Mansfield Timberview: Underrated ’23s

The Wolves of Mansfield Timberview are loaded with playmaking talent on both sides of the ball heading into the 2022 season.  Included in this article is a 6’6" offensive tackle that plays opposite [player_tooltip player_id="131977" first="Andre" last="Cojoe"], a short but shifty, big play running back, and a hard-nosed fullback -- yes, there are still a few of them around. <em><strong>OT Bami Badusi – 6’6" 300 / @BamiDeleBadusi1</strong></em> Badusi improved tremendously from his junior season.  The spring ball tape linked below will show you just how much.  Plays hungry and with a chip on his shoulder.  Punishing run blocker who can also pull very well and carve out a path in open space.  Doesn’t get the attention he deserves, since he plays opposite the well-known [player_tooltip player_id="131977" first="Andre" last="Cojoe"].  But make no mistake about it - Badusi is a big-time prospect. Has an FCS offer from Prairie View A&amp;M. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16282554/627e56ecda5b000b8c76d04e">Bami Badusi Spring Ball - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>CB James Ozolua – 6’0" 170 / @Ozzzolua</strong></em> Ozolua is an enforcer outside the numbers who excels at perimeter run defense and on special teams.  Against the pass, the spring ball tape below will show you that he can flip his hips and run with just about anyone.  Very strong eye discipline, and he’s physical enough to fight through blocks so he can make plays in the flat.  Doesn’t take any plays off, and would be a nice addition to your DB room in 2023. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16282576/627dc39bbd6ac109bc94457c">James Ozolua Spring Ball - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>WR Savion McKinnon – 6’3″ 175</strong></em><em><strong> / @SupremeSavion13</strong></em> McKinnon is a speed burner who recently clocked a 21.7 in the 200m at the Regional track meet.  This speed is on full display on Friday nights, as he is able to burn corners on vertical routes.  He’s not just a vertical threat either - he can spin out of tackles on short hitches and make defenses pay.  Nice size, and projects as a Y receiver at the next level. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13338344/61a2d722066ba108084ead58">Savion McKinnon Junior Year - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>FB/H-Back Kyan Crim – 6’1″ 230 / @Kyan_Crim</strong></em> H-Backs are starting to work their way back into offenses more and more, and Crim is definitely one to keep an eye on this season.  Show a lot of promise as a lead blocker when he’s lined up at fullback, and also when he’s at tight end.  Reliable pass-catcher when flaring out into the flat as well.  While he won’t be a statistical standout as an H-Back, he shows that he understands angles well, and he routinely puts himself in a position to pave the way for his running back. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13129889/61a5162123475106584321ac">Kyan Crim Junior Season - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>RB Derrion Hill Jr. – 5’8″ 175</strong></em><em><strong> / @JrDerrion</strong></em> Junior Stats:  639 yards and 7 touchdowns Hill will split time in the backfield with another talented senior, so that limits the number of touches he gets, but he certainly makes the most of them.  Averaged 7.5 yards per carry as a junior.  He’s a shifty runner who can make guys miss in the flat as a pass-catcher as well.  If you’re in the market for a game changing change-of-pace back, one that doesn’t already have a lot of miles on him, take a hard look at Derrion Hill. <strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13215510/6165177b5eec2c06fcb6c499">Derrion Hill Junior Season - Hudl</a></strong> &nbsp;