Watch List for Upstate NY High School Football Players

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The below football players have not only put on a show this past season but are ready to unleash their play even more this fall. They are very talented, hardworking, and embody the spirit of their teams. Check out these outstanding high school football players ready to make that big leap and even rebound this coming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["400791"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":600691,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThe strong u003ca href=u0022https://prepredzone.com/player/miles-caviness/u0022u003eMiles Cavinessu003c/au003e is a true red zone threat at the WR position. This first team AGR player has an amazing ability to make toe tapping sideline catches, even to get his team 6 points. He has been playing the game of football since age 7, idealizing the great Adrian Peterson before making the switch to WR. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThis is a WR that time after time was able to make incredible catches in traffic or over a defensive back. He has a pure sense for the end zone and has the ability to get behind the defense for huge amounts of yardage. Clean ability to change his speeds to get deep down the field on 9 and post routes. Very much utilized on jet sweeps and set in motions to draw defenders his way. Has an outstanding ability to grant himself space between him and the opposing DB in coverage. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eOn tape, Caviness put on display not only his natural talent, but the endless amount of pursuit and effort that you want to see. At the DB spot, he would finish the play even if a WR would make a catch against him. What I mean by finishing is he would attack/go after the football, try to force a fumble, and would make clean tackles in space. This truly is a football player that will make any team better. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eFor the upcoming season, Caviness talked about how he wants to gain over 1,000 receiving yards, be awarded a scholarship, and his last goal is he wants to make his family proud. Very talented player that I am excited to see in action this fall.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTwitter: @1MilesCavinessu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eInstagram: @milescaviness06u003c/spanu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHudl Profile: u003c/spanu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/profile/11470610/Miles-Caviness/aboutu0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003ehttps://www.hudl.com/profile/11470610/Miles-Caviness/aboutu003c/spanu003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63c5cbf82e726"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["351235"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":600772,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThe speedy WR in u003ca href=u0022https://prepredzone.com/player/juelz-russell/u0022u003eJuelz Russellu003c/au003e from University Prep Rochester truly is a tough football player. A tough player to not only catch the ball in traffic but to break tackles on a consistent bias. He stands in at 5'11” and weighs 170-pounds, but runs with a lot of force with the ball in his hands. In addition to WR, he can play CB and Kicker as well. u003c/spanu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThis is a WR that has a very clean ability to get in and out of breaks at a quick rate because of how fluid Russell's hips are. When running routes he has that sudden quick burst to change directions in a flash. Defenders were always caught staying on their toes against him.u003c/spanu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eRussell is a player that makes plays deep down the field and puts points on the board because of his large YAC ability. Plenty of times he was able to break defenders down in space with a simple cut which then allowed him to gain extra yardage. This was a WR that was able to work all areas of the field coming out of the slot, and is a true deep threat on the outside. u003c/spanu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eRussell has amazing body control to toe tap near the sidelines when making tremendous catches. Plenty of times, he was used on jet sweeps, in the backfield on wheel routes, or on simple out routes when getting set in motion into the backfield. This simply is a dangerous player with the ball in his hands that has goals of winning player of the year and making AGR.u003c/spanu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTwitter: @Juelzrussell585 u003c/spanu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eInstagram: @juelzrussell u003c/spanu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16210942/6368219119a50509bc79a728u0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003ehttps://www.hudl.com/video/3/16210942/6368219119a50509bc79a728u003c/spanu003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63c5cbf82e782"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":600962,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='726145' first='Nick' last='Warda']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2405","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Irondequoit High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003e[player_tooltip player_id='726145' first='Nick' last='Warda'] is a very quick RT off the snap of the ball for Irondequoit High School. This is a 6'2”, 250-pound offensive linemen that has a lot of explosiveness off the line of scrimmage. The ability to withstand powerful bull rushes was a huge positive in his pass protection. The ability to be an anchor on the right side of the line to give his QB time to step up and deliver down the field was there. Controlling inside pass rushers was also an added pulse for him. Defenders would go to an inside rip move and the ability to control it was astounding.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThe best work for Warda in the run game was on stretches and HB dives that were sent to his side of the line. The ability to keep his legs moving and to finish a block until the whistle was blown stood out tremendously. One play that stood out a lot was when he drove a defender out of bounds to finish a block. The effort and motor is on full display 24/7.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eWarda's pure aggressiveness and will to make a block was outstanding. Was never drawing away from making a block and wants to win every block he attempts. He came off a sophomore year playing only 3 games due to injuries and then tore his ACL after the 5th game this past season. However, Warda spoke about how he has obstacles set in front of him this upcoming season and is going to overcome them to better himself not only as a player, but as a human as well.     u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTwitter: @wardaNick u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eInstagram: @nick_warda52u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHudl Profile: u003c/spanu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/profile/14448293/Nick-Wardau0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003ehttps://www.hudl.com/profile/14448293/Nick-Wardau003c/spanu003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63c5cbf82e7cd"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":605028,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='726146' first='James' last='Davis']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2405","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Pittsford Mendon High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThis is a very strong football player that can play at both of the OG spots and can play OT for Pittsford Mendon High School. [player_tooltip player_id='726146' first='James' last='Davis'] weighs in at 280-pounds and stands in at 6'2”. Right away, the ability to pancake defenders into the field of play stands out. The ability to be active and take on defenders would happen a lot throughout his film.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eDavis does an outstanding job of using his leverage to drive interior defensive players to the ground. That ability to drive defenders out of the way happened plenty of times on runs drawn up through the B gaps. Being able to take that interior defensive linemen to the side and make a hole for the ball carrier was very impressive. In addition, the ability to get off the LOS at a quick rate and create a block was also a huge standout in his game. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThis is a very athletic player that can get out and pull at a high rate. There were plenty of times on film where Davis was able to pull to the opposite A and B gaps to make a block. In pass protection, the ability to hold his ground and use his leverage to win was consistent. Plenty of times blitzes were brought, he was able to hold his ground, and pick up the blitz to give the QB time to make a throw. The big goal for this outstanding offensive linemen in 2023 is to give up 0 sacks. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTwitter: @jamesdavis2024u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eInstagram: @james_davis67u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHudl Profile: u003c/spanu003eu003ca href=u0022http://www.hudl.com/profile/16656006u0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003ehttp://www.hudl.com/profile/16656006u003c/spanu003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63c8aa5c499ea"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["527865"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":605067,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThe up-and-coming player in u003ca href=u0022https://prepredzone.com/player/loyall-mouzon/#verify-playeru0022u003eLoyall Mouzonu003c/au003e stands in at 5'11” and weighs in at 163-pounds. This is a CB that does not shy away from doing the dirty work and is a defender that you want on your football team. He is a football player that made an impact playing special teams in addition to his time on both offense and defense during this past season at Eastridge High School. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eMouzon has a very clean tackling ability and form. This is a well coached defender that will bend, get low, and wrap up the ball carrier to secure the tackle. Out in coverage, he does a great job of not getting too aggressive on every play. He does a fluid job of being able to shuffle sideways, staying within grasp of the WR, and keeping his eyes locked on the QB. He stays patient and does a great job of tracking the ball deep down the field. There were times when he was able to win in jump ball situations. This is not a CB that will be too shy and be too patient which allows big plays to happen. Very impressed with his ability to know when and how to attack in coverage. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eFor the upcoming season, Mouzon has goals of becoming stronger, getting faster, and getting noticed by colleges, so he can continue to play the game he loves at the next level. Some quick notes are he runs a 4.64 40-yard dash and has a 4.1 shuttle time which is very impressive for a player of his age. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTwitter: @Loyallmouzonu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eInstagram: @pvoloyallu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHudl Profile: u003c/spanu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/profile/15783089/Loyall-Mouzon/aboutu0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003ehttps://www.hudl.com/profile/15783089/Loyall-Mouzon/aboutu003c/spanu003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63c8aa5c49ab3"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["527842"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":608112,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eMonster of an offensive lineman that is very versatile in his ability to play at OT, OG, and C. He is very physical at the point of attack and knows how to use his pure size to his advantage.u003ca href=u0022https://prepredzone.com/player/nate-cole/u0022u003e Nate Coleu003c/au003e weighs in at an even 300-pounds and stands at 6'5”. This is a true offensive lineman that any team and QB would be lucky to have blocking for them. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eAt OT, Cole's' pure athleticism to slide and pick up multiple defenders on a play really stood out. He knows how to fire up his hands and use his powerful punches to his advantage to get defenders off balanced. Being able to protect the corner and give his QB time to find a target is one of his biggest strengths. The ability to be able to combat the outside rushers by knocking/slapping their hands down was so critical in the success of his pass protection. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eWhen lined up at the OG spots, Cole is a powerful run blocker. Many times he was able to easily drive 3 and 2 technique DT's into the turf. Again, his athleticism showed off when he was able to make pull blocks all the way past the D-gaps. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eCole's pure mulling ability in both the passing and running game truly proves that he is a force on the offensive line for Pittsford High School. For this upcoming season, he has goals of not allowing 1 sack and under 5 pressures. Those are very tough goals, but there is no doubt he has the talent to do it. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTwitter: @NateCole2024u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eInstagram: @_.nate_cole._u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHudl Profile: u003c/spanu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/profile/16656055/Nate-Coleu0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003ehttps://www.hudl.com/profile/16656055/Nate-Coleu003c/spanu003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63c8aa5c49b6d"} /-->