Got Range: Sophomore Tight-Ends/Wide Receivers on the rise…
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In this report we preview five Tight-Ends/Wide Receivers that could see college interest begin or increase this spring and summer camp season. These recruits have above-average size with solid hands at the early stages. After reviewing their film, all are…
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Continue ReadingIn this report we preview five Tight-Ends/Wide Receivers that could see college interest begin or increase this spring and summer camp season. These recruits have above-average size with solid hands at the early stages. After reviewing their film, all are very worthy of knowing and will likely be college names in the future.
CJ Copper is listed as an athlete recruit with us. His athletic ability combined with his long range and height allow him to be versatile and play various skill positions of need for any team. “Cooper” attends Bonny Eagle High School in Maine.
He has an athletic frame with length, and time to continue growing. He displays good body control and balance. He can make the difficult back shoulder catches. Catches with hands and ability to pluck the ball in the air when targeted. His range in his arms provide him the ability to be a large target for any QB. He has a recorded 40 time of 4.8 with a solid academic record. He also plays basketball for his high school.
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Mike Zaimi Mike Zaimi 6’2″ | 170 lbs | TE Peabody Bishop Fenwick | 2025 State NewE is positioned as a tight-end and wide receiver for his team. He attends Bishop Fenwick High School In Massachusetts. His film shows his ability to line up inside or out wide.
He can down block when placed inside. Additional technique work is needed in his blocking skills and he has the time to develop these techniques. He can run routes as a tight-end. He is able to stick his foot in the ground and run the in, or run the curl or hook or any different routes. He seems to understand how zones are trying to cover him and how to get in the hole of the zone. He appears to be the best athlete on the field and rightfully so, when asked to line-up wide or inside.
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Adam Shovlin Adam Shovlin 6’5″ | 250 lbs | DL St. Thomas More | 2025 State NewE He is listed at 6’5″ 238lbs and he brings a large target option to any team. “Shovlin” attends St Thomas More in Connecticut and has already gained attention of many college coaching staffs as a sophomore. His athletic numbers are already strong with more time to develop. He has a recorded 40 Yard Dash: 4.75, Vertical: 31.7, Bench: 315lbs, and Squat: 405lbs.
He also is positioned as a defensive end for his team. His defensive battles are won with speed, quickness and power as an edge rusher. His instincts and awareness are solid traits. He does a very good job in run blocking. He sustains blocks and finishes them. He can be a deep threat option. His release from block and initial quickness are crisp and he has the #1 Critical Factor every TE must have. SIZE!!!!
He has Power 5 offers that will continue to increase until he chooses where he wants to go. A no brainer solid recruit!!!
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Matthew Tybor Matthew Tybor 6’4″ | 235 lbs | ATH Lawrence Academy | 2025 State NewE is 6’4″ and positioned as a wide receiver for his team. He weighs approximately 215lbs., and he attends Tolland High School in Connecticut. As a sophomore, he lead his team in most receptions with 37 receptions for 523yds and 6 touchdowns. He was selected as an All Conference player for his 2022 season performance.
His hands are solid in every aspect. He can pluck the ball out of the air and make the play. Catches the ball at the highest point when he is targeted. Has long strides when running in open field and his 2nd gear kicks in. He checks out with good balance and body control. He knows how to adjust to the ball when it’s in the air and being covered tightly. One can expect this young man to see some college interest arise in 2023.
Dwayne Early Dwayne Early 6’4″ | 190 lbs | WR Springfield Central | 2025 State NewE is positioned as a wide receiver for his team. He is 6’2″ 185lbs and has a 80′ Wingspan. He carries a lean muscular athletic frame with good length and plenty of room for additional growth. He holds a academic 3.2 GPA.
His first clip easily shows his range and effort for YAC. He is a slippery receiver who has good hips with ability to change direction instantly. He understands route running and the need to stay the course each play. He catches with hands and has very good eye hand coordination. His release from line of scrimmage is smooth and crisp. He shows the willingness and ability to block out on the perimeter and maintain the block to spring the ball carrier. The length in his leggs makes one wonder how tall he will be by senior year.