X Film Room Evaluation – Pt.1
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X, formerly known as “Twitter,” is the best place to post film, measurables and statistics for college coaches and recruiters to see. Throughout this new edition, we will provide evaluations over every prospect that commented on my posts or messaged…
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Continue ReadingX, formerly known as “Twitter,” is the best place to post film, measurables and statistics for college coaches and recruiters to see. Throughout this new edition, we will provide evaluations over every prospect that commented on my posts or messaged me directly. If you haven’t created an X account yet, I highly recommend doing so now, it’s the best place to gather information from universities, coaches and so on to communicate within. To be featured in one of these evaluation articles, send your film to my X account @cedwardsNFL. With that being said, here are five prospects to watch.
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- 5-Foot-9
- 165 Pounds
- ATH
- Class of 2026
Beebe athlete Ty McCormick Ty McCormick 5’9″ | 155 lbs | ATH Beebe | 2026 State AR brings extensive experience on both sides of the field, at quarterback, running back and in the secondary. McCormick displays good speed and athleticism with impressive lower body power. His wresting background translates well as he’s able to withstand contact due to good body control and balance, allowing himself to either break tackles or lay the boom on a ball carrier. Good work ethic and dedication, making himself someone to watch in 2024.
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- 6-Foot
- 140 Pounds
- Defensive Back
- Class of 2027
Arkadelphia defensive back Jayden McKenzie showcases athleticism with good awareness. McKenzie displays good read and react ability, instantly breaking on routes underneath and securing the tackle or forcing a PBU. Good fluidity in the hips, able to transition and run with his opposition. Good recovery speed on the boundary. Excited to watch McKenzie during the 2024 season.
Note – 3.1 GPA
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- 6-Foot-3
- 225 Pounds
- Defensive End
- Class of 2026
Valley View defensive lineman Noah Wendel Noah Wendel 6’2″ | 225 lbs | DL Valley View | 2026 AR demonstrates quick feet and quick reaction off the line of scrimmage. He displays explosion off the snap, putting himself in the backfield while showcasing the ability to contain the edge and forcing plays inside. Good hand placement with lower body power and bend. His athleticism and strength are intriguing outside on the edge.
Note – 4.0 GPA
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Christan Young
Christan Young
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- 5-Foot-9
- 160 Pounds
- Wide Receiver
- Class of 2025
Marion wide receiver Christan Young is a threat out of the slot who can hurt you vertically. Quick release with smooth route running and body movements to fake out the secondary. Good body control, stop/go ability with speed to consistently create separation at his breaks. Good hand-eye coordination with strong hands and a will to go get the football. Impressive athleticism with good lateral agility and explosion making himself a true YAC threat. This explosive athlete is someone to keep an eye on this year.
Note – 3.2 GPA
Kayden Hickman Kayden Hickman 5'11" | 185 lbs | LB Searcy | 2027 AR
Kayden Hickman Kayden Hickman 5'11" | 185 lbs | LB Searcy | 2027 AR
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- 5-Foot-11
- 185 Pounds
- Linebacker
- Class of 2027
Searcy linebacker Kayden Hickman Kayden Hickman 5’11” | 185 lbs | LB Searcy | 2027 AR brings a sideline-to-sideline motor with good tackling technique. A willing blitzer who can shoot through the A and B gaps to disrupt the play in the backfield. Displays good read and react ability, breaking on the ball quickly and making a tackle or forcing a PBU. Good lateral agility with physicalness at the second level. Hickman is someone to watch during the 2024 season.
Note – 3.5 GPA / 4.8 40