Emerging Linebackers to Watch in 2021
Today we’re going to spotlight some linebackers that have started fast this season. There are some good prospects that should all be getting looks for the next level. Prep Redzone Florida will always promote everybody in hopes of them getting…
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Continue ReadingToday we’re going to spotlight some linebackers that have started fast this season. There are some good prospects that should all be getting looks for the next level. Prep Redzone Florida will always promote everybody in hopes of them getting the opportunity of playing college football at the next level.
Tracker Thomaston- Freeport High c/o 23
5’11 175lbs
Thomaston has really shot out of the gates this season for Freeport. Through four games he’s currently second in the state in tackles with 62. He’s also chipped in with 8 tackles for loss and 2 sacks while averaging over 15 tackles per game! He’s an undersized linebacker but has strength (315lbs squat), he makes up for his lack of size with instincts and anticipation. Could possibly move to safety at the next.
Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/15063152/Tracker-Thomaston
Jordan Novomestky- Springstead High
5’9 200lbs
Novomestky has been outstanding through the first four games for Springstead High. He has 58 tackles and 11 tackles for loss. He had a 23 tackle game against Nature Coast earlier this season. He currently averages over 14 tackles per game. Keys and diagnosis quickly, plays downhill, can fight off blocks and get to the ball-carrier. Solid tackler.
Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/11553749/Jordan-Novomestky
Josh Carpenter- Panama City Bozeman High c/o 23
6’2 175lbs
Josh Carpenter is a do it all player that excels on both sides of the ball for Bozeman High. On defense he’s registered 58 tackles, 1 int, and 1 forced fumble. He’s also chipped in on the offensive side of the ball with 10 catches for 167 yards and 1 touchdown. Versatile athlete that can play on either side of the ball at the next level. As a linebacker he shows sideline-to-sideline range and definitely has enough speed and acceleration to play defensive back at the next level. Some coaches may like him better as an offensive Prospect.
Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/13272002/Josh-Carpenter
Ben Bogle- Ponte Vedra Nease High
6’2 225lbs
Bogle is a very good prospect from Nease High in Ponte Vedra. He’s currently sixth in the state through four games with 57 tackles, 12 tackles for loss and 3 sacks. He’s averaging over 14 tackles per game. Has very good size and is very good athlete, shows the ability to play in the box or flex outside into the slot, extremely aggressive and physical, packs a wallop when he hits ball carriers, shows excellent acceleration and burst to the ball and consistently plays downhill. Shows outstanding instincts and attacks the gaps. One of the best linebackers I’ve seen on film this season.