Class 6A Players to Watch: LBs

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1587072' first='Sam' last='Steward']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"205","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Homestead","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668090b877158"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1587072' first='Sam' last='Steward'] is a dynamic linebacker known for his speed, control, and blitzing prowess. Sam possesses great speed, allowing him to cover ground quickly. He stays under control, maintaining balance and positioning while making plays all over the field. He excels as a blitzer, both off the edge and from within the box. His quickness and aggression make him a constant threat to the quarterback and backfield. His long arms provide a significant advantage, aiding in shedding blocks, wrapping up tackles, and disrupting passing lanes. Sam demonstrates excellent play recognition and reacts swiftly to offensive movements. His ability to diagnose plays quickly allows him to be in the right position to make impactful stops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Twitter: @Sam_Steward2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Ben Riva","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"224","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Lafayette Jefferson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668090b87720a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ben Riva is a dependable linebacker known for his ability to fill gaps and stop the run. Ben excels at filling gaps and plugging running lanes. His ability to diagnose plays quickly allows him to be in the right position to stop the run effectively. He closes ground quickly, which helps him make plays all over the field. Ben plays with great eyes, demonstrating strong play recognition and the ability to read the offense. He is a reliable tackler, consistently bringing down ball carriers and preventing extra yardage. His technique and strength ensure he makes solid contact and wraps up effectively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Twitter: @ben_riva2135</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["521225"],"_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-668090b877257"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='521225' first='Luke' last='Russell'] is a dominant middle linebacker with the size, strength, and power to be a key player on defense. Luke is a big, strong, and powerful middle linebacker. His size and strength allow him to be a dominant force in the middle of the defense. He excels at filling rushing lanes and making plays in the backfield. His ability to read and react quickly helps him disrupt running plays before they develop. Luke plays with good pad level against run blocks, which allows him to maintain leverage and control over blockers. He is a high-motor player who is always around the football. His relentless effort and determination make him a consistent presence on defense, always looking to make plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Twitter: @LukeRussell34</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->