Freshmen Report: Bringing Noteworthy OL Prospects to Table

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the 2027 class is set to become Sophomores next fall, it's a good place to stop and break down some intriguing freshmen to take note of as they get older. OL prospects tend to take a little longer than others to break onto the recruiting radar. However, I came across a few guys who could crack onto the P5 scene pretty soon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["637592"],"_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 tu003cliu003ePlayed valuable reps on varsity this fall for Savannah Christian.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e6'4 305. Well filled out for his age. Future physical development will stem from refining muscle.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eGenerates tons of play strength and power from his stout lower body.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWill likely project as a guard, but can flex out to RT if needed as he is hard to run around thanks to his size.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eExtremely efficient as a run blocker. Effortlessly drives defenders out of play.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eViolent finisher, will often finish blocks through the dirt and make sure they stay on the ground.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eNot super fast, but does show the willingness and ability to climb to the second level.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ePad level looks to be a bit high, but is expected for a youngster at his size. Should get better as he develops.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["378368"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eListed at 6'7 285. Has grown exponentially recently and is still filling out.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHis athleticism is still catching up with his frame, but he is a decent mover and is twitchy enough to step in front of rushers lined up at different depths and alignments.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eCurrently takes most reps at RT, but thin lower body and length might eventually allow him to grow into a LT.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWill need to improve play strength to handle ball rushes, but he does a good job of catching defenders and can redirect momentum if he catches footing.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRaw pass set, but he is hard to run around and plays with a good base. Uses his length to control defenders and that part of his game will only improve as he refines hand placement.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["861688"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003eListed at 6'4 295. Looks to have good muscle structure.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eVersatile. Takes snaps at RT and guard.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHas soft footwork for a big guy. Anchors down against the pass rush and has the strong base needed to survive the bull rush.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHas the strong hands and grip strength needed to manipulate defenders and rework momentum from his legs through his hands.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eNot super explosive off the snap, but can move the pile and drive defenders out of running lanes when he can take a full step to position himself.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eCan pull to handle edge defenders and can also leak out to second level. Plays with good hand placement and finishes plays through the dirt.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eThick legs and ankles. Will likely project long term at G, but could also play RT once he fully unlocks his movement skills.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eP5 upside. 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Quickly gets up on defenders and takes good angles, making it difficult to run around him.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eStill developing his play strength, but low center of gravity allows him to win with leverage and he constantly fires his feet to move defenders out of alleys.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ePlays with a good base and anchor against the pass but lack of length makes him an easy candidate to stick on the interior of the OL.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLooks to be a future P5 center. There are not many youngsters with his size, athleticism, and snapping experience. Will likely add to his height and weight over next few years.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":4,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a2e5b75bd9b"} /-->