Five ’23 Prospects with Something to Prove

In this article, we’ll take a look at five prospects that could see their stocks rise during the 2022 season.  Included, a 5’10" CB who had 15 pass breakups last season, a big school athlete whose stock is starting to rise, and an offensive lineman who just moved to the Lone Star State. <em><strong>ATH Xavier Banks — 6’3" 180 / Wichita Falls Rider HS — @XavierBanks08</strong></em> Banks plays WR and OLB for the Raiders, and is quite the impressive athlete.  He flashes good explosive ability on the outside as a pass catcher, and definitely has a knack for the big play.  His smooth release enables him to beat cornerbacks when they’re in man coverage, and his above-average body control allows him to go up and make contested catches.  Since he has the speed, I could see a move to defensive back in his post-high school future. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15817649/61b0e60b3453b906ecba509c">Xavier Banks Junior Season - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>G Jabarie Hicks — 6’3″ 295 / Dallas Hillcrest HS — @Jabarie_Hicks</strong></em> Hicks recently moved to Dallas from the state of Michigan, where he was the starting right tackle as a junior.  He displays a good initial punch in the run game, solid footwork in pass protection, and overall, is the type of aggressive presence you want at the position.  I see him as a guard at the college level, and certainly think he has the tools to become a quality starter for a small college program. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16706514/6222c3b390eebc0d3cb0d4ad">Jabarie Hicks Junior Season - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>C Dannie Joseph — 6’1″ 260 / Spring Westfield HS — @DannieJoseph12</strong></em> The Mustangs of Class 6A Spring Westfield churn out great football talent year after year, and their starting center is one of those players.  A bit undersized, Joseph is a workhorse who should get more attention as his senior season moves along.  He has good range and is able to work his way to the second level with ease.  He’s a surefire future starter at the small school level. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14425579/61a956413df5110e5cc4f72d">Dannie Joseph Junior Season - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>WR Anthony Cathcart — 5’10" 175 / Spring Westfield HS — @AnthonyCathca10</strong></em> Junior Stats:  428 receiving yards, 6 touchdowns / 14 yards per reception Cathcart is a spark in the passing game for the Mustangs.  A primary target for class of ’22 Tulsa signee [player_tooltip player_id="60727" first="Cardell" last="Williams"], he’s as dangerous when he’s running routes as he is when his number is called on a jet sweep.  He’s got decent 4.49 speed, and that is on full display when in the open field.  Despite his small stature, is a very willing and capable blocker on the perimeter.  Small schools should definitely take a long, hard look at him this fall. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15273986/61baa8f532dcfe0930db4831">Anthony Cathcart Junior Season - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>CB Von Dawson — 5’10" 160 / Brook Hill HS — @VonDawson7</strong></em> Junior Stats:  15 PBU and 8 INT One of the top defensive backs in the state’s private school ranks, Dawson will look to build on a stellar junior season that saw him break up fifteen passes, intercept eight, and be named first team all-district.  He shows great anticipation and breaks on the ball extremely well, and delivers a lot of pop for a guy who weighs just 160 pounds.  Very intriguing option in the secondary for a small college looking for a difference-maker in 2023. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13024741/61930e409680f603f8b967fb">Von Dawson Junior Season - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp;