Warren Academy Showcase Quick Notes | 2025s to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;OscarGalindo30&nbsp;in the coupon code area.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='319582' first='Aiden' last='Whitted'] | 2025 | OL | Papillion-La Vista South | 6'3" 280 lbs</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em><a href="https://twitter.com/Aiden_Whitted" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16067998/Aiden-Whitted" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Aiden has been riding some solid momentum this offseason as he builds off a big junior year. He was one of the top OL at the PRZ Stock Up showcase and earned All-Camp team honors at the Warren Academy showcase.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- What I like about Aiden's game is that you can see that he works on the fundamentals. He does a great job maintaining his pad level, is quick on his feet, and is smart with his hand use. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Aggressive when engaged with defenders. Aiden knows how to work his hands inside to gain leverage and will look to finish his blocks by driving defenders into the dirt. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='415145' first='Kyler' last='McKenzie'] | 2025 | DL/TE | Omaha Westview | 6'4" 225 lbs</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em><a href="https://twitter.com/KylerMckenzie90" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/15067949/Kyler-Mckenzie" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Kyler, like Aiden, is another player we've seen at two events this offseason and has impressed at both. Earning DL MVP honors at the Stock Up showcase.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Kyler catches your attention immediately with a tall, muscular frame and good length. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- He does a great job exploding out of his stance and uses his length very well to create separation at the LOS. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Very powerful player who has the strength to bullrush his way into the backfield. McKenzie is violent with his hand use and can swat away attempts to get a hold of him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1105195' first='Macklin' last='Kennedy'] | 2025 | LB | Bellevue West | 6'0" 190 lbs</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em><a href="https://twitter.com/mack_kennedy34" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/15865576/Mack-Kennedy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Mack is a player that I think is in store for a big senior year, as he should take on a bigger role in the Bellevue West defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- What stands out the most about Mack's game is his mobility and range from the linebacker position. He can drop into coverage effortlessly and does a great job when assigned to RBs and tight ends. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Didn't get to see the full extent of Mack's physicality at the camp without pads, but he does show that he takes good angles and can close on the ball very well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Good footwork and fluid hips.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Very impressive pro-agility time of 4.22 was among the best at his position and overall participants.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='245867' first='Gavin' last='Shanahan'] | 2025 | RB | Elkhorn South | 5'9" 185 lbs</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em><a href="https://twitter.com/GavinShanahan24" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16359598/Gavin-Shanahan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Shanahan will likely go into the 2024 season as the feature back for the Storm after a solid junior year that ended with 437 rushing yards and five touchdowns. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- A very shifty and elusive back who can make defenders look silly in the open field. Gavin can change direction on a dime and can really explode out of his cuts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Gavin has a strong base and very good balance that helps him absorb contact while keeping himself upright.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Great vision!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- One of the top overall combine performances with a 4.8 40-yard dash, 4.58 pro agility, and a 34.9" vertical. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Make sure to follow @PrepRedzoneNE on Twitter and Instagram to stay up to date with all your Nebraska prep recruiting news.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->