2025 Watchlist Athletes to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 rankings have been refreshed and we get the chance to dive into them and see the available talent across the Land of Lincoln. It isn't just within the 300 ranked athletes either. The watch list is loaded with talent that college coaches will want to get eyes on. To help direct their attention, I have found several athletes that I want to shine the spotlight on because they clearly have college talent, and they are currently uncommitted. Let's dive into it!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1202719"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8b30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Braden is definitely a QB that programs will want to get their eyes on as the summer camps begin to come to a close. He has the prototypical frame of a pocket passer. Braden shows a lot of poise, moving around the pocket and facing pressure so he can get the ball out. Braden's right arm opens up the whole field for his offense. He can drive the ball with velocity or drop it between levels of defenders. His touch and accuracy are consistently strong parts of his game. Plus Carlson has the speed to tuck it and break a defense's back with his legs. Don't miss this Watch List standout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16249373/6548508c2352620a404d6b8d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8cd3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["801305"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8d22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brady made his mark on varsity as a junior by being a dominant run blocker. The '25 has a the frame you look for in a high end TE prospect at 6'4" 230 lbs. Brady uses that size to his advantage. We see him do a great job of getting hands inside, using ankle and knee bend to get leverage under bigger DEs. The TE also does a great job of positioning his body so that he is between the defender and the running lane. From the snap, Brady does a great job of driving his feet once engaged and he has the leg drive to push his man off the line of scrimmage. Brady has gotten out to camps and recently earned an offer from Illinois State. Get eyes on this kid.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16249373/6548508c2352620a404d6b8d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8d47"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1292714"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8d89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The power back out of Quincy Notre Dame is a tone setter on the ground who is slipping under the radar. Ivan is the back that you trust to pick up the tough yards. His weight is well disrupted throughout his frame, making him a stout, sturdy runner who can absorb contact and run his feet through tackles. Ivan shows patience and vision behind the line, making cut backs and hitting designed holes as they open. Hun has a low center of gravity too. You see him take hit after hit on tape and still moving forward as the defender falls away. Ivan is a power runner that can set the tone in the trenches. I'm predicting a strong senior season for him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16407524/6549553e64df860828de5cda' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8daa"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1292849"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8de5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zander is a fun, versatile prospect to watch on tape. The strong safety wins all over the field. He has the examples of him roaming the back end, jumping routes, and picking off or breaking up passes but where he really shines is when you let him get closer to the line of scrimmage. Zander brings a physicality to the field and acceleration that allows him to fly around the front seven making tackles against the run while avoiding blocks. The '25 is an excellent tackler, running his feet through contact and being the hammer. Zander sets himself apart from your standard box safety with his play in the slot. There are several clips showing his reactive athleticism and change of direction agility as he sticks in his man's hip pocket. These type of chess pieces are valuable at the next level. Programs need to give this kid a look.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16503856/653ab267386e0909f408e888' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8e04"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["819671"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8e3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Isaiah is a WR that looks like he is ready to surprise a lot of people this fall. The '25 WR has built a strong 200 lbs frame that is packed with explosive burst off the line and out of breaks. He has the required speed to pull away in the open field or beat pursuit angles of safeties. Isaiah shows off more of that strength at the catch. There are plenty of examples of him making catches while taking hits and hanging onto the ball. Isaiah naturally plucks the ball out of the air with soft hands. Get ready for a breakout season from the gifted WR.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17868044/655a9512da5b5a082c8437ef' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667b68cdb8e5c"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->