Rolesville Spring Game

There was excitement amongst the fans that attended the intersquad scrimmage. Head Coach Ranier Rackley and staff have generated a "team-oriented" concept amongst the players. I observed the players cheering for fellow teammates to compete. The offensive unit will continue to generate points quickly, which was on display throughout the scrimmage. There were some defensive players who had impressive performances during the scrimmage. The players in the review caught my attention during the scrimmage.   [player_tooltip player_id='371947' first='Braden' last='Atkinson'] - QB, 6'1" 185 (No. 4 QB, No. 29 Overall). Braden displayed a fluid arm with a quick release on his throws. He displayed good arm strength and good ball velocity on accurate throws to receivers. He displayed patience in the pocket to complete throws on target. The 2025 prospect had an impressive performance throughout the scrimmage. The big and physical offensive line did a good job of protecting Braden throughout the scrimmage.   [player_tooltip player_id='287829' first='Gavin' last='Marks'] - OL, 6'1" 285 (No. 2 OL, No. 18 Overall). Gavin was quick out of his stance to make contact with defenders to control them and open lanes fo[player_tooltip player_id='713060' first='r' last='t']he running backs. He displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders. He is the anchor and one of the leaders on the talented offensive line.   [player_tooltip player_id='601700' first='De'Von' last='Thomas'] - RB, 5'8" 190 (No. 2 RB, No. 13 Overall). De'Von followed his blockers and exploded into openings to gain yardage. He displayed speed to accelerate past defenders in the open field to gain big yardage, scoring often. He displayed good vision and balance while running inside for yardage. The 2025 prospect is a threat to score while in the open field.   [player_tooltip player_id='336735' first='Adrian' last='Silver Jr']. - WR, 6'0" 160 (No. 14 WR, Watchlist). Adrian ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He displayed good hands to make catches in traffic. The 2025 prospect had an impressive performance to include several highlight film catches in the endzone.   [player_tooltip player_id='648658' first='Myles' last='Horne'] - QB, 5'11" 200 (No. 48 QB, Watchlist). Myles has been training during the offseason to improve his skillset. He displayed a good throwing motion with a good release. He remained calm while under pressure in the pocket to complete short and medium range throws. Myles displayed good ball velocity on his throws on target to the receivers.   [player_tooltip player_id='832422' first='Davis' last='Brown'] - TE, 6'3" 240 (No. 2 TE, No. 2 Overall). Davis ran good routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He used his body to shield defenders to make catches in traffic. He did a good job of blocking on the running plays. The 2026 prospect will continue to develop his skillset and is expected to be a key player in the high-powered offensive unit during the upcoming season.   [player_tooltip player_id='817342' first='Russ' last='Sykes'] - DL, 6'3" 250 (No. 13 DL, No. 20 Overall). Russ displayed quickness out of his stance to make contact with blockers while moving past them for stops. He displayed good technique and good use of hands to control blockers to make stops. Russ utilizes his speed and technique, which makes it difficult to contain him. The 2024 prospect is the anchor and leader of the defensive line.   [player_tooltip player_id='265089' first='Aidan' last='Pounds'] - LB, 5'10" 205 (No. 10 LB, No. 89 Overall). Aidan displayed good lateral movement and speed to cover a lot of ground quickly to close in on the ball carrier for stops. He displayed patience to let the play develop before reacting to make stops. The 2024 prospect is the anchor and one of the leaders of the linebacker group.   [player_tooltip player_id='602566' first='Jonathan' last='Hinnant'] - LB, (No. 1 LB, No. 9 Overall). Jonathan displayed good lateral movement and speed to cover a lot of ground quickly to close in on the ball carrier for stops. He is exceptionally quick, often moving into the backfield unblocked to disrupt the play. The 2025 prospect is one of the leaders of the linebacker group.   [player_tooltip player_id='345341' first='Kam' last='Manley'] - DB, 5'9" 165 (No. 23 DB, No. 235 Overall). Kameron displayed good use of arms and the ability to change directions quickly to cover receivers, making it difficult to complete a catch against him. He displayed good technique and speed to close quickly on receivers to contest the catch. The 2024 prospect is the anchor and leader of the defensive secondary.   Players to Watch:   2024   [player_tooltip player_id='117630' first='Isiah' last='Jones'] - RB, 5'11" 175 (No. 3 RB, No. 26 Overall)   [player_tooltip player_id='371954' first='Jakobe' last='Campbell'] - OL, 6'4" 270 (No. 7 OL, No. 36 Overall)   2025   [player_tooltip player_id='832427' first='Kendrick' last='Blanton'] - WR, 5'10" 175 (No. 15 WR, Watchlist)   [player_tooltip player_id='832521' first='Asa' last='Midgette'] - OL, 6'3" 270 (No. 8 OL, No. 35 Overall)   [player_tooltip player_id='832522' first='Jack' last='Lamotta'] - OL, 5'11" 230 (No. 10 OL, No. 37 Overall)   2026   [player_tooltip player_id='832437' first='Gavin' last='Wadell'] - WR, 5'10" 160 (No. 14 WR, No. 30 Overall)   [player_tooltip player_id='697368' first='Logan' last='Pulley'] - OL, 6'4" 245 (No. 30 OL, No. 39 Overall)

There was excitement amongst the fans that attended the intersquad scrimmage. Head Coach Ranier Rackley and staff have generated a "team-oriented" concept amongst the players. I observed the players cheering for fellow teammates to compete. The offensive unit will continue to generate points quickly, which was on display throughout the scrimmage. There were some defensive players who had impressive performances during the scrimmage. The players in the review caught my attention during the scrimmage.