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PrepRedzoneMN 2024 Rankings Update: Biggest Stock-Risers

PrepRedzoneMN 2024 Rankings Update: Biggest Stock-Risers
Oliver West
Oliver West March 21, 2023 @ 01:27 PM
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Dane Borene
Dane Borene 6'6" | 240 lbs | DL | 2024
MN
Deontae Flemino
Deontae Flemino 5'11" | 165 lbs | WR | 2024
MN
Wyatt Bell
Wyatt Bell 6'4" | 295 lbs | OL | 2024
MN
Jake Wills
Jake Wills 6'3" | 185 lbs | ATH | 2024
MN
Quentin Cobb-Butler
Quentin Cobb-Butler 5'9" | 155 lbs | DB | 2024
MN
Greg Meidl
Greg Meidl 6'4" | 250 lbs | OL | 2024
MN
Francis O’Malley
Francis O’Malley 6'0" | 235 lbs | RB | 2024
MN
Langden College
Langden College 6'4" | 220 lbs | DL | 2024
MN
Landon Dillon
Landon Dillon 6'0" | 215 lbs | RB | 2024
MN
Teddy Knapp
Teddy Knapp 6'4" | 225 lbs | DL | 2024
MN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I can't lie, the rankings updates can be hard work. It can be emotionally taxing to rank the players you root for you above each other, there are hours &amp; hours of watching film required, and the agony of over-evaluating and overanalyzing the ranking spots can drive you mad. However, I know that at the end of the day, I have it easy, and compared to the work our 12 biggest 2024 rankings stock-risers have put in since the last update I look like I've never worked a day in my life. As they say, hard work pays off, and the athletes seeing their rankings improve the most once the <em>PRzMN </em>2024 official rankings update went live have been working their tails off in weight rooms, practice fields, parks, and stadiums all over the state of Minnesota. Now, during the all-important junior offseason grind, they've put themselves in a prime position to start reeling in college offers in droves, and some are already beginning to see the rewards of their labor. Let's get to know the latest <em>PRzMN </em>2024 rankings updates biggest stock risers below! Thanks for reading. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-- </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["441518"],"_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":"Meet the u003cemu003ePRzMN'su003c/emu003e 2024 official rankings update's biggest stock riser! Coming all the way from the watchlist to a Top-20 ranking at #16 overall, things have changed quickly and excitedly for the 6'5, 240 lb. DE out of u003cemu003eBlake High Schoolu003c/emu003e and the u003cemu003eSMB Wolfpacku003c/emu003e program. The fall of '22 was a breakout season for the junior, who gained valuable experience with the u003cemu003eWolfpacku003c/emu003e as a sophomore and was ready to level up as an upperclassman, and broke out into the recruiting scene thanks to some added inches and pounds and good production throughout the midway point of his junior season, posting 25 tackles, 6 sacks, and 4 TFLs only a week into October. Iowa State, Minnesota, NIU, Columbia, North Dakota, and Washington all invited him to gameday experiences during the season, and things kept heating up in the winter with Kansas State, Wisconsin, Iowa, South Dakota State, and Minnesota stopped by u003cemu003eBlakeu003c/emu003e to talk to the DE in person. At the end of January, things reached a turning point when Central Michigan became his first college offer, and Princeton, UPenn, and Air Force quickly followed the next month. In a surprising twist, u003cstrongu003eBoreneu003c/strongu003e - who was gaining P5 traction on the recruiting trail - abruptly shut down his recruitment and committed to play Ivy League football for Princeton. You'll see recruits who are more academic-oriented commit earlier into the process, and with him going to u003cemu003eBlake u003c/emu003ethere is an alignment with that argument, and anyway you go about it, it's a heckuva pickup for the Tigers. u003cstrongu003eBoreneu003c/strongu003e possesses a ton of length, a great get-off, proficiency, and comfortability when tackling in space, and active hands when working through blocks. For a kid of his size, I like his speed in pursuit when running down the ball, and he showed some solid reps of him beating OTs to either shoulder. If he can continues to progress and develop like he has been then FBS and P5s are going to continue to kick the tires. u003cemu003eSMB'su003c/emu003e pass rush is terrifying next year!","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["242491"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"The biggest in-ranking level-up goes to our second hottest stock riser in u003cemu003eMankato Westu003c/emu003e 6'4, 250 lber. u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='242491' first='Greg' last='Meidl']u003c/strongu003e. Up 155 spots to #15 overall in the class of 2024, u003cstrongu003eMeidl u003c/strongu003eis the darkhorse of the 2024 OL class and is still on the up-and-up, seeing Army-West Point, Sioux Falls, and MSU-Mankato offers fly in since March rolled around. Coming out of 5A powerhouse u003cemu003eMankato Westu003c/emu003e is a big plus, as is his state playoff experience the last two seasons along the u003cemu003eScarletsu003c/emu003e varsity OL, and with a still-growing but already strong and powerful 6'4, 250 lb. frame that could hold a ton more weight, he presents a tantalizing package for collegiate OL coaches. His tape shows off a lot more strength and physical dominance than some of his '24 MN OL counterparts, with crushing initial hits and finishes on traps, down blocks, and in pass pro as well. u003cstrongu003eMeidl u003c/strongu003ealso has a solid base, light feet that come in handy in pass protection, hand placement, and leg drive, and can handle all types of blocks around the LOS and in space from the OT position. With so much more room to grow and the physical dominance he's displaying in the blocking game, I am very excited about u003cstrongu003eMeidlu003c/strongu003e and his potential as a prospect. What a rise for the formerly under-ranked and overlooked offensive lineman!","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["242385"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Our third biggest stock riser of the 2024 u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e official rankings update goes to another u003cemu003eThe Blake Schoolu003c/emu003e and u003cemu003eSMB Wolfpacku003c/emu003e junior in RB u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='242385' first='Landon' last='Dillon']u003c/strongu003e. Up 140 spots to just outside the Top 50 at #53 overall, u003cstrongu003eDillonu003c/strongu003e has massively boosted his game and recruiting stock and, as a guy who loves power backs, has quickly turned into one of my favorite players in the state. At a robust and sturdy 6', 215 lbs., u003cstrongu003eDillonu003c/strongu003e posted 853 tough-earned rushing yards and 14 TDs last fall, resulting in recruiting contact with DIII, DII, and FCS programs around the MN footprint. An old-school, downhill, North-South ball carrier with fantastic contact balance, lateral agility, and a thunderous truck stick that crumples tackle attempts, u003cstrongu003eDillonu003c/strongu003e showed a ton of different ways to beat opponents at the contact point that can consistently make the first man miss and generally needs more than one defender to bring him down. Also has solid speed for his size and playstyle, vision that helps him get the most out of his carries, and a playmaking mentality no matter the situation. Watching him easily run and slip through quality tackle attempts never gets old, though. I'd love to have this dude on my team.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["368538"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"u003cemu003eEast Ridge Raptoru003c/emu003e WR and returner u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='368538' first='Deontae' last='Flemino']u003c/strongu003e took a big leap in the latest 2024 rankings update, rising from #178 to #103 for a 75-spot increase thanks to his work and dedication to the craft. He's got the chance to continue to climb as well, as u003cstrongu003eFleminou003c/strongu003e, at 5'11, 165, shows off big play speed and ability from the wide receiver position. In 2022, he posted 44 receptions for 558 yards and 3 TDs, and since his junior season ended he's been contacted by the likes of UST, SDSU, Winona State, SMSU, MSUM, Crown, NDSU, Augsburg, UW-River Falls, Yale, Dartmouth, and Drake. The 2023 captain shows off the skills to set up and freeze DBs feet and break off his routes quickly while maintaining speed and momentum. His speed also helps him eat up off-man cushions with ease, and I like how he tracks and plays the ball in the air. He also is great at bringing down catches through contact and big hits, especially for his size, and he's also a natural at finding the soft holes in zone coverage. As I mentioned, he's definitely capable of significantly rising up the rankings once again, and with the passing attack the u003cemu003eRaptorsu003c/emu003e bring back in 2023, u003cstrongu003eFleminou003c/strongu003e has the chance to explode in the stat department this fall.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["242446"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"As an avid and excitable fan of power backs and fullbacks, u003cemu003eMontevideou003c/emu003e 6', 235 lber. u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='242446' first='Francis' last='O'Malley']u003c/strongu003e presents as rousing of a package as u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e has seen in a while, and things got even better after he brought his talents to Minnetonka last December for the u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e Stock-Up Showcase. We verified the size and athletic numbers, most notably his quickness and change of direction skills, and of all the standout and well-developed recruits to compete in the Tonka Dome that Sunday, u003cstrongu003eO'Malleyu003c/strongu003e was top 2 when talking the u0022eye test.u0022 I would not want to see this dude running full-throttle at me, and neither did Minnesota's high school football competition. u003cstrongu003eO'Malleyu003c/strongu003e just rose 71 spots to our #46 overall prospect in the class, and after a slew of DII and FCS junior day invites and recruiting graphics, the u003cemu003eMontevideou003c/emu003e junior saw his recruitment officially kick off three days ago with a major scholarship offer from MSU-Mankato. The heavyweight NSIC program couldn't deny u003cstrongu003eO'Malley'su003c/strongu003e superiority either, and although I'm not a huge comparison guy, I can't help but get reminded of NDSU's Hunter Luepke when watching his game. With the speed to take the edge, good vision, powerful cutting ability, and the meanest truck stick in the entire Land of 10,000 Lakes, u003cstrongu003eO'Malleyu003c/strongu003e can get up to speed quickly and knows how to use leverage and pad level to bounce defenders off him like a pinball. He also has a sick hurdle a few plays into his junior film and some devastating blocks in pass pro or when lead blocking for his fellow RBs. The combo of speed and strength breaks down defenses over four quarters and can pop off big plays in a variety of ways. What a fun tape to watch! You got a fan in me for life, u003cstrongu003eFrancisu003c/strongu003e.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_5_player":["245769"],"_player_evaluations_5_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"I've said it before and I'll continue to say it: Rochester is loaded in 2023. Only counting u003cemu003eMayou003c/emu003e, u003cemu003eJohn Marshallu003c/emu003e, u003cemu003eLourdesu003c/emu003e, and u003cemu003eCenturyu003c/emu003e, the Med City is a must-stop for collegiate programs recruiting Minnesota in 2023-24 and is home to studs on offense, defense, and special teams. Our next biggest stock riser represents the u003cemu003ePanthersu003c/emu003e, and 6'3, 185 lber. u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='245769' first='Jake' last='Wills']u003c/strongu003e is a good one, seeing his stock rise from the 180s up to #126 overall. The talent and size caught the eye of Winona State OC Isaac Fruechte and the Warriors this fall, and since the season ended he earned junior day and prospect camp invites from SMSU, Augustana, Winona State, MSUM, Upper Iowa, UMD, Sioux Falls, MSU-Mankato, UW-Stout, UWRF, and NDSU. As a WR and DB, u003cstrongu003eWills u003c/strongu003emade plays all over the field, and showed off a large catch radius, juice after the catch, and speed when closing on the ball in the air in the arms of RBs, WRs, and QBs. Not scared of the big play, I could see him playing offense or defense in college and holds good size with the frame to get massive in college. Keep an eye on the teams and players from the 507 in 2023.","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_6_player":["242410"],"_player_evaluations_6_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"Up 52 spots to hold down our #35 overall spot in the u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e 2024 official rankings update, u003cemu003eRobbinsdale Armstrong'su003c/emu003e u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='242410' first='Langden' last='College']u003c/strongu003e is off to a good start this offseason and earned D1 offer #1 on February 10th from the Northern Iowa Panthers. It was a great move by UNI, who recruit the city of Minneapolis and its surrounding suburbs very well, and u003cstrongu003eCollegeu003c/strongu003e also checked out Iowa State in March and earned a junior day invite from the Golden Gophers a couple of days ago. At 6'4, 220, College is quick, closes and gets off the ball with speed, and impacts the run and pass game in every game he plays in. His junior film is unedited and needs some work, but it's still obvious he's a good athlete at the position with the natural skillset to get after the QB in college. I'm excited to see who is next to throw their name in the mix for u003cstrongu003eCollegeu003c/strongu003e. His older brother is a freshman, walk-on WR at South Dakota as well.","_player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_7_player":["346817"],"_player_evaluations_7_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"Welcome to the Top 40, u003cstrongu003eWyattu003c/strongu003e! Up 26 spots to round out the top-40 overall prospects in the class of 2024, u003cemu003eRogers Highu003c/emu003e u003cemu003eSchoolu003c/emu003e 6'4, 295 lber. u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='346817' first='Wyatt' last='Bell']u003c/strongu003e is another darkhorse in the '24 OL race and is coming off a great junior campaign that helped lead to one of the best performances out of both the OL and DL groups from the u003cemu003ePrepRedzoneMNu003c/emu003e Stock-Up Showcase. Fellow u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e scout Brian Jerzak told me he was the best offensive lineman in attendance, and seeing him run a 5.12 and 5.19 40-yard dash at 6'4, 300 lbs. during the Showcase was an impressive sight to see in its own right. In December, u003cstrongu003eBellu003c/strongu003e earned his first college football offer from Southwest Minnesota State, and since then MSUM, Winona State, South Dakota, North Dakota, NDSU, and Minnesota have reached out with junior day invites. On tape, u003cstrongu003eBell u003c/strongu003ebrings a ton of pop to the point of attack, and I also love his body control that shows up when he's shifting laterally, adjusting his feet, and breaking down in space. He's also a strong and controlled puller who can get to top speed impressively, and I also like how he uses leverage to his advantage and works to get opponents off balance and then into the turf. Honestly, in retrospect, he should be ranked higher, so keep your eyes out for him this offseason, in the coming micro updates, and of course, next fall. u003cstrongu003eBellu003c/strongu003e is hard to miss.","_player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_8_player":["242375"],"_player_evaluations_8_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"u003cemu003eSt. Thomas Academyu003c/emu003e, which was recently named one of Minnesota's 10 best hotbeds of talent from the 2000s in our u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e mega-feature from earlier this month, has a loaded roster going into 2023 and has prospects abound in the latest 2024 official rankings update. A high-profile RB/FB combo, a scholarship-level QB, and a well-built and uber-experienced OL group are made even stronger by 6'4, 220 lb. TE, OT, and defensive lineman u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='242375' first='Teddy' last='Knapp']u003c/strongu003e. A captain for the '23 season and an All-District pick from last fall, u003cstrongu003eKnappu003c/strongu003e rose 23 spots into the Top 100 at #95 overall and brings length, physicality, and a nasty streak to the table as a blocker. Hand placement, leg drive, and motor all look good, and u003cstrongu003eKnappu003c/strongu003e looks like he loves mixing it up in the run-blocking game and reacts well to what opposing defensive linemen give him and using it against them. Still is growing into a solid frame and has a ton more room to grow as well. He's visited San Diego, Wyoming, and Northern Iowa so far this offseason.","_player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_9_player":["242496"],"_player_evaluations_9_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"The u003cemu003eWoodbury Royalsu003c/emu003e have one of the most dangerous passing attacks in the Land of 10,000 Lakes going into the 2023 season and are blessed with an explosive one-two WR punch, which includes our next big stock riser: u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='242496' first='Quentin' last='Cobb-Butler']u003c/strongu003e. At 5'9, 155 lbs., u003cstrongu003eQCBu003c/strongu003e is a three-phase contributor on the gridiron and a two-sport standout who will captain both the football and basketball squads in 2023-24. The 2x All-District selection brings a ton of speed to the table, and popped off impressive kick returns and deep completions that not every WR can do. Thanks to a strong lower body, u003cstrongu003eQCB u003c/strongu003ehas good contact balance for his size, can powerfully drop his hips to create separation at the top of the route, and can get to top speed from a dead stop smoothly and with pace. He's elusive after the catch, doesn't hesitate when reeling in catches over the middle, and is a solid route runner on top of everything else. u003cstrongu003eQCBu003c/strongu003e is easily one of the most explosive WRs in the state and climbed 17 spots in our latest 2024 official rankings update. After a South Dakota State gameday visit in the fall, the likes of South Dakota, SMSU, MSUM, Augustana, St. Thomas, UMD, Bemidji State, Valpo, and SDSU all reached out with junior day invites. Keep an eye out for the u003cemu003eRoyalsu003c/emu003e amongst the Metro ranks in 2023!","_player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_10_player":["238078"],"_player_evaluations_10_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_10_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_10_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_10_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_10_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_10_evaluation":"As I've been mentioning on Twitter, my choice for the strongest position group after the 2024 u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e official rankings update went live goes to the Linebackers. Filled with physically impressive and experienced inside and outside 'backers, the second strongest position group goes to the defensive line, and our next stock riser is a quality representation from both positions in 6'4, 225 lb. Buffalo High School DE/LB u003cstrongu003eWyatt Osterbaueru003c/strongu003e. Up 16 spots to #24 overall, and with a ton more potential to continue to climb, u003cstrongu003eOsterbaueru003c/strongu003e has good tape from both defensive spots, along with TE, and hit the D1 recruiting space in March when the South Dakota Coyotes offered an FCS scholarship at the beginning of this month. After that, Iowa State and Minnesota both sent a junior day or spring ball invites, along with UNI, and I'd be very surprised if more Missouri Valley schools don't get involved when it's all said and done. In 7 games of 2022 action, u003cstrongu003eOsterbaueru003c/strongu003e posted 67 tackles, 5 TFLs, and a FF, and displayed some noticeable mobility and start/stop skills for a LB of his size in his junior tape. The 6'4, 225 lber. is patient when reading his keys, tracks the ball well, and uses good angles when pursuing ball carriers, and he also does a great job of bringing his hips through contact and exploding through RBs and QBs. He's simply too massive for blockers to handle and also made some high-pressure catches as a TE that required concentration and athleticism. There are a ton of good things on tape, and I really like him at LB, so we'll see how these junior day visits and eventual camp circuit continue to develop. More offers coming!","_player_evaluations_10_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_11_player":["241908"],"_player_evaluations_11_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_11_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_11_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_11_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_11_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_11_evaluation":"I'm pretty happy with the depth in the 2024 QB class, and a ton of gunslingers saw their stock rise once the 2024 rankings update went live, none more so than u003cemu003eWaconia'su003c/emu003e u003cstrongu003eAustin Randallu003c/strongu003e, who moved up 11 spots to #83 overall in his graduating class. The 6', 185 lber. is a good athlete and had a strong showing at December's u003cemu003ePRzMNu003c/emu003e Stock-Up Showcase, posting good athletic times (4.7 40m 4.5 short-shuttle, 9' broad), while flashing a good arm and accuracy to all levels of the field. u003cstrongu003eRandall u003c/strongu003eis already a hot NSIC target and has visited Augustana and Winona State this offseason, with a ton more junior day invites from their Northern Sun competitors, along with UW-River Falls and Western Illinois. His arm strength stands out on tape, as the u003cemu003eWaconiau003c/emu003e signal-caller can stretch the field deep and put the ball on a rope with noticeable velocity, especially into tight windows. His timing and toughness when finishing a throw through contact also look good, and I like checking out his speed when he tucks and runs. He's a good athlete at the position who can hurt defenses with his legs and avoid pressure in the pocket, and looks like a fun QB to play with as a WR or offensive lineman. Look for this kid to step up now that Mr. Do-it-All [player_tooltip player_id='19002' first='Max' last='McEnelly'] will be gone to graduation.","_player_evaluations_11_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_12_player":["105389"],"_player_evaluations_12_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_12_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_12_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_12_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_12_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_12_evaluation":"The u003cemu003eCentennial Cougarsu003c/emu003e have been churning out some monster LBs as of late, and 2024 6'1, 225 lber. u003cstrongu003eTimmy Ballu003c/strongu003e is another important part of the '24 rankings updates loaded crop of linebackers, not to mention another great extension of u003cemu003eCentennialu003c/emu003e recent LB legacy. Up seven spots to #62 overall, Ball was Class 6A's second-leading tackler during 2022 and posted 107 tackles with 2 TFLs, a forced fumble, and two converted fake punt returns. Drake has been heavily in contact, as have a variety of NSIC institutions as well as Brown and St. Thomas, and #47 has done a great job of bettering and developing his game every offseason since he was a young freshman. Quick to the hole and strong when working over, under, or through blocking attempts, u003cstrongu003eBallu003c/strongu003e can pursue and tackle out on the edge of the field and found success both around the box and out in space. Also laid some massive hits as a blocking TE and on special teams, and showed a knack for making clutch tackles behind the LOS in both goal line and 4th down situations. There's a ton to like in the well-coached, well-built, and productive Metro 'backer and will have a fruitful senior year as a three-sport captain and popular football recruit. Roll u003cemu003eCougsu003c/emu003e!","_player_evaluations_12_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":13,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6419da3def832"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

I can't lie, the rankings updates can be hard work. It can be emotionally taxing to rank the players you root for you above each other, there are hours & hours of watching film required, and the agony of over-evaluating and overanalyzing the ranking spots can drive you mad. However, I know that at the end of the day, I have it easy, and compared to the work our 12 biggest 2024 rankings stock-risers have put in since the last update I look like I've never worked a day in my life. As they say, hard work pays off, and the athletes seeing their rankings improve the most once the PRzMN 2024 official rankings update went live have been working their tails off in weight rooms, practice fields, parks, and stadiums all over the state of Minnesota. Now, during the all-important junior offseason grind, they've put themselves in a prime position to start reeling in college offers in droves, and some are already beginning to see the rewards of their labor. Let's get to know the latest PRzMN 2024 rankings updates biggest stock risers below! Thanks for reading.

Princeton
Dane Borene

Dane Borene

MN
DL
HEIGHT 6'6"
WEIGHT 240
POS DL
CLASS 2024
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Borene DL
Class
2024
Height
6'6"
Weight
240
HS
SMB
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Dane Borene

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State: Minnesota
School: SMB
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Army
Greg Meidl

Greg Meidl

MN
OL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 250
POS OL
CLASS 2024
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Greg
Meidl OL
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
250
HS
Mankato West
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MN
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Army
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Greg Meidl

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State: Minnesota
School: Mankato West
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Landon Dillon

Landon Dillon

MN
RB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 215
POS RB
CLASS 2024
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Landon
Dillon RB
Class
2024
Height
6'0"
Weight
215
HS
SMB
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Landon Dillon

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State: Minnesota
School: SMB
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Deontae Flemino

Deontae Flemino

MN
WR
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 165
POS WR
CLASS 2024
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Deontae
Flemino WR
Class
2024
Height
5'11"
Weight
165
HS
East Ridge
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Deontae Flemino

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State: Minnesota
School: East Ridge
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Minnesota-Duluth
Francis O&#8217;Malley

Francis O’Malley

MN
RB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 235
POS RB
CLASS 2024
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Francis
O’Malley RB
Class
2024
Height
6'0"
Weight
235
HS
Montevideo
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Minnesota-Duluth
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Francis O’Malley

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State: Minnesota
School: Montevideo
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Minnesota State-Mankato
Jake Wills

Jake Wills

MN
ATH
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 185
POS ATH
CLASS 2024
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Jake
Wills ATH
Class
2024
Height
6'3"
Weight
185
HS
Rochester Century
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Minnesota State-Mankato
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Jake Wills

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State: Minnesota
School: Rochester Century
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North Dakota
Langden College

Langden College

MN
DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 220
POS DL
CLASS 2024
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Langden
College DL
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
220
HS
Armstrong
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North Dakota
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Langden College

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State: Minnesota
School: Armstrong
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North Dakota
Wyatt Bell

Wyatt Bell

MN
OL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 295
POS OL
CLASS 2024
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Wyatt
Bell OL
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
295
HS
Rogers
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North Dakota
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Wyatt Bell

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State: Minnesota
School: Rogers
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St. Thomas (MN)
Teddy Knapp

Teddy Knapp

MN
DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 225
POS DL
CLASS 2024
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Teddy
Knapp DL
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
225
HS
St. Thomas Academy
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St. Thomas (MN)
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Teddy Knapp

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State: Minnesota
School: St. Thomas Academy
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St. Thomas (MN)
Quentin Cobb-Butler

Quentin Cobb-Butler

MN
DB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 155
POS DB
CLASS 2024
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Quentin
Cobb-Butler DB
Class
2024
Height
5'9"
Weight
155
HS
Woodbury
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The Woodbury Royals have one of the most dangerous passing attacks in the Land of 10,000 Lakes going...
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St. Thomas (MN)
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Quentin Cobb-Butler

State: Minnesota
School: Woodbury
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North Dakota State
PWO
Wyatt Osterbauer

Wyatt Osterbauer

MN
DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 225
POS DL
CLASS 2024
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Wyatt
Osterbauer DL
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
225
HS
Buffalo
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Wyatt Osterbauer

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State: Minnesota
School: Buffalo
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Minnesota-Duluth
Austin Randall

Austin Randall

MN
ATH
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 180
POS ATH
CLASS 2024
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Austin
Randall ATH
Class
2024
Height
6'1"
Weight
180
HS
Waconia
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Minnesota-Duluth
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Austin Randall

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State: Minnesota
School: Waconia
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Timmy Ball

Timmy Ball

MN
LB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 225
POS LB
CLASS 2024
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Timmy
Ball LB
Class
2024
Height
6'1"
Weight
225
HS
Centennial
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Timmy Ball

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State: Minnesota
School: Centennial
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