Prep Redzone Illinois 1A All State: Offensive Edition

The season is over and we're back at it with the All-State Awards for 8A-1A to highlight these student-athletes accomplishments this season. It was a grueling 9 Week Regular Season and one heck of a road to IHSA State for those that made the playoffs. After reviewing the film of the Top 40 teams in the class of 1A, we're diving into the 1A All-State Offensive Edition. Without further ado, let's dive into it. <hr /> 1st Team QB [player_tooltip player_id="155053" first="Easten" last="Schisler"] 5'10 150 22' Abingdon-Avon <a href="https://twitter.com/EastenSchisler">Twitter </a> Mr. Schisler can get the ball out quickly when running RPOs and runs the option showcasing his mobility as his legs are a legit threat to the defense. When working in platform, he can get the ball off under pressure and make level three throws where he adds a touch on the deep ball. When scrambling, he weaves in and out of defenders while he changes his gears quickly. He can burst through the line of scrimmage and uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner where he isn't afraid to lower his shoulder. If the play breaks down, he can make something out of nothing by pulling the ball down to scramble to keep the chains moving. QB Carson Hoffard 6'2 175 23' Sesser-Valier Mr. Hoffard gets the ball off under pressure and makes level 3 throws adding a touch on the deep ball when working in platform. When working out of platform, he can escape pocket pressure and finds his man downfield to keep the chains moving. This goes hand in hand with his ability to extend plays as he keeps his eyes downfield once he's flushed out of the pocket and can pull the ball down to scramble if nothing is open downfield. He runs the option as his legs are a legit threat to the defense giving us a chance to see his ability to change gears quickly. RB [player_tooltip player_id="20869" first="Aidan" last="Laughery"] 5'11 186 22' Gibson City <a href="https://twitter.com/AidanLaughery">Twitter </a> Mr. Laughery has the vision to find running lanes quickly between the tackles where he bursts through the line of scrimmage and has that next level gear to outrun pursuit angles as well as blow by 2nd level defenders. He uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner and finds cutback lanes showcasing his good change of direction as he plants his foot into the ground and goes quickly. This young man keeps his feet driving fighting for extra yards, once he's in open space he weaves in and out of defenders. In the return game, he gets vertical quickly to get into the endzone for touchdowns. RB [player_tooltip player_id="264087" first="Rahmareon" last="Roby"] 5'10 165 22' Lena Winslow <a href="https://twitter.com/mareyroby43">Twitter </a> Mr. Roby has the vision to find running lanes quickly between the tackles as he burst through the line of scrimmage and has that next level gear to outrun pursuit angels as well as blow by 2nd level defenders. He uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner and utilizes quick cuts to make defenders miss in open space as well as hit cutback lanes. This young man maintains a low center of gravity as he keeps his feet driving breaking weak arm tackles in the process as well as weaving in and out of defenders in open space. RB Matthew Beltran 6'1 180 22' Forreston <a href="https://twitter.com/matthewsbeltran">Twitter</a> Mr. Beltran is a wingback that has the vision to find running lanes quickly between the tackles as he burst through the line of scrimmage and showcases his next level gear by outrunning pursuit angles as well as blowing by 2nd level defenders. He isn't afraid to lower his shoulder to play through contact and can catch out of the backfield on play action deep shots downfield. In the return game, he gets vertical as he changes his gears quickly to get into the endzone for a punt return touchdown. WR [player_tooltip player_id="155255" first="Kyle" last="Leonard"] 6'2 185 22' Carrollton <a href="https://twitter.com/kylexleonard">Twitter</a> Mr. Leonard can line up both outside and in the slot, both of which he's quick off the line of scrimmage which he uses to stack the defender before breaking him off at the top of the route creating separation on the play. He attacks the ball at the highest point coming away with contested catches, can make the catch in traffic, and utilizes a toe tap to secure sideline grabs. This young man goes up for 50/50 balls and finds the soft spot in zone coverage where he'll sit to become an outlet for his quarterback. WR [player_tooltip player_id="264158" first="Tyreke" last="Fortney"] 5'9 155 22' St. Bede <a href="https://twitter.com/tyreke_fortney">Twitter </a> Mr. Fortney can line up both outside and in the slot, both of which he attacks the ball at the highest point o come away with the contested catch. He's quick off the line of scrimmage giving him a step advantage on the defender which he uses to stack and break the defender off at the top of the route creating separation on the play and he can win over the top with his speed. When running jet sweeps, he uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner as he changes his gears quickly and upon securing the catch he gets vertical. WR [player_tooltip player_id="155243" first="Trey" last="Beebe"] 6'0 175 22' Aurora Christian <a href="https://twitter.com/BeebeTrey">Twitter </a> Mr. Beebe can line up both outside and in the slot, both of which he can win over the top understanding as well as utilizing leverage. This young man can make the catch in traffic and uses a toe tap to secure sideline grabs. He runs a good double move which allows him to win over the top securing touchdowns and upon securing the catch he gets vertical. In terms of his route running, he gets in and out of his breaks well creating separation on the play and finds the soft spot in zone coverage where he'll sit to become an outlet for his quarterback. OL [player_tooltip player_id="20907" first="Clayton" last="Leonard"] 6'5 270 22' Iroquois West <a href="https://twitter.com/ClaytonLeonar16">Twitter </a> Mr. Leonard fires off the ball latching on quickly as he washes the defensive lineman down and gets to 2nd level blocks cutting off linebacker flow. He showcases his power by driving the defensive lineman back 5+ yards downfield and finishes by keeping his feet driving through the whistle. When pulling, he's quick out of his stance to kickout the defensive end as well as trap the defensive tackle. In pass protection, he uses his lateral movement to patiently await the rushing defensive lineman to get within arms length before latching on. OL [player_tooltip player_id="155285" first="Caiden" last="Miller"] 22' Arcole Mr. Miller gets to 2nd level blocks cutting off linebacker flow and washes the defensive lineman down, this all happens by him firing off the ball latching on quickly. He showcases his power by driving the defensive lineman back 5+ yards downfield through the whistle. In pass protection, he patiently awaits the rushing defensive lineman to get within arms length before latching on. OL [player_tooltip player_id="155276" first="Nathan" last="Henry"] 6'2 275 22' Aurora Christian <a href="https://twitter.com/Nathan_Henry65">Twitter </a> Mr. Henry fires off the ball latching on quickly as he washes the defensive lineman down and gets to 2nd level blocks cutting off linebacker flow. When he blocks in open space he picks up the defensive back playing the alley and at times can seal the outside linebacker. His power is showcased as he drives the defensive lineman back 5+ yards downfield through the whistle. In pass protection, he uses his lateral movement to patiently await the rushing defensive lineman to get within arms length before getting hands inside and latching on. 2nd Team QB [player_tooltip player_id="157713" first="Alex" last="Graham"] 5'10 170 23' Marquette <a href="https://twitter.com/AlexGra04920206">Twitter </a> Mr. Graham can get the ball out quickly when running RPOs and navigates the pocket well where he can step up as well as escape by feeling the pocket pressure. When working in platform, he gets the ball off under pressure where he can make level 3 throws as he'll add a touch on the deep ball and sells play action well. When working out of platform, he escapes pocket pressure and delivers a strike downfield with his upper/lower half working in unison. QB [player_tooltip player_id="263935" first="Grant" last="Pohlman"] 6'2 200 22' Carrollton <a href="https://twitter.com/GrantPohlman">Twitter</a> Mr. Pohlman is mobile as his legs are a legit threat to the defense, this is seen with him running QB design runs as well as running the option. Both of which he weaves in and out of defenders in open space and if nothing is open downfield he can pull the ball down to scramble. When working in platform, he gets the ball off under pressure and adds a touch on the deep ball. This young man adds easy velocity across all three level throws (level 1, level 2, and level 3). RB [player_tooltip player_id="264088" first="Jake" last="Slaughter"] 5'8 180 22' Central Catholic <a href="https://twitter.com/_JakeSlaughter_">Twitter </a> Mr. Slaughter has the vision to find running lanes quickly between the tackles as he bursts through the line of scrimmage and uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner. Once he clears the first level, we get to see his next level gear as he can outrun pursuit angles and blow by 2nd level defenders where he can make defenders miss with his quick cuts showcasing his elusiveness. At times, he'll run jet sweeps out of the slot to further showcase his ability to turn the corner with his lateral quickness. In the return game, he weaves in and out of defenders to get into the endzone for a touchdown. RB Ja'Kyan Shaklin 6'0 165 22' Athens <a href="https://twitter.com/__js1k">Twitter </a> Mr. Shaklin uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner and burst through the line of scrimmage after he uses his vision to find running lanes quickly between the tackles. He finds cutback lanes and once he does he uses a quick cut to hit them where he'll fight for extra yards and plays through contact. This young man maintains a low center of gravity as he keeps his feet driving breaking weak arm tackles in the process. In the return game, he weaves in and out of defenders as he changes his gears quickly to either set his team up in good starting field position as well as returning them for touchdowns. RB Kevon Tilman 5'8 170 22' Lutheran Mr. Tilman has the vision to find running lanes quickly between the tackles and once he does he bursts through the line of scrimmage. He has a good change of direction where he will plant his foot and go. This is seen when he reverses field as well as when he weaves in and out of defenders in open space. Once in open space, he showcases his elusiveness by making the first defender miss. In the return game, he gets vertical as he changes gears quickly returning them for touchdowns as well as setting his team up in good starting field position. WR [player_tooltip player_id="155257" first="Brady" last="Schemehorn"] 6'3 180 22' Galena <a href="https://twitter.com/BSchemehorn">Twitter</a> Mr. Schemehorn lines up both outside and inside as a receiver where he attacks the ball at the highest point to come away with contested catches as well as make the catch in traffic. Upon securing the catch, he gets vertical and runs jet sweeps out of the slot where he uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner. During the QB scramble drill, he does a good job creating separation to become an outlet for his quarterback downfield keeping the chains moving. WR Ryan Williams 6'1 175 24'Chicago Hope Academy Mr. Williams is a slot receiver that runs jet sweeps and uses his lateral quickness to turn the corner. once he does, we get an insight into his next level gear as he outruns pursuit angles and blows by 2nd level defenders. He's quick off the line of scrimmage which he uses to stack defenders before breaking him off at the top of the route creating separation on the play. In the return game, he gets vertical as he changes his gears quickly coming away with touchdowns. OL [player_tooltip player_id="136110" first="Cannon" last="Leonard"] 6'9 265 23' Iroquois West <a href="https://twitter.com/CannonLeonard1">Twitter</a> Mr. Leonard gets to 2nd level blocks cutting off linebacker flow and washes the defensive lineman down. When pulling, he's quick out of his stance as he kicks out the defensive end. In pass protection, he uses his lateral movement to patiently await the rushing defensive lineman to get within arms length before getting hands inside and latching on. OL Ryan Heersink 6'1 260 22' St. Bede <a href="https://twitter.com/HeersinkRylan">Twitter </a> Mr. Heersink showcases his power by driving the defensive lineman back 5+ yards downfield as he finishes plays by keeping his feet driving through the whistle. He washes the defensive lineman down and gets to 2nd level blocks cutting off linebacker flow. In pass protection, he uses his lateral movement to patiently await the rushing defensive lineman to get within arms length before getting hands inside and latching on. OL Deondre Reinhart 6'3 280 22' Villa Grove <a href="https://twitter.com/DeandreReinhar2">Twitter </a> Mr. Reinhart is quick out of his stance when pulling as he kicks out the defensive end and picks up the defensive back playing the alley. He can wash the defensive lineman down and get to 2nd level blocks cutting off linebacker flow. This young man showcases his power by driving the defensive lineman back 5+ yards downfield as he finishes plays by keeping his feet driving. Honorable Mention QB Max Bray 24' Aurora Christian <a href="https://twitter.com/MaxBray10093695">Twitter</a> QB Nick Manzo 6'0 165 22' Illini West <a href="https://twitter.com/nickmanzo8">Twitter</a> RB Trystyn Schacht 5'8 200 23' Iroquois West <a href="https://twitter.com/trystyn_idub">Twitter </a> RB Drake DeJaynes 5'9 180 22' Abingdon-Avon RB Tanner Spencer 6'1 185 22' Rushville-Industry WR Marshun Mckinley 5'8 140 22' Raby <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcshunM">Twitter </a> WR Jonas Petty 5'10 155 22' Pittsfield OL Mason Hootman 22' United <a href="https://twitter.com/hootman_mason">Twitter</a> OL Jace Pankey 6'3 260 24' Iroquois West <a href="https://twitter.com/JacePankey">Twitter </a> <hr /> Be sure to follow <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZJordan">@PRZJordan</a> regarding news & information for Illinois High School Football as well as <a href="https://twitter.com/prepredzoneIL">@PrepRedzoneIL</a>. Want to be ranked? 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