3A Players That Need More Attention

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take a look at 5 small school players that have all the talent to translate to the next level:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1276253"],"_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-674e86fe62541"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">FCS programs should be all over this kid, as he was nationally ranked in both Rec. yards and TD's for over half of the season, lead 3A in receiving yards and Rec. TD's, broke the school record, and consistently drew double teams and bracket coverage- yet still was able to haul in unreal catches with ease. Excellent twitch with a ton of bounce, showing the ability to burst laterally without hesitation to frequently put opponents on skates. Great hands and body control with toughness through the catch while anticipating contact, and his balance for a WR after the catch is as good as it gets. He's a basketball player as well, and possesses a great vert to go up and win those contested grabs against longer CB's. A sure big play threat all year and will translate to your ideal slot at the FCS level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1145581"],"_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-674e89c2a522b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Allen was that spark for Ben Franklin on both sides of the ball. A dynamic, raw athlete that out-athlete nearly everyone he went up against. Love his ability to diagnose and react at LB, as he frequently diagnosed plays pre-snap. Really good play strength and play speed, as he has the ability to make plays sideline to sideline or come downhill to fill alley and explode through the hips of opponents. Big striking ability when he gets squared up well. Offensively, solid vision and balance to stay up after initial contact and burst through opening lanes. Overall a technically sound kid with a ton of raw ability, and could be a steal at whoever lands him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1145573"],"_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-674e86fe625a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Newborn led Pusch Ridge to a 3A state title win, and showed a ton of competitive toughness and really caught my eye during the playoffs. He played against some really tough competition, took a ton of hard shots in the semifinals game against Ben Franklin, but continued to pop up and produce. He did a great job on the ground, knowing when to abandon the pass and take off based off of what the defense was giving him. Really good top end speed in the open field and was a legit threat on the ground. Strong arm overall with the ability to stretch the field vertically or put it in tight windows. He was solid on the defensive side of the ball as well, so his dynamic ability provides him with a huge upside to play on either side of the ball at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Chase Judd</strong>, <em>ATH, Ben Franklin</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Judd is another kid on that Ben Franklin squad that was a huge difference maker in their successful season. You can't overlook this kid due to his size, as he plays fast, physical, and mean. Lightning quick off the edges and is a huge mismatch against OT's given his quickness and flexibility. He he'll come downhill and square up to lay hat as well, showing the ability to explode through opponents at initial contact. Clutch player on the offensive side of the ball as well as he possesses excellent balance and willingness to fight for extra yards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aidan Wayas</strong>, <em>DB, Wickenburg</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wayas was a ball hawk for Wickenburg, snagging 10 NT's this season. Slender, small build but possesses that gritty attitude you look for in a CB. Really good burst and transition with loose hips and eye discipline. He did a great job in the deep third to stay over the top of those vertical routs and go up to punch or play ball in the air. He's another kid who holds raw ability and a good positional IQ, which was a difference maker for that Wickenburg D. He really stepped up into a big role and did much better than what his expectations were, and put himself on the map as one of the best CB's in 3A. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->