Tale of the Tape Part 9

As we continue to look at prospects to cover during the off season, be sure to submit for your chance to be  featured! https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneAL/status/1523672264226398214?s=20&amp;t=kUK1ub7rocTMfKFh0jPg8g <strong><u><span data-preserver-spaces="true">[player_tooltip player_id="131886" first="Jamal" last="Mayers"] 5’11 160 FS James Clemons 2023</span></u></strong> <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Mayers is an elite safety whose game can translate to the next level. His elite game speed allows him to be a ball hawk and cover ground like MLB centerfielder. Mayer showed elite ball skills by picking off five passes last season. In addition to his speed, Mayers understanding of play development allows him to move even faster when closing in on ball carriers, routes, and other plays. This instinctual style of play makes him a dominant force in both the pass and run game. As a run defender, Mayers plays with a high level of physicality and won’t back down at the moment of truth. He showed flashes of brilliance in man-to-man coverage and had enough skill to match up with tight ends and running backs.</span> https://twitter.com/Jamal1Mayers/status/1485642561255616521?s=20&amp;t=W8DIy7IVWihBh_emfp65gA <strong><u><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Kevin Hale 5’7 170 MLB Tanner High School 2024</span></u></strong> <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Hale is a downhill interior linebacker with an old-school approach to his game. Though he won’t wow you with athleticism, he can make plays by consistently being at the right place at the right time due to his IQ and recognition of opposing offenses’ tendencies. Hale does a great job of not taking false steps- enabling him to play faster than his listed 40 times. This also made him effective as a delayed blitzer/ rusher. Hale has a knack for disrupting with pressures and QB hits, forcing arrogant throws/ incompletions. As run stopper and rusher, he’s very physical at the point of attack and fights to get ball carriers to the ground. With another offseason to improve, look for Hale to have a solid junior campaign. </span> https://twitter.com/KC_14THS/status/1523854309267546113?s=20&amp;t=W8DIy7IVWihBh_emfp65gA &nbsp; <strong><u><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Karle Lacey 6’0 160 QB Saraland 2025</span></u></strong> <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Lacey is a dynamic QB with one of the state’s strongest arms regardless. Lacey’s rapid-fire releases and fluid mechanics enable him to push the ball downfield with accuracy and velocity consistently. He can also work the ball downfield on the run while making throws off the platform, which makes him a threat outside of the pocket when plays break down. As a runner, Lacey is efficient in option plays, shows nice speed in the open field, and keeps the defense honest with his ability to gain yards on the ground. With a powerful arm and superb mobility look for Lacey to climb up the ranks and put himself in elite QB conversations around the state. </span> https://twitter.com/kjlacey7/status/1523787518592032769?s=20&amp;t=W8DIy7IVWihBh_emfp65gA <strong><u><span data-preserver-spaces="true">KC Bradford 5’10 185 FS/SS/WR Pike 2023 </span></u></strong> <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Bradford is simply a football player and shows dexterity, skill level, and potential at every position he plays. As a receiver, his solid frame and lower body strength make him a RAC threat who can finish his receptions with authority and a couple of broken tackles. Shows great contact balance and solid burst when operating in the open field. As a safety, he plays with a sheriff mentality across the middle. Bradford displays solid range and ability to cover within a zone/ robber concept. </span> https://twitter.com/kc_bradford113/status/1523815074187644929?s=20&amp;t=W8DIy7IVWihBh_emfp65gA <u><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><b>Jaylen Knight 5’10 150 FS Foley 2025</b></span></u> <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Knight showed a solid foundation during his freshman year. He is willing to tackle and engage as an added defender in the run game. His fundamentals are intact, and he always seems to be able to break down and make hits in the open field. Knight also has a high motor and doesn’t give up on plays. He stays the course rather he’s beat or in position and always seems to give his all every rep. Shows promise as a cover safety with an ability to play through the hands, drive through ball carriers, and stay in phase while mirroring receivers and tight ends. </span> https://twitter.com/Jaylen_42/status/1523768986697011216?s=20&amp;t=W8DIy7IVWihBh_emfp65gA &nbsp;