’25 Rankings Update: Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Use code Johnson30 for 30% off a new PRZ WI subscription!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the 2025 Rankings updated it is time to go through them and identify some of the biggest changes. There was plenty of movement up and down the board after an offseason of growth and development, plus another round of watching through the sophomore tape. That movement is the focus of today's article. We are going to dive into the athletes that made the biggest moves up the board and check out the tape and discuss what else may have helped each athlete climb the board. We start with a DL that needs to be on every board in the Midwest and beyond.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384572"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 11 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnIt is quickly becoming apparent that Oak Creek's [player_tooltip player_id='384572' first='Kevin' last='Wojciechowski'] is very special talent. After the update, we find him making his way inside the Top 10 ovearll and taking over the #1 spot on the DL. There is so much to like about Kevin's tape, and a lot of it comes from the parts you can't teach. The '25 DL has a massive, still developing frame at 6'6u0022 250 lbs. Kevin carries that size so well too. He has excellent range for the IDL position to chase down plays. His overall body control and balance is exceptional and allows him to move easily, recover from awkward angles, and be agile during his rush. Kevin does a good job with the technical side as well. He plays with his hands, maintains separation with those long arms, and keeps a wide base to help him hold the line when needed. He is a Need-to-Know prospect in this Class.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300802"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17571279/6359f82a04284d0cc0fb0e60' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d424730085b"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["383780"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 15 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnMoving up 15 spots, and knocking on the door of the Top 10, is Verona's [player_tooltip player_id='383780' first='Dylan' last='Hildebrand']. The 6'4u0022 300 lbs OT has quickly grown into the part of a high level OT. Every update we do the kid seems to grow another inch or two and add 15-20 lbs. The '25 OT has high end burst out of his stance in the run game. He closes quickly, and effortlessly transitions that burst into power at the point of contact. His punch devastates DL at the HS level. He is a nimble athlete, especially for his size. I love using the idea of a dancing bear when it fits, and Dylan personifies it perfectly. Dylan makes it look easy. His feet are quick and give him the ability to slide and mirror pass rushers effectively in pass protection. The Verona OT is big, athletic, powerful, and his body control is very good and getting better. Dylan is closing in on the other top OL in this Class.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d42473008bd"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17571279/6359f82a04284d0cc0fb0e60' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d42473008e0"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["291879"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 20 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnEvrett made a big move during these rankings updates, and has now taken over the spot of DB1 to along with his Top 20 overall rank. The 6' 185 lbs junior looks the part of a next level DB, and this summer he proved that he has the athleticism to play like one too. His camp numbers include a 4.50 40 yard dash, 4.12 5-10-5, 34u0022 vertical, a 6.86 L-Drill, and a 9'4u0022 broad jump. Those numbers match what we saw from him as a sophomore on the way to a State Championship. Tait is a rangy DB who is able to cover ground thanks to his speed, but also has the instincts and football IQ to allow him to be another step ahead of the offense. His aggressive, downhill play against the run rounds out his three level versatility at the safety position. Watching his intra-squad scrimmage highlights has me thinking we will be seeing him quite a bit on offense as well. Get ready for a big year from the Regis standout.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300969"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16273612/63829860da511d0b60c28953' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300997"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["613154"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 39 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnXzavier has had one of the most impressive offseasons in WI, and I am confident it is going to come to fruition with a big breakout junior season. Grabher played his sophomore season at 205 lbs and didn't allow a sack all season. He is now 6'4u0022 255 lbs! When you see that much growth during only a few months you can have concerns about the athletic side of the athlete's game. However, we were lucky enough to have Grabher at the PRZ WI Showcase this spring and he impressed with how well he was still able to move at his new size, plus the added strength was noticeable. Get on this dude now because he is going to make a  name for himself this fall.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300a04"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["685891"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 29 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnWe got a small glimpse into what Sun Prairie East's [player_tooltip player_id='685891' first='Cooper' last='White'] can do on the varsity field during his sophomore season. He made plays on both sides of the ball in six starts, primarily on offense. However, this season is going to be when he makes a name for himself. There already should be a buzz around him because of how well he performed this summer. Cooper left little question about his athleticism. His numbers would hold their own against anyone in the state, a 41.7u0022 vertical, 4.55 40 speed, 9'5u0022 broad jump. All the numbers translate to the field too. Especially at receiver where White uses his quick twitch explosiveness to be a sudden route runner. His long speed allows him to take the top off the defense, and the young playmaker tracks the ball well downfield. Get ready for his breakout year this fall.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300a8a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16136958/637161c3664c890520dcb0f4' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300abc"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["245986"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 54 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnOne of the biggest risers is our new RB1 in the Class of 2025. The more I watch Josiah the more I become a fan of him. His tape shows a well rounded talent who is building up the traits to be a reliable three down back at this level and the next. He has built a sturdy, powerful 6' 190 lbs frame. His thick frame allows him to handle the physical aspects of the game. He can play between the tackles, and lower his shoulder while running his feet to break through tackles. Johnson also has the long speed to turn the corner and win a lot of foot races down the sideline. The big man also has shown lateral explosiveness in tight quarters to create space or make defenders miss. Finally, Josiah can be a receiver out of the backfield. He has soft hands and the vision to create big plays after the catch. Keep an eye on his this fall. The climb might not be done for him.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300b4b"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16341006/6358083df31d150cd49e7a7f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300b7f"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["642456"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 26 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnA junior who really impressed while watching through all the tape again was Madison Memorial's DB [player_tooltip player_id='642456' first='Marion' last='Moore']. The 5'11u0022 170 lbs athlete checks off a lot of boxes that you look for in a DB. His feet are very quick as are his hips. That allows him to be able to play man coverage and be able to turn and run deep with receivers. He can also change directions with next level acceleration out of his breaks. No question he has the reactive athleticism for the next level. The junior is also an opportunistic athlete with the ball skills to be able to create turnovers and or break up passes. Last, Moore has the range to be able to cover a deep zone. Get ready for Marion to prove he is a lock down athlete starting next week.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300c25"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16351320/635ecf344ba8260c80b11303' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300c5e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384557"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 36 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnA riser who will be making game-changing plays on both sides of the ball this season is Whitefish Bay's [player_tooltip player_id='384557' first='Harry' last='Bortolotti']. The WR/RB/DB is a 5'9u0022 175 lbs bully on offense. He beats up DBs as a blocker out wide. In his limited RB play, Harry has shown the natural instincts and vision to find blocks and alleys to run through. That same physical play style comes through when he is at DB stopping the run. The junior attacks downhill, closes quickly, and is a reliable wrap up tackler. In coverage, Harry has the hips to be able to flip and run and the speed to stay with them deep. The junior can do it all. Keep an eye on him this fall.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300ce4"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16832025/6355c031bd74ac0c5c5f831c' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300d18"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["263018"],"_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":"u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eStock Movement: Up 77 Spotsu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003ernrnThis offseason we saw Bradley make the move to DeForest. I have high expectations for the incoming junior to break out this fall. He has the talent to do so. This offseason Bradley has also shown how freakish of an athlete he is. That includes a nearly 42u0022 vertical jump, and a sub 4.7 40 time. On the field you see that explosiveness show up in his lateral agility and acceleration. Bradley is difficult to contain in space and once he gets an alley you see that 4.68 40 speed. I'm excited to see what he does against a consistently high level of competition this fall at DeForest.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300d97"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17411378/632a19884df5de0524bf8df8' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64d4247300dcc"} /-->