2027 Freshmen of Influence – Part Two
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There is a talented group of freshmen prospects who started their high school careers on the varsity level, making an impact. They displayed impressive individual performances throughout the season. The players listed in this two – part review is amongst…
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Continue ReadingThere is a talented group of freshmen prospects who started their high school careers on the varsity level, making an impact. They displayed impressive individual performances throughout the season. The players listed in this two – part review is amongst the best in the class.
Bryce Johnson Bryce Johnson 6'3" | 295 lbs | OL Weddington | 2027 State NC – OL, 6’3″ 295 (No. 2 OL, No. 38 Overall), Weddington HS. Bryce displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He displayed quickness out of his stance and upper body strength to drive block defenders out of the play. His team finished the season as the State 4A Champions.
Ethan Royal Ethan Royal 6'1" | 170 lbs | QB Hough | 2027 State NC – QB, 6’0″ 170 (No. 1 QB, No. 12 Overall), Hough HS. Ethan displayed calmness while leading the offensive unit in limited action during the season. He completed 17 of 34 passes for 296 yards and 4 TDs. He displayed good arm strength on short and medium range throws. Ethan displayed good ball velocity and accuracy on throws on target to the receivers. He has already received Power5 and D1 offers, more are expected to come in during his high school career.
Jared Street Jared Street 5'10" | 155 lbs | QB West Cabarrus | 2027 State NC – QB, 5’10” 155 (No. 2 QB, No. 13 Overall), West Cabarrus HS. Jared displayed good arm strength on short and medium range throws. He displayed good ball velocity and accuracy on throws on target to the receivers. He completed 111 of 240 passes for 1,318 yards and 9 TDs during the season. Jared has already received D1 offers, more are expected to come in during his high school career.
Karvin Magwood Karvin Magwood 5'10" | 175 lbs | RB New Bern | 2027 State NC – RB, 5’9″ 170 (No. 1 RB, No. 27 Overall), New Bern HS. Karvin followed blockers while looking for an opening to gain yards. He displayed speed to accelerate past defenders in the open field to gain big yardage. He displayed good balance and vision while running inside to gain yards. Karvin finished the season with 147 carries for 948 yards and 12 TDs. He had 14 receptions for 61 yards and 1 TD.
Calvin Lacewell Calvin Lacewell 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB Lakewood | 2027 State NC – RB, 5’10” 180 (No. 2 RB, No. 28 Overall), Lakewood HS. Calvin followed blockers while looking for an opening to gain yards. He displayed good balance and vision while running inside to gain yards. He finished the season with 120 carries for 917 yards and 18 TDs. Calvin had 4 receptions for 42 yards and 1 TD.
Hudson Nolden Hudson Nolden 6'2" | 205 lbs | TE Palisades | 2027 State NC – TE, 6’2″ 185 (No. 1 TE, No. 52 Overall), Palisades HS. Hudson ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He did a good job using his body to shield defenders while making catches in traffic. He displayed speed to accelerate past defenders after the catch in the open field for additional yardage.
Caleb Kearney Caleb Kearney 6'2" | 150 lbs | WR Palisades | 2027 State NC – WR, 6’2″ 150 (No. 1 WR, No. 1 Overall), Palisades HS. Caleb ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He displayed good speed to accelerate past defenders after the catch to gain additional yardage. He has already received a Power5 and D1 offer, more are expected to come in during his high school career.
Otavio Oliveira Otavio Oliveira 6'0" | 150 lbs | WR Providence | 2027 State NC – WR, 6’0″ 150 (No. 2 WR, No. 2 Overall), Providence HS. Otavio ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He displayed sure hands while making catches in traffic. He finished the season with 41 receptions for 672 yards and 6 TDs. Otavio has already received Power5 and D1 offers, more are expected to come in during his high school career.