Five 2023 Playmakers to Check Out
In this article, we will take a look at five bonafide playmakers from around the state sure to make their way onto recruiting boards as the season gets underway. Included is a 6’1″ cornerback who needs more attention, a small…
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Continue ReadingIn this article, we will take a look at five bonafide playmakers from around the state sure to make their way onto recruiting boards as the season gets underway.
Included is a 6’1″ cornerback who needs more attention, a small town safety who will be turning some heads this fall, and an all-time receiving yards leader.
LB Andre Duke — 6’0″ 205 / Pearland HS — @Andre_Duke1
Duke is making the move to Pearland this season, after spending last year at Bellaire. He predominantly plays middle linebacker, but also lines up as a stand-up edge rusher from time to time. He plays hard, doesn’t take a snap off, and flashes good instincts in the run game. Would be a solid pickup for a smaller program.
Currently holds one Division 3 offer.
Andre Duke Junior Season – Hudl
CB James-William Smith — 6’1″ 180 / Plano West HS — @JWASGOAT
Smith is a long, athletic cornerback who flashes very nice ability in run support. He also does a nice job of getting his head around and locating the football on deep throws, and shows decent footwork and hip flexibility when locked in man coverage.
No offers currently, but has recently visited three Division 1 programs.
James-William Smith Junior Season – Hudl
FS Michael Soto — 6’2″ 180 / Gregory-Portland HS — @MichaelSoto_6
Soto is a physical safety who loves to fly downhill and deliver big hits from the strong safety position. He has the potential to be a pass coverage asset at the next level, as he possesses the speed, size, and ball skills to play free safety as well. Has the size to match up well against bigger receivers, and looks good at times when he’s playing center field. Excellent small school prospect.
Currently has no offers.
Michael Soto Junior Season – Hudl
ATH D’Andre Fillmore — 5’11″ 180 / Victoria West HS — @DandreFillmore6
Fillmore, the all-time leader in receiving yards for the Warriors, will look to cap off an amazing high school career this fall. Sitting at 1,699 currently, will easily eclipse the 2,000-yard mark before it is all said and done. Plays defensive back as well. A naturally fluid athlete, he is at his best when creating in the open field.
I don’t see any offers currently.
D’Andre Fillmore Junior Season – Hudl
LB Ty Justice — 6’0″ 215 / Dallas Hillcrest HS — @TyCJustice
Justice plays defensive end for the Panthers, but will have to make the transition to outside linebacker at the next level. He plays extremely hard, explodes off the ball very well, and has a nice array of countermoves to disengage and get in the backfield. Perfect prospect for a small program looking for a relentless, hard-nosed defensive playmaker for the 2023 recruiting class.
Currently has no offers.