Catching up on Top New England Underclassmen

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There were many great performances this season around New England. In this report, I will preview 5 Top Underclassmen prospects I project will likely spark college attention or increase the attention they already have from colleges after solid performances this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["385310"],"_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_tooltip player_id='385310' first='Antwane' last='Mills']rnrnMills was a force for his team this season on both sides of the ball.  I saw him play in a live setting in late October. His wide base with a powerful lower body stood out in offensive reps while playing center. Has good quickness reaction to defenders and moves well in space. On defense, he has good gap integrity and can cause havoc during interior line play. A very physical and tough presence was observed during live play.rnrnu003cstrongu003eHead Coach Anthony Fucillou003c/strongu003e : u0022Antwane played at a high level on both sides of the ball for us. High football IQ, Can ID fronts and blitzes at a level much above his experience. Tough, physical player, can play any spot on the OL, see him as a college interior OL.u0022rnrnBefore season play, he was ranked as the # 4 offensive lineman in class of 2026 in New England.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabefc7"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16765612/6564fde047970807d06dcd05' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf025"} /--> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["801046"],"_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":"Nick Fiumararnrnu0022Fiumara is a Top Lineman recruit in the class of 2026. He has a massive 6'4u0022 frame. Got a chance to see him play in a live setting in late October and he easily passed the eye test that many college coaches will be conducting. He displayed very good lower body power. I was super impressed with his overall physicality, toughness and desire to finish blocks.  He plays with tenacity and he is nasty.  He uses excellent leverage to get movement on 1st level defenders in the trenches.rnrnu003cstrongu003eAssistant Coach Joe LaLiberte:u003c/strongu003e  u0022This guy was a rock for our OL just in his sophomore year. Two-year starter with incredible potential. Plays with intensity, sets a great example every day, and gives extremely high effort. The ceiling is sky high for this young man!u0022rnrnBefore season play, he was ranked as the # 3 offensive lineman in class of 2026 in New England.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf0cd"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16745990/6554e395a6773006c8de10a5' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf104"} /--> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["801023"],"_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":"Sam KelleyrnrnA very versatile athlete. He can play multiple positions and his Head Coach knows that. Another player I observed play in a live setting this season.  He lined up at linebacker, runing back, full back/H-back, and Wide Receiver. On offense, he is a gem with the ball in his hands.  At RB, he ran downhill and finished runs with power.  At H-back, he was a force lead blocker, and at wide receiver he can pluck the ball in the air and always looks for the YAC.rnrnOn defense, he is a natural linebacker and has high-level instincts to run or pass situations. Checks many boxes for LB traits needed.  He is just an all-around football player with a lot of football opportunities ahead of himself. Holds an early offer from Umass that he received after the 2022 season play.rnrnBefore season play, he was ranked as the # 2 linebacker in class of 2026 in New England.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf156"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16680315/6560efe15b3d080560594e2b' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf177"} /--> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["600112"],"_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":"Tristan YepdornrnThe rising defenisve back had a great season on both sides of the ball. He has very good field vision while playing safety and has great speed to come down for run support and make plays. His play on offense shined this season.  He was a deep threat weapon that defenses had to account for or take a loss.rnrnWhat I like the most in his skill set is his ability and desire to hustle and strike through ball carriers on defense. He can also be a ball hawk at safety because he reads the field well and has the obvious quickness to react fast. I like how he is so involved on both sides of the ball as a sophomore. This will surely help his recruiting stock.  At 6'1u0022 170lbs, his lean athletic frame stands out and has me curious as to how much more growth potential he has left.rnrnBefore season play, we had him ranked as the #2 defensive back in class of 2026 in New England.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf1c6"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17784351/655c39164bb2390b90aabaee' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf1e6"} /--> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["629269"],"_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":"Lucas MagnificornrnHe saw varsity action during 2022 season as a freshman linebacker on varsity.  Flip ahead, he earned the starting position again at linebacker for his team this season. At 6'4u0022 his large frame stands out.  Has obvious length in his arms and legs. This season he racked up 45 solo tackles, 26 assisted and 12 tackle for losses in just 6 games played. Another solid season for this rising sophomore. He can bend and is a solid open-field tackler. He can strike the ball carrier through the body or use a wrap-and-roll technique with his ability to bend.rnrnHe has worked hard in the off-season to help in his technical and athletic skills which continue to trend upward. His work ethic and size should attract many college programs moving forward.  His verified athletic testing numbers will be a determining factor as to what level he will land at the college level.rnrnBefore season play, we had him ranked as the # 3 linebacker in class of 2026 in New England.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf234"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16674318/655a96f5f561210bb4bb9cb8' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6567afaabf253"} /-->