PrepRedzoneIL 2025 Rankings Update: Offensive WL Players to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're winding down our <em>PRzIL </em>2025 rankings and I hope everyone has enjoyed the ride. It's a loaded class, and the rising juniors are already seeing the fruits of their labor and talent pay off during this summer camp grind, the leaders of which I recently highlighted in a <em>PrepRedzone </em>Midwest special detailing the early summer camp szn's biggest winners. With only a few articles remaining in our initial coverage of the 2025 classes recent rankings update, it's time to get into one of my favorite features, the "watchlist players to know." Although it can be disappointing for the prospects themselves to find themselves on the watchlist, it shouldn't be disheartening, especially for underclassmen. Varsity experience was a big factor in naming the Top-150 for the rankings, and even if you did get varsity action, the state of Illinois is absurdly loaded with size &amp; talent and it's a natural occurrence for good players to remain unranked going into their junior seasons. Luckily, we keep a close eye on the watchlist players with a ton of promise who just barely missed the cut, and in the next offensive &amp; defensive articles we'll be highlighting the best of the best from the watchlist and focus on the players primed to make the jump to the rankings come next update time. First up, offense. Let's dig in! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>--</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["331577"],"_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":"Coming out of the always-loaded u003cemu003eHillcrest Hawksu003c/emu003e program, 6', 185 lb. RB u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='331577' first='Erimus' last='Wright']u003c/strongu003e is a fun-to-watch combination of size, speed, and elusiveness and possesses vision, shiftiness and contact balance with the rock in-hand. Wright was an absolute force against non-varsity competition in 2022 and beat tackle attempts in a ton of different ways. 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Lined up at multiple WR positions and was a deep threat while showing off ball skills, shake after the catch, and the wherewithal to find soft spots in zone coverage to break down and get open. Also like his fearlessness and concentration when snagging receptions over the middle and through traffic. Also returned kicks. Big year next year for u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='754580' first='LJ' last='Kerr']u003c/strongu003e.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["833306"],"_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":"The younger brother of u003cemu003eFenwicku003c/emu003e 2024 stud DB [player_tooltip player_id='291196' first='Elijah' last='Romeus'], who recently grabbed a PWO from Illinois State, younger brother u003cstrongu003eEmmettu003c/strongu003e joined the u003cemu003eFriarsu003c/emu003e varsity for their 2022 playoff run. 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His top-end speed was no match for non-varsity DBs as well, and u003cstrongu003eRenfordu003c/strongu003e also displayed his ability to go up and high point the football impressively over tight coverage and multiple defenders. Get the ball in this man's hands! If he can transfer his game to the varsity level he'll be highly ranked come the next update time. Really solid sophomore, non-varsity highlight tape, and is an obvious and impressive athlete going into his junior year.","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_6_player":["299568"],"_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":"A varsity wideout in 2022, u003cstrongu003eBlacku003c/strongu003e shows off impressive body control when high-pointing the football and is capable of highlight-reel catches, can break his routes off well and is nifty with his footwork at the LOS in his releases, and has some dangerous moves after the catch. I really like how crisp he is as a route runner and his game has notable athleticism that fits in well at the varsity level. There are a couple reps of u003cstrongu003eBlacku003c/strongu003e dishing out and taking contact impressively, and I can guarantee he's going to be ranked when u003cemu003ePRzILu003c/emu003e updates the 2025 class again. The u003cemu003eCorsair'su003c/emu003e have one of the best young receiving corps in the state and a lot of upcoming talent the next few recruiting cycles. 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The read-option signal-caller comes in at 5'11, 185 lbs. and shows off good speed, quick cuts in the open field that left helpless defenders grasping at air, solid vision, and the ability to slip through weaker tackle attempts without losing much momentum. u003cstrongu003eBuffingtonu003c/strongu003e is a real threat with the ball in his hand and especially in the open field, and looked the most athletic player on the field against non-varsity opponents. Next season is a big one for the now-upperclassman!","_player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_9_player":["352235"],"_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":"A three-sport standout for u003cemu003eRich Townshipu003c/emu003e, 5'6, 150 lb. All-Conference pick u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='352235' first='Jason' last='Carey']u003c/strongu003e also excels in wrestling and track u0026amp; field. A full-time varsity contributor last fall, u003cstrongu003eCareyu003c/strongu003e was a threat as a RB and WR and opens his tape with a dirty spin move that left two would-be tacklers grasping at air and twisting their ankles like a powerful gust pushed them aside in a windstorm. 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As an offensive center, u003cstrongu003eCarneyu003c/strongu003e has good leg drive once he's engaged with an opponent can really move a defender out of their gap, and possesses a nonstop motor, and has a long and still-lean frame that can add a ton more good weight over the next two years and beyond.","_player_evaluations_10_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_11_player":["330476"],"_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":"There are some exciting 2025 defensive prospects out of u003cemu003eSt. Laurenceu003c/emu003e and a potential stock-riser to keep an eye on is 6'1, 220 lb. DE u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='330476' first='Jace' last='Chamberlain']u003c/strongu003e. The rising junior just went to Iowa State's prospect camp and weighed in at 6'1, 225 lbs. and clocked a 4.78 in the 40, and has also competed at the Lindenwood Mega Camp early this month. As a sophomore, u003cstrongu003eChamberlainu003c/strongu003e competed in the non-varsity ranks of the u003cemu003eVikingsu003c/emu003e and was an asset when defending the read-option from his DE spot, as well as a pass rusher, where he's got some strong reps showing off a bull rush and otherpower moves. I like his change of direction and pursuit speed, which helps him do well in space and run down plays from the backside. 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His sophomore varsity  highlights display a QB with a big arm that gets the rock out of his hand quickly and is comfortable making and completing throws on the move. There's some major upside in his game and we hope to see u003cstrongu003eVan Campu003c/strongu003e really open things up next year as a junior.","_player_evaluations_13_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_14_player":["330475"],"_player_evaluations_14_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_14_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_14_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_14_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_14_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_14_evaluation":"Another u003cemu003eSt. Laurence Vikingsu003c/emu003e 2025er, 5'9, 180 lb. 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He went 130-193 (67%) for 1,582 yards and 22 TDs and shows off a skillset that includes a long lean frame, accuracy to all three levels of the field and while off-platform, comfortability stepping up and maneuvering the pocket around pressure, and he's a dangerous weapon as a runner when he tucks and takes off. u003cstrongu003eMensiku003c/strongu003e is an obvious athlete and confident game manager, and if he can transition that accuracy and completion percentage to the varsity level he'll be a popular QB recruit, and for good reason.","_player_evaluations_15_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_16_player":["299511"],"_player_evaluations_16_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_16_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_16_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_16_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_16_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_16_evaluation":"u003cemu003eEvanston'su003c/emu003e 5'11, 180 lb. dual-threat QB u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='299511' first='Colin' last='Livatino']u003c/strongu003e is off to the races this summer and competed at the Iowa State prospect camp in early June to follow up his performance at the Next Level Athletix rise u0026amp; fire camp at the end of May. u003cstrongu003eLivatinou003c/strongu003e recorded 2,195 total yards and 23 TDs last fall for the u003cemu003eWildkit'su003c/emu003e non-varsity and varsity teams and displayed a very impressive ability to improvise and create big plays when things break down and he's forced to scramble. 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He's got touch, mobility, and can generate enough velocity on the ball to squeeze the rock into tight coverage when necessary.","_player_evaluations_17_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_18_player":["819695"],"_player_evaluations_18_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_18_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_18_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_18_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_18_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_18_evaluation":"A standout performer at our u003cemu003ePRzILu003c/emu003e spring showcase, u003cemu003eLincoln Way-Eastu003c/emu003e RB u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='819695' first='Zion' last='Gist']u003c/strongu003e is also a strong track u0026amp; field competitor in the big-school Illinois ranks and has competed at the Iowa, UIndy, and Northwestern prospect camps this summer. He put up one of the better 40 times at our spring showcase, and also possesses length, which helps him slip through weaker tackle attempts at his lower body, physicality and contact balance, and the ability to drop his hips at the top of the route and create separation as a route runner out of the slot. 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Sudden in his COD skills, especially in 1-on-1 situations against would-be tacklers, u003cstrongu003eButleru003c/strongu003e broke tackles he straight up should not have, which was fun to watch and means he possesses a dynamic and tough-to-handle skillset for defenders. His balance is particularly impressive, and he had a knack of anticipating contact and dealing with it in exciting fashion while also fighting, clawing, and battling for as much yardage as possible each and every run. 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A varsity starter in 2022, u003cstrongu003eHayesu003c/strongu003e, as a LT, was laterally agile, knows how to use his footwork and body to out-position defensive linemen, and was more than comfortable and efficient at the second level. There's definite body control and athleticism in his game, but he needed to add strength, so u003cemu003ePRzILu003c/emu003e is quite interested to see how another offseason has upped his game. 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RB u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='331595' first='Tyler' last='Tulk']u003c/strongu003e had a productive sophomore season in the non-varsity ranks and shows off shake in the open field, good hands that made him an asset out of the backfield as a pass-catcher and in the screen game, good balance and the power to produce between the tackles, and was a solid returner who can create big, momentum-shifting runs for his squad throughout the course of a game. Balanced skillset that is itching to get varsity reps this fall. u003cemu003ePRzILu003c/emu003e will be watching closely.","_player_evaluations_23_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_24_player":["299534"],"_player_evaluations_24_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_24_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_24_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_24_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_24_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_24_evaluation":"Great size at 6'3, 190 lbs., u003cemu003eBolingbrooku003c/emu003e 2025er u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='299534' first='Chico' last='Thomas']u003c/strongu003e was a varsity wideout in 2022 and possesses great length, some exciting shiftiness and ability to drop his hips at the top of the route, physicality as a blocker on both offense and special teams, and strong hands. He'll be stepping into more of a full-time role in 2023 and has a heckuva young QB throwing him the rock, which spells out good things for his potential production and future highlights. u003cemu003eThe Brooku003c/emu003e is coming for heads this fall.","_player_evaluations_24_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_25_player":["359605"],"_player_evaluations_25_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_25_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_25_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_25_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_25_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_25_evaluation":"Yet another u003cemu003eYorkvilleu003c/emu003e 2025 offensive prospect, WR u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='359605' first='Dyllan' last='Malone']u003c/strongu003e runs with the Supreme 7v7 squad and has competed at the Illinois and Iowa State prospect camps early this summer camp szn. At 6'2, 165 lbs., u003cstrongu003eMaloneu003c/strongu003e did get varsity action last fall, and from those reps you can see a pass catcher with length, contested catch ability and a large catch radius, some quickness and shake as a route runner and after the catch, and the ability to reel in receptions through contact. Also a willing blocker on the perimeter with a promising blend of size, experience, and athleticism going forward. Big year for u003cstrongu003eMaloneu003c/strongu003e in 2023.","_player_evaluations_25_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_26_player":["833302"],"_player_evaluations_26_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_26_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_26_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_26_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_26_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_26_evaluation":"Another WR on the WL with good size going into his junior season, u003cemu003eNaperville Northu003c/emu003e 6'2, 180 lb. athlete u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='833302' first='Nick' last='Manzardo'] u003c/strongu003ehas a ton more room to fill in as an upperclassman, which should scare opposing DBs, as u003cstrongu003eManzardou003c/strongu003e already possesses a skillset that includes burst, contact balance, and body control for a big, young WR. He's comfortable against press-man, is shifty at the top of the route, and uses that size to break tackles well after the catch. The Naperville area is absolutely stacked with talent going into the fall.","_player_evaluations_26_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_27_player":["331568"],"_player_evaluations_27_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_27_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_27_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_27_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_27_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_27_evaluation":"u003cemu003eRomeoville'su003c/emu003e rising junior QB u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='331568' first='Caron' last='Johnson']u003c/strongu003e is a big-time dual-threat QB who is accurate on the run and has some electric highlights as a runner that involve a ton of broken tackles in a ton of different ways. He's a good athlete at the position and can also get the ball out of his hand quickly and run the read-option efficiently. u003cstrongu003eJohnsonu003c/strongu003e fit in very well at the varsity level as a sophomore.","_player_evaluations_27_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_28_player":["537256"],"_player_evaluations_28_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_28_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_28_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_28_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_28_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_28_evaluation":"u003cemu003eDeerfield'su003c/emu003e 5'11, 190 lb. QB u003cstrongu003e[player_tooltip player_id='537256' first='Mac' last='Jones']u003c/strongu003e was right on the cusp of being ranked in our loaded Top 150 and went 83-157 for 1,087 yards and 9 passing TDs in 2022 for the u003cemu003eWarrior'su003c/emu003e varsity. Strong arm that could stretch the field vertically, touch, velocity on shorter throws when necessary, and a quick decision maker, u003cstrongu003eJonesu003c/strongu003e has an overall good arm and passing game that can lead and anticipate for his WRs and keep them out of harm's way. Also mobile and can get out and complete throws on the edge as well as take off and run when needed. Promising sophomore campaign for the young u003cemu003eDeerfieldu003c/emu003e gunslinger. Let's see how he builds on it as a now-upperclassman!","_player_evaluations_28_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":29,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-648df198b9957"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>--</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->