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<p>This is a small league of just 3 Michigan teams, but it's jam packed with good talent up and down the rosters! From D1 commits to D3 athletes, this conference has them all! Let's jump in and evaluate the best seniors in the league. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='601038' first='Kadale' last='Williams'] | RB | 6'1 180 | Jackson Lumen Christi | Pos: 4 State: 48 | </strong></p>
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<p>The Central Michigan commit comes in as the #4 player at the RB position, and it is 100% deserved. Kadale is elusive in open space, has great contact balance and runs so hard to get that extra yard. His performance in the state finals solidified this spot in our rankings and I'm looking forward to seeing what he has in store in 2024! </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='247641' first='Zachary' last='Green'] | DL | 6'2 240 | U of D Jesuit | Pos: 16 State: 66 | </strong></p>
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<p>This is a strong defensive lineman with good versatility and the dog mentality. He fires off fast and low, and has a knack for fighting off multiple blocks on the way to the ball. He has a couple nice moves including and in and out move that beats an out of position lineman that commits too far one way. This was a huge get for Army West Point. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='899623' first='Dacari' last='Gilkey'] | DB | 5'10 180 | U OD D Jesuit | Pos: 14 State: 124 |</strong></p>
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<p>In his limited defensive film, I definitely noticed right away the ability to come flying up and make some solid hits. He ended the season with a little over 40 tackles and some forced fumbles. He has all of the athletic ability to play either side of the ball, and I may even lean towards him being a running back at the next level. Keep an eye out for Dacari this fall. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='899497' first='Jacob' last='Bellinger'] | OL | 6'4 260 | U of D Jesuit | Pos: 30 State: 144 | </strong></p>
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<p>Jacob is a violent blocker in the run game, and is extremely patient in the passing game, waiting for the pass rusher to show his hand, meanwhile he stays balanced enough to counter. I liked his film more than I anticipated, and I wouldn't be shocked to see him raise his stock a ton this season. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='1188989' first='Dante' last='Banks'] | WR | 6'3 195 | U of D Jesuit | Pos: 44 State: 285 | </strong></p>
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<p>Dante shows a ton on film to like. He's a red zone threat who can high point the ball and make difficult contested catches. He displays a tremendous amount of football IQ, finding holes in zone defense and having the patience to sit in it as an open target for his QB. I think Dante has excellent upside and will find a home at a GLIAC school at least. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='1217521' first='Cassius' last='Griffin'] | LB | 5'10 210 | Jackson Lumen Christi | Pos: 30 State: 296 | </strong></p>
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<p>Cassius is a physical stocky LB who can absolutely fill gaps in the middle of the defense. He is extremely reactive and has a nose for the ball. If he continues to develop in the weight room and work on some speed training, Cassius could be a huge gem for a squad at the next level. He absolutely deserves to be on this list. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='1217519' first='Yasir' last='Lewis'] | DL | 5'10 245 | U of D Jesuit | Pos: 50 State: 359 | </strong></p>
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<p>I think Yasir is in for a big time season! He's a big man in the middle of the trenches that can plug running lanes and make life difficult on the ground. Yasir will need to continue to be working on agility and speed to round out his skillet, but the tools are definitely there. He's absolutely a top 50 DL. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='899604' first='Kasin' last='Gozic'] | LB | 6'0 215 | U of D Jesuit | Pos: 50 State: 396 | </strong></p>
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<p>If the physical tools match up to the mental side of the game Kasin possesses, look out! Kasin is a reactive LB who reads his keys quickly and is able to get to his spot quickly. I think he still has work to do physically, but he has a good frame and the football IQ to boom this season. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='899482' first='Timmy' last='Crowley'] | QB | 6'2 180 | Jackson Lumen Christi | Pos: 40 State: 428 | </strong></p>
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<p>Timmy has been on my radar for what feels like forever. You have to like his upside. First off, he's a winner. The state championship game is becoming a home for this kid! He does a ton of damage on the run and being able to throw off balance. He is a dual threat kid with good arm talent and a knack for hitting his guys accurately, especially when his squad needs him the most. Timmy is going to likely have another giant season in 2024. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='899588' first='Massimo' last='Launi'] | DL | 5'10 220 | Divine Child | Pos: 63 State: 439 | </strong></p>
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<p>Massimo doesn't do anything amazing, he just does everything pretty well. He fires off low, is able to fight off blocks, and shows the awareness to get his hands up when the QB tries to throw, and the ability to grab the ball carrier and drag him down as he runs by, sometimes with one hand. I wouldn't be shocked if he starts snagging some D3 offers this fall if he starts off hot. </p>
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<p><strong>| [player_tooltip player_id='899555' first='Blake' last='Englert'] | ATH | 6'0 170 | Divine Child | Pos: 57 State: 444 | </strong></p>
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<p>Watching Blake rush from the EDGE position is definitely fun. He has a quick get off and he's speedy enough to juke out any offensive lineman. I think his biggest hangup will be size and having to beat linemen with strength sometimes. I think if he progresses in the weight room and is able to bulk up a bit, this season could be huge for him. There is no doubt he has earned his spot in the rankings, and has a shot at catapulting himself much higher with some good production this season. </p>
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This is a small league of just 3 Michigan teams, but it's jam packed with good talent up and down the rosters! From D1 commits to D3 athletes, this conference has them all! Let's jump in and evaluate the best seniors in the league.
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