Stock Up Week 5: Offense

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week five was electric, with multiple offenses finding the endzone numerous times. There were plenty of big games and big-time performances by some of the top players in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='406873' first='Jackson' last='Brousseau'] || QB || 6'5 || 215 || Lehi High School || 2023</strong><br>The Pioneers trailed 24-0 halfway through the third quarter, but in the third quarter, Brousseau took over. The 6'5 quarterback led Lehi to a 25-point second half allowing them to get the upset victory over 6A powerhouse Corner Canyon. Brousseau displayed excellent pocket awareness, constantly relocating to avoid pressure while still keeping his eyes down field. He has exceptional downfield accuracy and can fit balls in tight windows. In addition, Brosseau has a great arm that allows him to put good zip on each of his throws. One of the top quarterbacks in the state continues to devastate defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Chris Cook || RB || 5'10 || 190 || Wasatch High School || 2023 </strong><br>Cook exploded for over 150 yards and five touchdowns in the Wasps' big win over Salem Hills 63-26. The 5'10 back shines in both the run and pass games, making him an elite weapon in the Wasps' offense. As one of the shiftiest players in the state, Cook breaks ankle after ankle in the open field. Cook is a patient runner who often gets to the edge when he bounces runs to the outside. He embraces contact and always gains yards every time he touches the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Walker Deede || TE || 6'3 || 210 || Springville High School || 2023</strong><br>Deede had his best game of the season vs. Spanish Fork, going for over 125 receiving yards and finding the end zone three times. The 6'3 tight end is one of the state's biggest targets, and 50/50 balls are more like 80/20 when he's involved. Deede possesses strong hands and a big frame allowing him to shield off defenders and haul in catches. He also utilizes his strength to shake off tackles and rack up yards after contact. Deede has a great connection with his quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='406866' first='Ryder' last='Burton'] and does an excellent job relocating when plays break down. He also displays good athleticism and speed for his size, making him a true mismatch nightmare.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Havea Fotu || RB || 5'7 || 180 || Bingham High School || 2023</strong><br>Fotu led the Miners to a huge win over the 4-0 American Fork Cavemen. With his elite vision and decision-making, the 5'7 back shined between the tackles, allowing him to gain yard after yard. Fotu runs incredibly hard, and while he may not be the biggest back in the state, he hits like one of them. He has elite agility that allows him to keep his balance when being hit. Fotu also possesses good acceleration once he hits the hole. Bingham runs the ball nearly every play, and no matter how many carries Fotu gets per game, he never wares down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->