Hawk’s 2025 Western PA Prospects to Watch
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Here we go again, I’m back to highlight more of the prospects for the 2025 class, many of whom are unoffered. I will continue to cover both offered and unoffered talent that I believe are college-bound prospects In the 2025…
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Continue ReadingHere we go again, I’m back to highlight more of the prospects for the 2025 class, many of whom are unoffered. I will continue to cover both offered and unoffered talent that I believe are college-bound prospects In the 2025 class. Currently, none of these student-athletes has received at least one Division I offer. Keep an eye out for these talented prospects throughout the summer camp circuit months.
HAWK’S OPINION:
Kaleb is another interesting prospect with nice size at 6’2 and 225 pounds. He is tough and plays with a lot of physicality, whether setting the edge or playing within the box. He is a fluid zone dropper with a good understanding of how to defend his zone. His sharp IQ helps him read and react quickly. He possesses good ball skills and can make plays on the ball in the intermediate area. He has a good motor and is effective at shedding blocks at this stage. While his overall lateral movement is good, it would be even better if he consistently maintained a lower pad level. I like Kaleb at the Mike linebacker position, but given his current weight of 225 pounds, Platz could possibly grow into an effective 5-technique. He’s a good blitzer up the middle or off the edge. He is athletic and physical enough to contribute to special teams at the next level.
HAWKS OPINION:
Camden is an instinctive linebacker with solid football intelligence and a wide range of skills. He possesses prototypical size and displays athleticism with quick twitch movements. He runs smoothly and is capable of being a flex tight end with reliable hands. Cam demonstrates versatility and athleticism while playing running back, even hurdling a defender on one play. He is physical, utilizes good hand violence, and proves to be a dependable tackler in space. He excels at playing off blocks and exhibits great pursuit ability from sideline to sideline. Lewis showcases his proficiency as a blitzer, consistently beating guards and generating sacks and tackles for loss (TFLs). Due to his size, athleticism, versatility, and on-field production, I believe Cam is a Division 1 prospect. In my opinion, Lewis is athletically capable of playing linebacker, defensive end, or tight end.
HAWK’S OPINION:
Surprisingly, last season was Daniel’s first year playing football. Batch displays good open field speed tracking the football on deeper routes. He has the quickness to hit the edge on jet sweeps and gain big YAC on short throws. His ball skills are evident in the way he goes up to get jump balls with strong pass catching hands. He’s able to tap into another gear of speed when the ball is in the air. If he’s given a free release off the line of scrimmage he eats up cushions quickly. He needs to improve on his physicality and hand violence releasing verses press-man coverage, which will come with experience. His balance and strength also shows itself when he breaks tackles fighting for extra yards. Daniel has the attributes it takes to play special teams collegiately. I didn’t see him on defense, but I believe Batch is capable of playing strong or free safety positions. He’s been getting interests from the local blue bloods Pitt & WVU.
HAWKS OPINION:
Shields displays great body control and the ability to maneuver swiftly through small openings on inside runs. He possesses patience, quick-twitch, and vision as a runner, allowing him to effectively accelerate past defenders. He runs with good power and maintains forward lean while securing the football. Amari showcases impressive agility with good speed, enabling him to identify his running lanes quickly. Without a doubt, if Shields continues to improve his top-end speed, he will be a D1 caliber prospect.
HAWK’S OPINION:
Jack has D1 measurements, and moves well for his size at 6’3 290 pounds. His overall strength and pad level is a problem for defenses inside the box. He shows good short area quickness, mobility, and power in the interior. He is strong and does a great job of running his feet through contact. He plays with a nasty demeanor and enjoys asserting his physicality. He shows solid footwork pass setting with a good punch. Jack consistently does a good job establishing his hand placement on his blocks. His work ethic is evident in the way he finishes plays with brute force. His agility can be seen during his zone and down blocks. I think Yatchenko is capable of playing OG or Center on the next level.