Players Under the Microscope: Ones to Keep an Eye On

<!-- 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":"Mounir Keshen III","_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":"220","_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":"Paul VI","_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-667f2d6850bae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mounir Keshin III is a standout linebacker. At 6'1” and 220 pounds, he has a compact, muscular frame. His big shoulders and thick thighs help him excel on the field. Mounir attacks downhill, focusing on the A and B gaps. He's versatile, able to blitz or sit off the line to read offenses. His ability to fight through blocks and make tackles is impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In addition, he also plays as a stand-up edge rusher and off-ball linebacker. His physicality is evident, making tackles in space and navigating blocks. His impact on the passing game is the only thing missing from his highlights. Today's linebackers need to affect the passing game to be elite. Due to his size, he might struggle here. However, as a run-stopper, he excels.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mounir recently earned his first offer from Wagner and another from Rhode Island. With his athletic ability and aggressive play, more offers are likely coming. His future looks bright as he continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16439867/656129f25b3d0805605974e7' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f2d6850d4d"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1187538"],"_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-667f2d6850d9a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1187538' first='Kamai' last='Lowery'] is a 6'2”, 170-pound QB from Plainfield. His size stands out immediately. Tall in the pocket, he surveys the entire defense effortlessly. While not a dual threat, he can run when necessary. Most of his work, however, comes from the pocket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As a passer, Kamai is reliable. He completes easy throws and shows solid accuracy. His ability to push the ball downfield is impressive. He takes advantage of windows and places the ball well. Kamai can utilize his weapons, allowing them to make plays after the catch. He has the makings of a solid, all-around quarterback.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What needs improvement is his ability to survey the defense better. He sometimes misses easy throws or wide-open receivers. With his impressive skill set, though, he's on the verge of breaking out. Although he currently holds no offers, expect that to change soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18925022/654f81fdc11a7e045c4303b2' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f2d6850db9"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1092353"],"_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-667f2d6850df7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zak is a 6'0”, 210-pound off-ball linebacker and a tackling machine. He broke the single-season school record with 23 tackles in one game. Indeed, his highlight tape showcases this prowess.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notably, Zak's thick, muscular frame stands out. Moreover, his standout trait is his change of direction. He attacks downhill and takes on different angles effectively. Additionally, his ability to tackle in space and pursue the football is impressive. Zak's wrestling background further shows in his ability to fight through blocks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Although he doesn't have a Division I offer yet, Zak has collegiate potential. His best season is likely ahead, and an offer seems imminent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16225666/652d4bd2f561560778356e15' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f2d6850e13"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["284070"],"_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-667f2d6850e4d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>&nbsp;[player_tooltip player_id='284070' first='Nathan' last='Fitch'] from Union Standing 6'1” and weighing 150 pounds, Nathan is an all-around athlete. Currently, we only have the tape of him playing cornerback and running back. As a cornerback, he stands out for his ability to make impactful tackles, often causing fumbles. His length and athleticism are impressive. He moves fluidly, with great change of direction and speed. This makes me eager to see how he performs in coverage this coming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moreover, Nathan excels as a running back. He exhibits excellent vision and burst through the hole, along with the acceleration and long speed to break away for touchdowns. Fitch is one of those players we're excited to watch develop next year. Interestingly, he's listed as a wide receiver as well. This suggests he might add another dimension to his game this season. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='284070' first='Nathan' last='Fitch'] is a highly talented player poised to step into a bigger role.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18166279/64feab123dea820a10e0ca3b' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f3d60d6e17"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["284073"],"_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-667f3d60d6e63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='284073' first='RJ' last='Carstarphen'], Standing 5'11” and weighing 215 pounds, RJ is an interior defensive lineman who makes an immediate impact on the field. What stands out about him first is his low center of gravity. He plays with natural leverage, allowing him to win against offensive linemen's chests quickly. His fundamentals are solid. He uses his hands effectively and is naturally strong. However, his standout trait is his initial quickness off the ball. This ability to beat offensive linemen with his first step creates significant havoc in the backfield for opposing offenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Futhermore, Carstarphen could be an under-the-radar breakout candidate on defense. Yet, to fully develop his potential, he needs to take the next step as a dominant interior pass rusher. This development would complete the skill set desired in an interior defensive lineman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/rob_sturdy/status/1758160147187200047","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/rob_sturdy/status/1758160147187200047 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->