5A Centennial League’s Unsung Heroes: Players Demanding Attention

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we will be taking a look at some player from the 5A Centennial League that have been flying under the radar but are looking to make a statement this upcoming season. These are the players that I think will be able to make a leap this season and turn some heads in the process.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369274"],"_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-66ba76c021dbe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sherrod is a player that has a high motor and can create some chaos in the backfield. He has a knack for getting TFLs and driving the ball carrier back, not giving up ground. When his number is called he has the ability to bend the corner to get the sack or get pressure on the QB to get the ball out of his hands quicker. He will be a player that will be able to turn some heads with his motor and ability to get in the backfield and disrupt plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369310"],"_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-66ba76c021e6b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sieck is a player that has been trying to perfect his craft this offseason and will be able to pop onto some radars because of it. He is quick off of the line and has developed some moves to beat blocks and bend the corner in pass rush. He will be a player that will be able to create chaos in the backfield and get the offense off schedule. With his speed he will be able to drop back into coverage as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369311"],"_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-66ba76c021ee6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rodriguez is a player that has good vision and is able to recognize the play quickly to stuff the run for no gain. He has good hands being able to shed blocks and rally to the football. He has the ability to get into the backfield and put pressure on the QB and causing bad passes. With his speed at his size he will be a player that can move to outside and be a factor at the next level. He will be a player to keep on the radar as he looks to make a major impact this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1250174"],"_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-66ba76c021f59"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Francis is a player that has the ability to play both gaps and is a run stuffer if the offense doesn't send multiple players at him. He has a motor and is able to run down the play from the backside at times. He gets great arm extension, getting lineman off balance and throwing them out of the way to cause pressure. Cherry Creeks line is already full of studs and he is another one who will get plenty of chances to wreck game plans and turn heads in the process.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369340"],"_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-66ba76c021fca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones is a player that has the ability to set the edge and force plays back to his help. He has some quickness at this size and can bet his opponent with quick moves to the inside to create chaos in the backfield. He has a high motor and can chase plays down from the backside and is a player that help on special teams as well. He will be a player that will not be under the radar for long and should be a player to know moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369350"],"_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-66ba76c02203e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Neisbett comes in standing at 6 ft and 220 pounds, he is a DL that is starting to become a force to be reckoned with. He is a player that is able to set the edge, he has a knack for getting into the backfield and making plays behind the line of scrimmage as you can tell by his TFL's from last season. He is a disruptive presence that you will need to know moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369354"],"_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-66ba76c0220ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Scott is a versatile DB that is an impact player for the buffs. He is a player that is known for being a reliable tackler, particularly in the open field where he chops down ball carriers with ease. He has the ability to diagnose plays quickly and come down and make a tackle behind the line of scrimmage. He will be an under the radar player looking to make a major impact for his team this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->