2024 Stock-Risers
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The review of film, 7×7 competitions, Prospect Camps, discussions with college coaches and scouts has been completed. The review of 411 prospects in the Class of 2024 has been updated. The review of seven players whose performances throughout the season…
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Continue ReadingThe review of film, 7×7 competitions, Prospect Camps, discussions with college coaches and scouts has been completed. The review of 411 prospects in the Class of 2024 has been updated. The review of seven players whose performances throughout the season has moved them up in the player rankings.
Amaris Williams Amaris Williams 6'3" | 270 lbs | DL Clinton | 2024 State NC – DL, 6’3″ 270 (No. 2 DL, No. 8 Overall), Clinton HS. Amaris displayed explosiveness out of his stance to make contact with blockers while moving past them for stops. He displayed good technique and violent hands to overpower blockers to disrupt plays, often in the backfield. His combination of quickness and power makes it difficult to block him one-on-one. Amaris finished last season with 65 total tackles, 44 which were tackles for losses and 18 sacks. He played on both sides of the ball for his team and lined up at running back on offense. He finished last season with 32 carries for 251 yards and 5 TDs. Amaris had some impressive performances throughout the season which resulted in Power5 offers. The University of Florida commit is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.
Nnamdi Ogboko Nnamdi Ogboko 6'5" | 340 lbs | DL South Garner | 2024 State NC – DL, 6’5″ 325 (No. 3 DL, No. 9 Overall), South Garner HS. Nnamdi displayed good technique and violent hands to overpower blockers while moving past them for stops. He moved well in tight spaces to shut down inside running plays. He finished last season with 61 total tackles, 16 which were solo tackles, 11 tackles for losses and 4 sacks. The huge lineman was a dominant force on the field and difficult to block one-on-one. Nnamdi’s dominant performances throughout the season generated several Power5 and D1 offers after the season ended. The Georgia commit is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.
Zane Williams Zane Williams 6'0" | 210 lbs | LB Wake Forest | 2024 State NC – LB, 6’0″ 210 (No. 5 LB, No. 24 Overall), Wake Forest HS. Zane displayed good lateral movement and speed to cover a lot of ground quickly to close in on the ball carrier for stops. He displayed good technique on tackles made in the open field. He finished last season with 142 total tackles, 34 which were tackles for losses and 10 sacks. Zane is a combination of power and quickness which enabled him to go unblocked on several plays. Zane’s dominant performance throughout the season generated Power5 and D1 offers after the season ended. The NC State commit is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.
Ryan Ziegler Ryan Ziegler 6'0" | 215 lbs | LB Cardinal Gibbons | 2024 State NC – LB, 6’0″ 215 (No. 7 LB, No. 108 Overall), Cardinal Gibbons HS. Ryan displayed good lateral movement and speed to cover ground quickly to close in on the ball carrier for stops. He displayed good technique on tackles made in the open field. He finished last season with 44 total tackles, 37 which were solo tackles and 9.5 tackles for losses. Ryan played on both sides of the ball for his team and lined up at fullback on red zone plays. He finished last season with 21 carries for 223 yards and 3 TDs. Ryan’s standout performances throughout the season generated D1 offers after the season ended. He is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.
Jani Norwood Jani Norwood 6'4" | 305 lbs | OL Eastern Randolph | 2024 State NC – OL, 6’4″ 300 (No. 8 OL, No. 38 Overall), Eastern Randolph HS. Jani displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He displayed quickness and upper body strength to drive-block defenders out of the play. Jani’s dominant play on the offensive line throughout the generated D1 offers after the season ended. He is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.
Umar Rockhead Umar Rockhead 6'4" | 265 lbs | OL Mallard Creek | 2024 State NC – OL, 6’5″ 265 (No. 9 OL, No. 39 Overall), Mallard Creek HS. Umar displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He used his length and quickness to drive-block defenders out of the play. Umar’s dominant performances throughout the season generated several D1 offers. He is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.
Whitt Newbauer Whitt Newbauer 6'5" | 210 lbs | QB Cardinal Gibbons | 2024 State NC – QB, 6’5″ 210 (No. 3 QB, No. 56 Overall), Cardinal Gibbons HS. Whit displayed good arm strength and ball velocity on short and medium range throws. He displayed follow through on throws on to the receivers. He remained calm in the pocket while under pressure to complete throws on target. Whit completed 139 passes for 1,963 yards and 16 TDs last season. He completed 62 percent of his passes for a QB rating of 103.9. He tucked it and ran when needed to gain 158 yards during the season. Whit’s standout performances throughout the season generated D1 offers after the season ended. The Mercer commit is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.
Nick Segarra Nick Segarra 6'6" | 225 lbs | TE Charlotte Catholic | 2024 State NC – TE, 6’6″ 225 (No. 2 TE, No. 67 Overall), Charlotte Catholic HS. Nick ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He used his body to shield defenders while making catches in traffic. He displayed good footwork and technique while blocking on the running plays. Nick displayed big-time potential on plays throughout the season which generated D1 offers. He had 10 receptions for 209 yards and 3 TDs during the season. He is expected to continue his high level of play during the upcoming season.