Week 1 Top 10 Performances from Massachusetts
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On a weekly basis, we will preview our top 10 selected performances we are informed about within Massachusetts during the 2022 season. Many top performers are the primary targets Prep Redzone represents to colleges. The previews of these performances will…
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Continue ReadingOn a weekly basis, we will preview our top 10 selected performances we are informed about within Massachusetts during the 2022 season. Many top performers are the primary targets Prep Redzone represents to colleges. The previews of these performances will also include a short evaluation of the recruits’ talents and abilities as known by the regional scout. We will include game footage of all performances if it is available by publish date.
The senior (QB) played lights out on Friday night to lead his team to a 28-21 win with 4 total TDs (2 Pass, 2 Rush). “Osgood has a good arm that includes good velocity and accuracy in his throws. He can also beat you with his feet if the play breaks down. He has been timed at college camps running 4.4 40yrd. He will surely see additional college coaches showing interest during and after the season.
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2023 (RB) Michael Oates Michael Oates 5’7″ | 185 lbs | RB Xaverian HS | 2023 State NewE had a great opening week. The senior RB ran for 165 yards on 18 carries and finished with three touchdowns. He has speed and toughness when running the ball. A fierce competitor on and off the field that will be taking his talents to Uconn to play baseball after graduation.
Matt Turco Matt Turco 5’8″ | 140 lbs | ATH Brockton HS | 2023 NewE had himself a memorable defensive performance on Friday Night. He came up big for his team in key situations. The senior DB picked off three passes and also recovered a fumble while helping his team to victory. We saw his play in live action and he didn’t disappoint. Let’s just say he was an unknown recruit to some prior to the game and came out making a name for himself moving forward. In speaking with “”Turco,” he seems to have a chip on his shoulder this season and I wouldn’t be surprised that he repeated these type of performances moving through the season. He is an stock riser that will get some college attention during and after the season.
The 2024 RB/LB had himself a great night this weekend. At 6’0″ 200lbs he used his size and grit to run for 162 yards and three touchdowns and lead his team to victory. On offense “Rodrigueez” has a strong lower body that allows him to run through defenders. This past weekend, he was observed running through arm tackle attempts and finishing the run with positive yardage. He also did a good job running outside the perimeter, while cutting it up into the running off tackle lane. On defense he brings a heavy physical attack that can fill holes quickly. A solid tackler with no fear. With more production like this past weekend, he will likely grab attention of college coaches after this season that will include college camp invites.
Starting out with a boom this season, 2024 Casious Johnson Casious Johnson 6’0″ | 210 lbs | RB Plymouth South | 2024 NewE ran for 168 yards and three touchdowns to help his team win on Friday night. Johnson is a D1 prospect with a offer from Umass already in his hand. A healthy junior campaign will increase his recruitment interest as he is a special talent RB. His run style is physical and speedy. He will lower his shoulder to run through a defender if he has too. He has a high ceiling to where he lands after all said and done.
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Oh what a night “Blaise” had!!! Mack ran for 327 yards and five touchdowns to lead his team to victory. The senior was simply put “just unstoppable”. He showed durability and passion to run the football. He is a short framed ball carrier that can be tough to bring down. He has good vision to see the running lanes open and knows when to push for the extra yardage. Arm tackles just don’t work on this recruit. His strength is visible.
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“Murphy” had a incredible off season training progression we are being told. The results of his training were shown in the opening weekend for him. He completed 17-of-27 passes for 305 yards and two scores. He is definitely one we are keeping a close eye on this season. He is known as a sleeping giant with a high ceiling. He has received a Div 1 offer from Stonhill with many schools taking interest going into his senior season production. More schools will show interest during and after the season especially if he continues to produce like he did this past weekend.
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A bull style runner, “ Chad Silva Chad Silva 6’1″ | 210 lbs | RB Oliver Ames | 2023 NewE ” ran for 161 yards and two scores to lead his team into victory. He is 6’1″ 215lbs that will give a thump to any defender willing to try and tackle him. He uses his large frame very well. He can move or carry the pile for the extra yardage. He easily can run through any arm tackle attempts while using a solid stiff arm to keep defenders from taking him down. He does has college interest with more interest likely to come during and after the season.
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Flying under the radar for the most part this young man had an outstanding performance this weekend. Morales completed 8-of-10 passes for 212 yards and three touchdowns and also rushed for three scores to lead his team to victory. Morales uses his athleticism to do the things he needs to be successful. Playing QB he has a nice touch of accuracy that allows the receiver to not break strides in a long-ball attempt. He stands 6’3″ and also has a quick release. He will take off when things break down or when his running attack is needed. Also can play DB with his next level speed and lose hips. Projected to be recruited as a athlete moving forward. Look for schools to take additional interest after a successful senior season.
The 5’9″ qb is a Maryland Baseball committ who also has some gridiron skill value. On Fridays season opener, he went 12-19 on passing attempts while throwing for 228 yards and five touchdowns. Last season, he attended Austin Prep High School in Massachusetts. Driscoll is versatile and uses his athleticism to make plays. Has a nice touch accuracy when he throws the ball but also is shifty and speedy when things break down or his number is called to run the ball.