4 Underrated Recruits In The 2024 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've got 4 recruits in the 2024 class who are seemingly being overlooked by schools everywhere but have more than enough talent to make a big impact at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='149963' first='Timothy' last='Dixon'] - Evansville North - OL - 6'0" 285lbs</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dixon is a physical player upfront who is absolutely fantastic in the running game. He does a great job with his landmarks, hand placement, and working with leverage. He's off the line quickly, doesn't struggle in short areas or small spaces, and has the strength to stand up a 3 or Nose from a bullrush. While he's not the tallest or longest lineman, he's got plenty of reach and isn't ever in a mismatch. He's been a starter since Day 1 of his high school career and has only gotten much better each year. He's going to have 4 years of starting, a ton of reps, and still, an untapped ceiling that he can get to. Dixon is the perfect target for any school looking to upgrade their line, and there's even a chance he can do it on Day 1 like he did in Highschool.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Twitter: <strong>@TimothyDixon_75</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='841851' first='Aiden' last='Waller'] - Reitz Memorial - OL - 6'3" 260lbs</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Waller is an impressive lineman who has experience on the inside but could move to the outside if needed. He's got plenty of length, good feet in the passing game, and doesn't reach or get clammy with his hands. He's got good hand placement and is able to drive defenders straight back in the running game. On top of all that, he's able to bend with ease and out of his stance in a hurry. He's even got experience on the other side of the ball and creating penetration into the backfield in the running game. He seems like a quick learner and doesn't seem to make a ton of mistakes on the field. Waller has been sound for Reitz Memorial since he's stepped on the field and there's no reason to think that will change this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Twitter: <strong>@AidenWaller1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='842303' first='Deon' last='Richmond'] - Tindley - QB - 6'6" 195lbs</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richmond is a really fun recruit in general. He's obviously tall and stands out of the crowd, but it's the athleticism he has with his frame that makes him so intriguing. While he is a basketball recruit as well, there's a chance he could be swayed off the court once schools come lurking for his football ability. He's able to stress defenses with his legs, so it keeps them honest. He's then a solid passer, still developing, but has potential there as well. The one thing he does not do is turn the ball over. He does a great job protecting the ball and not putting it in harm's way. Last season he put up 1230 passing yards, 11 TDs through the air, added another 3 TDs on the ground, and only threw 3 interceptions on the year. Richmond is the perfect type of guy who is worth trying to get to stay on the football field after his high school days.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Twitter: <strong>@DeonRichmond18</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='925586' first='Jacob' last='Braun'] - Westfield - WR - 5'10" 155lbs</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Braun is a dynamic recruit, especially when he gets the ball in his hands. He's incredibly shifty and creative. He's able to pick up positive yardage, even in moments where he likely shouldn't be able to. He's quick with his cuts and does a great job transferring his weight when he cuts. This is what allows him to pick up so much YAC. He's got great ball carrier vision and is able to see things as they're developing with the ball in his hands. His speed and agility give him great potential coming out of the slot as well. He catches the ball easily and then immediately wants to get North and South. He hasn't had much opportunity on Varisty yet, but as he enters his Senior year you have to imagine he's more than chomping at the bit. He's got all the talent and potential, now he just needs to light it up on Fridays like he's been doing on Saturdays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Twitter: <strong>@JacobBraunn8</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->