2024 Rankings Risers: Offense

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Deep dive into the 2024 offensive prospects that are rising up the PRZ state rankings.</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["927203"],"_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":"Haeckel possesses a well-rounded skillset at 6'6” 285 lbs. Equally effective and technically sound as both a run blocker and in his pass set he's able to control defenders using his length and natural strength at the contact point. Has good movement skills and footwork to work to the perimeter or second level and line up a defender in space. Has the ability to overpower opponents and finish to the ground or create positional leverage to wall off. He's got active hands and uses them well to sustain a block throughout the play. Played a big role in protecting QB [player_tooltip player_id='115509' first='Navi' last='Bruzon'] and Liberty's run the Open Division Championship. Picked up offers from San Diego, NAU, and Colgate before committing to ASU as preferred walk-on.rnrn4 Offers: ASU (PWO), San Diego, NAU, Colgate","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-659d2a14c3bbd"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/HaeckelKaden52/status/1732442987748327438","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/HaeckelKaden52/status/1732442987748327438 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["115518"],"_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":"Watson has continued to show great year over year improvement throughout his career while climbing the PRZ state rankings. At 6'3” 200 lbs. he's got a well-balanced frame with length. A savvy and instinctual athlete, he does a great job creating plays and improvising when protection breaks down. Smooth over the top release, he shows a good ability to hit his spots at all three levels while mixing up velocities. Skillset allows him to attack defenses in a lot of different ways. Flashes as a ball carrier that is elusive in the open field and can uses his size/strength to fight through contact. Like his start/stop speed and quick lateral cut ability. He's smart with the football and rarely forces a ball into coverage. Threw for almost 2,600 yards and 29 touchdowns with only three interceptions in 2023. Signed to BYU on early signing day, joining his brother Pierce Watson who had five D1 offers as a 2023 recruit.rnrn1 Offer: BYU","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-659d2a14c3c6f"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/alaqcfootball/status/1739840613074518317","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/alaqcfootball/status/1739840613074518317 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["115509"],"_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":"The highly decorated QB is a pure football player and proven winner. After leading Liberty to the Open Division state championship, he was voted the 2023 Ed Doherty Award winner, Max Preps AZ Player of the Year, and won back to back Gatorade Player of the Year. Under recruited throughout his career, he's got a wide skillset as both a passer and runner. He shows great command of the position and offense while being able to anticipate and throw his receivers open with good touch and trajectory. Accurate from the pocket, he makes quick decisive reads but his ability to throw on the run and from off balance platforms sets him apart. A plus athlete, that is great at escaping the rush and making a play with his legs. Threw for 3,300 yards while rushing for almost a 1,000 and accounting for 53 total touchdowns. Offered by Morgan State, San Diego, Air Force, and NAU (PWO) before committing/signing to ASU as a preferred walk-on. Loaded QB room at ASU but can no doubt play at that level.rnrn5 Offers: Morgan State, San Diego, Air Force, NAU (PWO), ASU (PWO)","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-659d2a14c3d09"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/navibruzon/status/1732813813945094643","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/navibruzon/status/1732813813945094643 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["169438"],"_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":"Luke led the state in rushing with 2,300 yards and 29 touchdowns and is one of the top uncommitted players left in the 2024 class. He's a violent downhill runner at 5'11” 220 lbs. with a strong compact frame. Possesses a good combination of power and speed. He's a natural with the ball in his hands that rarely goes down on first contact and shows good vision to find and attack open running lanes. Runs with good pad level and leverage with the contact balance to break tackles and maintain forward momentum. Shows great strength and toughness and is an outstanding dual sport athlete, 59-0 record as a wrestler. Voted the 4A player of the year and is extremely under recruited. Skillset that can also transition well to a LB at the college level. Whoever lands him is getting a steal.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-659d2a14c3dac"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KaydenLuke2/status/1721965257999188351","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/KaydenLuke2/status/1721965257999188351 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["169422"],"_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":"Hackworth is a natural football player and a dynamic athlete accounting for almost 5,000 yards of total offense and 55 touchdowns. At 5'9” 160 lbs. he exploits defenses as an accurate passer and explosive ball carrier. Throws a good ball with a fluid delivery and full extension to get added velocity and depth. Flashes good ability to layer the ball over second level defenders with touch. Like his ability to anticipate throws with good timing and ball placement. Dangerous as a ball carrier when he escapes pressure or on designed runs using his short area burst and lateral quickness to be elusive at the first/second level and his top end speed to run away from defenders. Voted 3A Player of the Year by the media after winning the 3A state championship and breaking the Southern Arizona career passing touchdown record with 93. Also, a very good DB. Offered by Ottawa, New Mexico Highlands, Rocky Mountain, Lake Forest, and Wisconsin-River Falls.rnrn5 Offers: Ottawa, New Mexico Highlands, Rocky Mountain, Lake Forest, Wisconsin-River Falls","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-659d2a14c3e36"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CameronHackwor1/status/1594129819117445121","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/CameronHackwor1/status/1594129819117445121 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->