB Lincoln Northeast | 2022 NE – Lincoln Northeast
QB Ja Reese Lott-Buzby – Lincoln High
RB Cal Newell – Lincoln Southwest
WR Jace Elliott Jace Elliott 6'2" | 185 lbs | WR Lincoln North Star | 2022 State NE – Lincoln North Star
OL Owen Anthony Owen Anthony 6'0" | 260 lbs | OL Lincoln Southeast | 2022 State NE – Lincoln Southeast
ATH Adonis Hutchinson – Lincoln High
WR Luke Greisen Luke Greisen 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH Lincoln East | 2022 State NE – Lincoln East
OL Hanan Young – Lincoln Northeast
OT Taylor Wieczorek Taylor Wieczorek 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL Lincoln | 2022 State NE – Lincoln High
RB Hunter Epp Hunter Epp 5'9" | 175 lbs | DB Lincoln East | 2022 State NE – Lincoln East
WR Keyshon Buckman – Lincoln High