New Prospects Emerge From Friday Film Room Report: 2/17/23

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On a weekly basis during months of January, February, and March, I like to look more closely into our film room to take a quick view of update highlight films we received recently. During my last visit, these recruits posted their highlight link in my Twitter thread. Upon review, I break down a “bit” of what I saw from newly named recruits who were not known to me prior to watching the film and are worthy of knowing.&nbsp; This preview includes recruits in all classes</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["637182"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='637182' first='Nikko' last='Morris']   He first caught my eye in a 7v7 live scrimmage just weeks ago.  His film confirmed what I saw, and also impressed me even more.  He has a leadership type character combined with talent to take over a game.  He maybe only 5'8u0022, but plays like he is 6'0u0022 with plenty of confidence and athleticism.  He is twitchy, quick, fast, and brings good flexibility and athletic cooridnation that stands out easily.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63efa0605a8eb"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/morris_nikko/status/1624054329849028610?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/morris_nikko/status/1624054329849028610?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["632849"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Charles Simmons  Seen as a defensive lineman at the next level.  He can easily plug and maintain gaps.  Has low center of gravity coming out of stance and uses good arm extension along with leverage to read and react to ball carrier. Doesn't get driven back signaling good lower body strength. He moves fluidly for the heavy bodyweight he carries.  Shows grit and determination to win each rep. Physical and aggressive player.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63efa0605a95b"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ConnorSimons70/status/1624089309836869633?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ConnorSimons70/status/1624089309836869633?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648172"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='648172' first='Andrew' last='Falk']  Has a nose for the football while playing safety.  He high tops the ball when thrown in his area.  Has impressive field awareness that allows him to ball hawk consistently. He strikes through the ball carrier when tackling.  He has a motor and plays with very good aggression. Does a very good job in run support when needed.  Has good length in his frame. He can close quickly, when defending the edge. Solid Recruit with time and room to grow and continue developing.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63efa0605a9af"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/afalk1107/status/1625096751714639874?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/afalk1107/status/1625096751714639874?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647540"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='647540' first='Ryan' last='Bannon']  Reads the play well and reacts accordingly. Shoots gaps quickly while making secure tackles on the ball carrier. Seen as an inside A/b gap type player. Shows strength to move the pile. He plays the screen with very good patience and reaction. Plays the pass well by dropping into coverage quickly and fluidly while also mirroring the qb eyes. Has a very large presence inside at 6'3u0022.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63efa0605a9ff"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RyanBannon17/status/1624865035515305985?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/RyanBannon17/status/1624865035515305985?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["644452"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='644452' first='Jayden' last='Franklin']  Playing outside linebacker, he takes on blockers with good hand extension and leverage to get off the block and still make the play.  Does a nice job holding the edge while closing and squeezing  the ball carrier inside.  Has good open field tackling ability shown on special teams play...","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63efa0605aa4c"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JaydenFranklin_/status/1624102834613411840?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JaydenFranklin_/status/1624102834613411840?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->