On the Road, Impressions from my Three Weeks of Travel, Weeks 0-2

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong>STEELTON HIGHSPIRE 42 (1-0) VS IMANI CHRISTIAN</strong> <strong>27 (0-1)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["377447"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003emightily impressed with this kid on both sides of the ball when I was in attendance.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eserved as a consistent rusher off the edge, consistent pressure either to the QB or disrupting BCs and punters with almost instant penetration.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eTFLs, a safety, sacks, the kid was a blur against a RT that had no business blocking the lean and long [player_tooltip player_id='377447' first='Kam' last='Chisholm'].u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eChisholm provided impact blocking when aligned at TE or WR too, effort to block for his guys downfield impressed me.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ePrimaries as an EDGE defender but caught some balls against Imani, works stick and hitch routes well, can square up and show his numbers to the QB to provide a big target.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eExcited to get him ranked after watching more of his tape after Week 0.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ebfe9e2befb"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["920505"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eprobably the most eye-opening first impression on this list.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eVandiver torched the Steelton secondary both from the pocket or out.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAnticiplatory throws seen from the pocket, hitting nines, posts, digs, curls, slants, wheels, all on time and in rhythm.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWhat separates this kid from the bunch is what he's capable of when the offensive line can't hold up, or when plays break down.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAwesome in impromptu situations, can churn up yards both in designed QB keepers or when improvising on his own accord.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRunning with the football, creating for himself, this isn't newsworthy. His ability to couple this skill with real passing skills is what leaves me excited. Will rank high.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ebfe9e2bf6f"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["489184"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eImpressed with [player_tooltip player_id='489184' first='Gabriel' last='Jenkins']' work against the run, stationed in the front-seven and inside the box, despite his DB designation. Running to the football, attacking angles, shedding, and getting to ball carriers before plays could develop.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eSteelton had their fair share of splash plays on offense, yet Jenkins did what he could to thwart promising plays from becoming big ones.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ec2b21bfc23"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong>YORK HIGH 20 (0-1) VS. HARRISBURG 50 (1-0)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["258550"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eAmari Davis looked re-energized in a new setting.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eServed as the starting safety, came away with an interception off a tipped ball in the game I attended.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ecan be deployed in two-high sets. Attacks plays in front of his face well.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLooked quick to the football, provided some equality clean-up tackles in run support.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLike how comfortable he's looking early on, will watch more of his tapes as the season progresses.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ebfe9e2c05a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["855334"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003edespite the tough loss, I came away pleased with [player_tooltip player_id='855334' first='James' last='Abney']'s performance against the loaded Harrisburg offense.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLined up against a Division One prospect in Sir Kayne Venable and was able to beat him on multiple occasions, utilizing a solid get-off to get deep upfield and to Shawn Lee.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRegistered one sack, could have easily been three.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAbney is a kid I wanted to rank high but didn't have enough to work with to really stamp his name. I'm leaning toward boosting this kid so long as he keeps performing well for WPY.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eCan't go without mentioning the quality blocks he put on tape when aligned at tight end.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ebfe9e2c107"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["943636"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eHarrisburg freshman team MVP last Fall, on WL solely because of a lack of tape on Hudlu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eScored a touchdown in the 50 20 win over WPY. 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Haven't found much of anything after this week 0 appearance, however.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ebfe9e2c299"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["916996"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eOne of the better, more lasting impressions made on myself came out of 2025 RB prospect [player_tooltip player_id='916996' first='Nehemiah' last='Ewell'], who is going to see a substantial jump in his ranking after the season.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eBig back, 6'1, 190+, tends to fall forward, can be trusted to not run out of bounds, instead fighting for yardage downfield.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ePlenty of splash runs on the night, working out of gun and taking inside zone handoffs between the tackles.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eEwell ripped off scores on a 45+ yard run, as well as another score on an 85-yard run soon after.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHell of a night that will stick with me all the way to December.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ebfe9e2c2d5"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1091162' first='Zymere' last='Hill']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Harrisburg","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e[player_tooltip player_id='1091162' first='Zymere' last='Hill'] also scored on the night, making the story of the night the three new backs deployed by Harrisburg.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eThree TDs on the night, runs of 15, 45, and 65, the 65-yard touchdown showcasing angle-breaking speed and acceleration when bouncing runs outside of the tacklesu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDeciding which back is the more special of the three is tough. Zymere came away with the best overall performance, will add he served as a pass-catcher out of the backfield too.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ebfe9e2c40e"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1695607583174791397","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1695607583174791397 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong>Germantown Academy 50 (1-0) vs. Simon Gratz 28 (1-1)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["264252"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003elack of tape has led to [player_tooltip player_id='264252' first='George' last='Arendt'], a top 200 prospect, being held off the rankings officially. Despite the lack of tape on Hudl, I know all too well what this kid is capable of.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eIn the Gratz-GTown game I attended, Arendt put Gratz DBs to work, beating coverage seamlessly to get himself open in the endzone on two different occasions.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eYou can ask Arednt, he hardly broke a sweat doing so, he'll battle [player_tooltip player_id='150535' first='Andrew' last='Towsen'], another top 100 prospects, for targets from promising prospect [player_tooltip player_id='402474' first='Xavier' last='Stearn'].u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10781"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697667306795532667","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697667306795532667 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402474"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003ethe stats are great, flashy production, it's the little things that impress me with Stearn's performance against Gratz down the shore.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eConsistent base and dropback with each passing rep, you just don't see this often from young quarterbacks especially ones making their first start.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eGreat head movement, can dart from read to read, but Stearn isn't fidgety with his eyes, both feet and eyes are calm post and pre-snap. Base stays tight during drop back as well as when stepping into the pocket.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eeffortless deep ball, threw multiple 30+ yard TDs with a simple forward hip and flick. Not too much of a hitch visible from what I saw.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAccurate and on time when targetting routes underneath the defense, has no shame in taking what the defense gives him. Catches the snap, finds his key defender, and hits outs or hitches outside the nimbers with ease, often doing so from the opposite hash mark too.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eA dominant performance from a kid I'm very fond of.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd107c4"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697686623306108986","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697686623306108986 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["915715"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eIOL and IDl reps out of [player_tooltip player_id='915715' first='Zach' last='Kniese'] impressed me.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAlways tough distinguishing between players in the trenches when at a game live, yet oftentimes I'd see 78 absolutely flattening kids.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eGlancing at the aftermath of plays, you'd often see Kniese either in the backfield, tackling a Gratz player for a TFL, or on top of a Gratz defender after beating him at the LOS from his guard position.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10886"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1091166' first='Anthony' last='Lara']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2411","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Germantown Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eArendt, Stearn, and Kniese are all ranked, [player_tooltip player_id='1091166' first='Anthony' last='Lara'] is the new Germantown Prospect on my radar after attending the game.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003escored twice in this one, his motor and ability to make something out of nothing impressed me.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eSlight frame, probably lighter than 170 pounds, yet you couldn't tell in this one.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eSets up his runs well, good eye discipline lets him cut at the last moment and catch defenders off guard. Great drive in his legs to keep runs alive that should have ended 3-5 yards earlier. I'll stash his name for future purposes.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd109c3"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10a3d"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong>La Salle Explorers 7 (1-1) vs Malvern Prep Friars 13 (1-0)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["646687"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10ac6"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["388154"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003ethese two sophomores are looking well beyond their years.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eI've been following them both for some time, so I'm hardly surprised, yet the two are making strides and developing quicker than I had imagined, largely in part because they don't really have a choice, La Salle needs these two to step up into crucial roles.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eJohn-Patrick Oates is currently second on the team in terms of receiving yards, racking up 150+ yards in three games on nine catches, while also catching one of [player_tooltip player_id='284126' first='Gavin' last='Sidwar']'s many TD passes.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eJoey O'Brien has an interception to his name, one that I saw live against Malvern Prep down the shore. PBUs, big-time coverage stops littered throughout the game, tape too. Although O'Brien exists as a soon-to-be shutdown corner, in the game I attended, he came down with multiple catches in huge moments to help La Salle stay in a game late. He might not light up a stat sheet, yet his overall skillset suggests he's more than capable of doing so.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10b20"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697745727362064600","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697745727362064600 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["284126"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eDespite the countless times seeing this kid live, whether at 7v7s, camps, this is the first time I saw [player_tooltip player_id='284126' first='Gavin' last='Sidwar'] in live action.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eA dog who has the mental make-up to not be deterred by big moments in games.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eMore performances like this will have La Salle competitive against any team in the state.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e13-18, 29-43, 20-29, the last three completion ratios for Sidwar, all against great talent.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e830 yards and six touchdowns in three games. Consider these close losses as considerable growth necessary for Sidwar to develop, grow, and take the leap toward being one of the best QBs in the state.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10c24"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697760060259086718","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697760060259086718 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1091168' first='Grayson' last='McKeogh'] ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2406","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"La Salle College","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e[player_tooltip player_id='1091168' first='Grayson' last='McKeogh'] couldn't help but stand out on the field.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e6'8, 235, starting opposite [player_tooltip player_id='255739' first='Kieran' last='Campbell'].u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e4.33 GPAu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ehuge size, one that has to intrigue collegiate coaches that stop by the program.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003estuck out like a sore thumb, had 3 to 4 passes deflected in this one, something that should be a given each week.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWas close to registering a sack against MP, still came up big defending the run.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eStill raw, not sure how new to football he might be.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eIs a name I'll throw to college coaches.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10c9d"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["386327"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10ce1"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["386145"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003ehad to highlight these two.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDylan Clair and [player_tooltip player_id='386145' first='Jack' last='Leuthe'], two 2025 linebackers stashed on our Watchlists, have turned into grown men before my eyes. Clair and Leuthe had to combine for at least 15 tackles together, if not more.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eMalvern Prep had their fair share of big plays, yet if MP's offense was throttled, it was likely Clair and Leuthe who put a stop to any would-be big plays by Smith and company.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDogs who run to the football, two backers who sniff out runs and are willing to put their bodies on the line to stop many of the backs Malvern Prep deploys.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eI heard Leuthe might've come away injured after this one, which would be a huge shame. Either way, both linebackers are on a fast track to getting ranked, as well as garnering some attention in recruiting.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10d21"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["598777"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003ePeople made noise about my ranking of Pellicciotta, placing him inside the top 20 among DBs.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ePellicciotta's two-way, versatile performance against La Salle proves this kid belongs with the big boys in terms of ranking.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eA touchdown pass caught, a touchdown on the ground, 119 total yards from scrimmage in what I'd call limited opportunities on offense.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eA clutch player who can double as an equally impressive defensive back.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eIt's tough to have your stock rise when you're already ranked as a D1 prospect, Andrew might've done just that, however.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10d62"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697756179219271997","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697756179219271997 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["178688"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10de4"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["602549"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10fa7"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["303074"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003ehard to be surprised by anything these three do on the field.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHard to find bigger fans of Udo, Blakey, and Tabasso than me, these three held down the front four, coming up with an abundance of TFLs and Sacks against La Salle.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eBernard and Udo registered three sacks as a duo, with Udo coming away with two to Blakey's one. Bottling up [player_tooltip player_id='255069' first='Stevie' last='Davis'] and making [player_tooltip player_id='284126' first='Gavin' last='Sidwar'] uncomfortable is no easy feat, especially with some of the names up front blocking for La Salle.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eTabasso was all over the field too, was tough to see him through the trash in the trenches from my seat on the sideline, yet I must've heard his name called 6-8 times in this one.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10ee5"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697773772353220825","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1697773772353220825 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["599447"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eBauer's 10+ tackle performance further solidified his stance as one of the best linebackers in the state.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHis build/frame is a daunting one, one that I know opposing backs don't want barrelling toward them in the open field or in the gaps.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDoesn't look like your average 6'1, 220 pound linebacker.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRegistered tackles downfield, towards the sideline, outside the numbers, long story short, the kid was everywhere against La Salle.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eNot only witnessed Bauer play the run, he played the pass and was willing to attack curl zones to the left or right of him.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64f4f2fd10e24"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong>Roman 30 vs Episcopal Academy 14</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["826552"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eWas the new name identified at this oneu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHere is what I had to say about Luke Van Brill in an earlier piece.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eu003cemu003eI don't dabble into NJ football too much, and it shows. Noticed a [player_tooltip player_id='826552' first='Luke' last='Van Brill'] getting significant time, producing too, was a name I didn't recognize on Roman's Hudl. Van Brill is apparently ranked as a top-ten TE in NJ before transferring to Roman before the season. 6'1, a filled-out 210. Can designate as a WR/TE depending on where Roman wants to align him pre-snap. A tough kid whose defensive reps prepare him for trench work, so having him block as an in-line TE isn't out of his comfort zone. I'd consider him an impact blocker, especially considering his size. Van Brill likely projects to LB at the next level, yet using Van Brill in an H-back style makes too much sense. Align him in the slot, he can work seams and corners. Align him at MLB and he can plug holes like some of the best in the state. Utilize him in the backfield, at FB, at ITE, he can help block in more sophisticated run sets. I like this kid a ton.u003c/emu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003escored twice, involved everywhere. Becoming a big fan.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-650261461a55f"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1700287721137217664","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1700287721137217664 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["377544"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-650261461a5d0"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["263022"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-650261461a61b"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["598902"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eThe likes of [player_tooltip player_id='177710' first='Jah' last='Jah Boyd'], [player_tooltip player_id='164519' first='Mikey' last='Preston'], [player_tooltip player_id='386091' first='Julian' last='Green'], and William Felder have seen plenty of tick on our site. I've decided to highlight a few new defenders out of Roman that impressed me, a group that set the tone early in this easy win against Episcopal Academy.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDiabira, formerly out of Frankford and Lincoln, and [player_tooltip player_id='263022' first='Mykell' last='Ford'], formerly out of Governor Mifflin, have both made their presences felt through three games. They each made plays when I attended their matchup last weekend. Diabira has a lot more dog in his than I give him credit for. In on tackles all throughout the field, a ton of displacement from his alignment pre-snap, this kid is a runner and brings a motor and energy with him. He scored on a scoop-and-score early in this one.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eJaasai Simmons made me think Jameial Lyons was on the field for a moment. That is after Simmons absolutely destroyed an EPA athlete on an end-around that he read like a book. This led to the first scoop-and-score of the first quarter.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eJameial Lyons's don't grow on trees, yet Roman has something cooking with Simmons, who is looking more filled out than ever.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-650261461a697"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1700284668065517867","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1700284668065517867 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["255737"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-650261461a701"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["399286"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eAlthough Roman had this game in the bag early, taking a 30-0 lead into the fourth quarter, I can't go without mentioning the efforts of [player_tooltip player_id='255737' first='Ijaaz' last='Abdul-Malik'] and [player_tooltip player_id='399286' first='Alphonso' last='Koukou']. The game would have ended with a score of 60-0 had these two not continued to put forth serious effort in stopping the run or making [player_tooltip player_id='386284' first='Semaj' last='Beals'] uncomfortable.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eBoth Abdul-Malik and Koukou rank as D1-level prospects, so I'm not surprised the two came up big at times. 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