Quince Orchard vs Paint Branch: 8 Players That Raised Their Stock
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Quince Orchard’s trip to Paint Branch was Montgomery County’s Game of the Week. Quince Orchard was able to pull off a 35-0 win. This game had talent all over the field. Players from both teams stood out. Samuel Jean-Baptiste HEIGHT…
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Continue ReadingQuince Orchard’s trip to Paint Branch was Montgomery County’s Game of the Week. Quince Orchard was able to pull off a 35-0 win. This game had talent all over the field. Players from both teams stood out.
Samuel Jean-Baptiste
Samuel Jean-Baptiste
Jean-Baptiste had a tall task. He came through. He did a great job of winning his blocks. He was able to turn defenders away from the play. He was able to get the snap on and get his hands on the defenders. He was strong both in one on one blocks and on double teams. He now has great tape against a very good defensive front.
Tavahari Groves
Tavahari Groves
Groves did it all Friday. He was used as a ball carrier. He was explosive with the ball and showed great speed. He even showed off impressive downfield blocking when he lined up wide. He also has very good receiver skills. Groves is a player that can hurt teams in a multitude of ways.
Harvey had another monster game. He was a beast in the run game. He was able to make multiple run stops in the backfield. He showed that he can beat blockers both inside and outside. His speed off the ball was on display. He also showed that he is a very good tackler. Harvey will continue to dominate this season.
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Savan Briggs
Savan Briggs
Briggs got to show off his talent Friday. He was a true dual threat. He made big plays on the ground with his feet. He also showed off his ability to make throws on the move. The most impressive part of his performance was his accuracy. He made some elite throws with very good ball placement. Briggs is a quarterback that can lead QO to states.
Mason Flowers
Mason Flowers
Flowers had big shoes to fill coming into this season. After watching this game it is safe to say he can surpass all expectations. He had a very solid game on the ground. He ran North-South and was able to pick up chunk yardage. He showed that he is very elusive in open space and was able to make guys miss. Flowers will put up big numbers this season.
Travon Jackson
Travon Jackson
Jackson showed great poise for such a young player. He was quick and decisive. He did a good job of taking what the defense gave him and getting rid of the ball quickly. He showed the ability to get out of the pocket, extend plays, and make throws on the move. Jackson has a very bright future ahead of him.
Johnson had a typical swiss army knife performance. He was making plays as a defender off the edge. He also showed off his receiving skills as he brought in a receiving touchdown. That is not all as he also returned a kickoff for a touchdown. Johnson can play at any position on the field and be productive.
Howard is continuing his dominance. He showed off how dynamic he is. He had a 50-yard touchdown run where he made multiple guys miss. He has the speed and elusiveness to make any play a home run. He likes to run hard which makes him even harder to deal with. Howard will continue to be a special talent.