2024 Preview: Impact Juniors (Part 4)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we begin “talkin' season” for the upcoming 2024 football season, there are going to be a plethora of incoming juniors who are ready to make their second year leap in varsity action. This series is aimed at highlighting 2025 recruits who may not be on as many lists as their talents call for. Check out the previous editions of this series below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/2024-preview-impact-juniors-part-1/">Part 1</a> | <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/2024-preview-impact-juniors-part-2/">Part 2</a> | <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/impact-juniors-part-3/">Part 3</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='466187' first='Kyndrick' last='Williams'] | Defensive Back | Fayetteville</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='466187' first='Kyndrick' last='Williams'] (6-1, 185) has immense potential, showcasing impressive footwork, hip swivels, and attentiveness at the point of the catch. In man coverage, his quick and controlled backpedal, along with elite speed, allows him to shadow receivers effectively, forcing them to the sideline. In deep coverage, his exceptional ball-tracking skills and overall speed make him a formidable presence. With all the intangibles for great success, he stands out as a promising defensive back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KyndrickW/status/1801722925810389483","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/KyndrickW/status/1801722925810389483 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lane Lay | ATH | Dewitt</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lane Lay (6-0, 190) showcases an ability to understand and perform duties from both inside linebacker and secondary positions. His foundational tackling qualities are impressive, and he excels in coverage against slot receivers in both man and zone schemes. A savvy tackler, he has a knack for knocking the ball loose on multiple occasions. Lay's great instincts are evident in both the passing game and his anticipation in the run game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/LaneLay5/status/1749889791984890023","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/LaneLay5/status/1749889791984890023 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1324897' first='Rickey' last='Robinson'] | Running Back | Brookland</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1324897' first='Rickey' last='Robinson'] (5-10, 160) demonstrates remarkable patience behind the blocking front, showcasing a running maturity and vision that allows him to cut back through the second level effectively. His hesitations and quick feet are strengths, enabling him to weave through loaded boxes and bounce runs outside for long gains. Additionally, he has soft hands in the receiving game and the patience to let his blockers do the work in the screen game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RickeyRobinson_/status/1791900062781428175","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/RickeyRobinson_/status/1791900062781428175 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='419938' first='Ty' last='McCormick'] | ATH | Beebe</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='419938' first='Ty' last='McCormick'] is a highly versatile player excelling in various roles such as defensive back, quarterback, and long snapper, adding substantial value to his team. As a defensive back, he exhibits aggressiveness in the run game and effectively breaks blocks to make crucial plays on the outside. As a quarterback, his athleticism is evident in his running ability, showcasing impressive agility and light feet. He can also throw accurately on the run, maintaining precision under pressure and delivering pinpoint passes downfield over defenders. His multifaceted skills make him a standout on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/TyMcCormick06/status/1813607685323125179","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/TyMcCormick06/status/1813607685323125179 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1430397' first='Darren' last='Mays'] | Linebacker | Van Buren</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1430397' first='Darren' last='Mays'] (5-10, 175) showcases impressive quickness in the box, utilizing lateral footwork and a hop step to position himself effectively in the gaps. His agility and reach give him an advantage against incoming blockers, allowing him to create separation and leverage to rip through and make quick tackles before ball carriers advance upfield. His tackle reach in the backfield is remarkable, and his ability to read and react to plays is truly impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Mays15Darren/status/1793324170517848360","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/Mays15Darren/status/1793324170517848360 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Demarco Moore | Wide Receiver | Beebe</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Demarco Moore (5-10, 160) is a possession receiver known for his solid catching abilities in tight windows and contested situations. His awareness of zone and man coverages is valuable, as he adeptly reads when to sit on a route to find an open window. Additionally, he has strong press release skills, making him a reliable target in various offensive schemes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Demarco444444/status/1811166269996982632","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/Demarco444444/status/1811166269996982632 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1155072' first='Jasean' last='Burks'] | Lineman | Marion</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1155072' first='Jasean' last='Burks'] (5-7, 250) showcases impressive strength and power in the run game, often neutralizing defenders on his own. His lower body strength is evident with his significant leg drives up the field, pushing with intensity to drive defenders into the ground. Defensively, his great strength is displayed at the tackle position by ripping through blocks to make single-handed plays at the line of scrimmage. Burks has an impressive motor and tenacity, making him a formidable force on both sides of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->