Cover 2: Week 0 Class B Prospect Matchups to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Opening week is upon us and the Class B schedule offers some intriguing games that should clarify between top teams and the development of programs in their second year. This article will briefly cover a player-versus-player match in each game. These players have the talent and potential to break out this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Norris vs Blair</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["408064"],"_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":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/jaxg8su0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/jaxg8su003c/au003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eThe recent Air Force commit had a fantastic summer in camps and on the 7v7 fields, including an MVP award from a Norris hosted tournament this year. Gate has a strong frame with long arms that allows him to highpoint balls on the offensive and defensive side. Top notch ball instincts allow him to adjust to throws and his speed allows him to always have a play on the ball. Gates is ready for a All-State type of year.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu0026nbsp;u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["250307"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/baessler_ethanu0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/baessler_ethanu003c/au003ernrnClass B's gold medalist in the 100m and 200m races in 2023, Baessler has game changing type of speed. On the offensive side, he provides assistance in the run game with sweep plays, but the Bears just try to get the ball in his hands and allow him to go to work. On the defensive side, his speed keeps him in plays. Baessler can limit opponents to throwing to one side of the field with his ability to limit any throwing lanes. Gates's length against Baessler's speed will make for a battle to watch.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":2,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ded51b9cd10"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Elkhorn North vs Beatrice</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["319200"],"_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":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/ChaseLoftin8u0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/ChaseLoftin8u003c/au003ernrnThe next big Tight End in Nebraska, with multiple Division I schools interested, Loftin will have a target on his back both by his quarterback and the defense. His big frame and athleticism makes him a nightmare matchup for defenses. After a solid 2022-23 season with over 500 yards receiving and 5 touchdowns, Loftin will be targeted heavily and will no doubt build on those numbers.rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["704085"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/crew_meints11u0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/crew_meints11u003c/au003ernrnMeint is big defensive back with solid ball instincts. On the offensive side he plays quarterback, which helps him identify plays quickly and break quickly on routes. Meints has solid size and can play physical making the matchup with Loftin a must see. A dual threat quaterback, you could see Meints breakout if he can do damage to the Orangemen's defense and make things difficult for Loftin on the defensive side.rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":2,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ded51b9cdb4"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Omaha Westview vs Crete</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["415144"],"_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":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/JacksonPost07u0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/JacksonPost07u003c/au003ernrnA three-sport athlete, Post will be one of the first highly sought after prospects in the early years of Westview High School. His physical attributes are solid, and he is still growing. He can fill holes or chase down a running back. Play in coverage while taking on blockers to make tackles. He led the team in tackles his first year and is example type leader for the Wolverines. Look for scouts to really start focusing on Post.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1029602' first='Cesar' last='Linares']","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_1_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_1_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_1_player_details_school":"Crete High School","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_1_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_1_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"A multi-sport athlete himself, Linares is a scrappy competitor who uses his athleticism to throw his body around. Linares will get his opportunity this year with a strong senior class gone from 2022-23 season. The Cardinals use Linares at both Strong Safety and Linebacker, and he will get a good load of carries at running back. His wrestling background helps his physicality as he likes to mix it up. It will be interesting to see how the Wolverines offense will handle Linares's physical play, but also a dynamic scene when Post and Linares faceoff in a run lane.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":2,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ded51b9ce9e"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Lincoln Pius X vs Lincoln NorthWest</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["326862"],"_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":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/Kolbe_Volkmer11u0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/Kolbe_Volkmer11 His u003c/au003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eA young man with all the physical traits to be a next level quarterback, Volkmer will take the helm for the Thunderbolts this year. Standing at 6'5u0022 and weighing 220lbs, his size allows him to see throwing lanes clearly and difficult quarterback to bring down in the backfield. Volkmer has the arm talent to make any throw but will need to continue to improve his understanding of the offense and his accuracy. His recruiting interest will grow as the year progresses with his measurables and play.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='974033' first='Tyler' last='Aldridge'] ","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_1_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_1_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_1_player_details_school":"Lincoln Northwest","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_1_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_1_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"The Falcons, who also are entering their 2nd year as a school, had a shortened season so we only got a sample of their talent. Aldridge was someone who popped for them. He averaged over 37 yards a catch with his limited opportunities, showing a speed and elusiveness that could give Class B defenses some problems. With good hands and speed at the defensive back position, we should see a chess match between Aldridge and Volkmer that may determine the game. Aldridge is a breakout candidate for sure and will open some eyes.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":2,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ded51b9cf65"} /-->