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We are off an running with the film analysis here at PRZ WI! These sessions are a look inside of what I am looking at and thinking while going through rankings updates. I am doing my best to identify the…
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Continue ReadingWe are off an running with the film analysis here at PRZ WI! These sessions are a look inside of what I am looking at and thinking while going through rankings updates. I am doing my best to identify the strengths of each athlete, what they have to offer the next level, and what areas the can improve on. I always try to stick heavily with the strengths because scouting is all about identifying what a player can do. So let’s start breaking down this talented group of WI athletes!
Andrew is one of my favorite films to watch. The 6’2″ 235 lbs DT is undersized for the position, and that is about where the weaknesses end. Having a matchup nightmare at the point of attack is a massive advantage. Baumgart will give a team that advantage. He is fired out of a cannon when coming out of his stance. His hand use and pass rush moves are a great blend of quick and powerful. Andrew is able to control, and move OL with his power, and his lateral quickness always gives him the leverage advantage. Turn on the tape and just watch him split double teams or beat multiple one on one blocks in a single play while on the way to a sack. Baumgart has an elite motor to go with his excellent traits. He is a need to know name in the Class of 2024.
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At this point I’m pretty confident that Carson gets his mail forwarded to the Racine Horlick weight room. The dude is in there every day move big numbers, and it has me excited for his junior campaign because his sophomore season was so exciting already. He was First Team All Region and Conference OLB of the Year. The 5’11” 200 lbs athlete checks off a lot of boxes that I look for in next level LBs. The most important is that he is an impact player on all three downs. Carson has the body control, range, and change of direction to be able to drop into coverage and cover a zone. He also has the hands to create turnovers. Carson’s strength comes up clutch against the run. He takes on blocks, stacks them, and then sheds for the tackle. He is very good at containing the edge. His instincts jump off the tape too. He reacts so quickly to the OL flow or seeing where the ball goes that it seems like he already knew the play. Big year coming this fall. Check him out in the highlights below.
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Coaches, Brookfield East has an up and coming OL prospect that looks like he is going to be a Need to Know athlete. The freshman is developing an impressive frame. He is already 6’4″ 240 lbs with an elite 6’10” wingspan. Farley is still developing his body control and flexibility, but as that improves the sky will be the limit. His film shows us a lineman with strength that stands out from his peers at the freshman level. In the run game Grady plows DL off the ball and into the ground. He is developing range that will make him an effective puller, and he is already making a habit out of finishing every block with a pancake. Keep an eye on the development of the up and coming freshman.
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An athlete new to my radar is the WR out of Stoughton. Jay is a long, lean WR at 6’4″ 175 lbs. He is a big target with a basketball background. That basketball background is very evident on the field. Jay creates separation from DBs with his size/body. Similar to the hardwood, Jay boxes out DBs at the catch point. Once he crosses the defender’s face there is no getting around him to break up the pass. He maximizes that separation by catching the ball with his hands extended from his body. Jay offers a big catch radius for his QB too. He knows how to go and get it at the high point. Last season we saw him go over the middle or deep down the field primarily. I’m looking forward to him having a bigger role, and running more routes this fall. Make sure to have him on your radars.
Roger Dang
Roger Dang
Roger last played as a sophomore because of an ACL injury that cost him his senior season. Looking back on his sophomore season there are a few things that catch my eyes. Roger has 4.7 speed, but is much quicker in the short areas. His acceleration was a mismatch for DBs. That quickness was key for his release and getting out of his breaks to open up separation. With the ball in his hands, Roger was an elusive runner with jukes and jump cuts to make defenders miss. He is ready to make his return to the field, and should be healthy. He has built up to a 315 lbs squat. I’ll be interested in how he performs this fall.
The 6’3″ junior WR/DB is a smooth, productive athlete. on defense, Hunter plays a lot of deep zone coverage. Because of that, we see him have to have awareness of who is going deep, and picking up receivers entering his zone. Ehret has the range in those scenarios to be able to cover ground and make turnovers. His play recognition and range suggest a solid future at safety. On offense, Hunter is a possession style receiver. Someone who wins with solid route running and soft hands. Hunter also stands out with his impact as a blocker out wide. He can help break contain for RBs/QBs or block for screens out wide. Check out the tape below.
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I am a big fan of the Lourdes Academy signal caller. The sophomore is a master of his offense. He knows where his guys are at on every play, and works through progressions quickly to find the best option. Wade is also a technician. His footwork is sharp. He has a quick, smooth drop, keeps his cleats in the ground and throws from a strong base. Lindahl also has next level arm talent. He understands when he needs to attack the defense with touch and when he needs to let it rip. Both of which he does well, especially his touch and ball placement. Wade also has the athleticism to be able to buy time in the pocket, and can break loose for some chunk plays on the ground. His junior year is going to be must watch.
Ben is the definition of a do-it-all athlete. He spent time at WR in 2022, and also was All Region as a QB. He was responsible for almost 3,200 yards and 37 TDs. Ben recently put on a show at the WFCA Combine with a 4.57 40 yard dash, 4.18 5-10-5, 36″ vertical, and 9’8″ broad jump. The explosiveness and speed jump off the tape too. Fritsch also sees the field very well. He finds his blocks, sets up defenders, and seems to have eyes in the back of his head to find cutback lanes. When he can’t set up the defense, Fritsch can also leave them tackling air in a phone booth with his agility and elusiveness. Ben holds one offer from MNSU- Mankato. A big year is on the way, and I expect to see him move up the rankings during our next update.
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Landon Bates
Landon Bates
Landon has played a few spots on defense for Rhinelander, and this fall he will be moving back to his best fit of safety. The 5’11” 165 lbs junior was able to show off some of his DB skills while playing LB. Landon showed off his range and coverage skills. Bates easily drops into zone coverage. He can cover a lot of ground quickly, and reads the QB accurately. Tackling isn’t an issue for the DB either. Landon was aggressive in his tackles. He flew downhill against the run game, was able to avoid blocks between the tackles, and was a good wrap up tackler. I’m looking forward to his senior season at his natural position. Check him out.