Mankarious’ Defensive MVPs from the PRZNJ Stock Up Showcase

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Be sure to follow me on Twitter at <a href="https://x.com/BrendanScoutsNJ">@BrendanScoutsNJ</a></em> <em>for the latest prospect-specific coverage both during the season and off-season.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>For my complete, comprehensive coverage of this event, scroll down the bottom of this article to read more!</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With much of the event's groundwork already laid, it is time to discuss who-I-saw-do-what while at Sunday's Stock Up Showcase. Below are personal scouting notes from the action I witnessed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Defensive Most Valuable Players - Skills</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["819995"],"_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-675b3af59f904"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Wingspan: 72"<br>Hand size: 10.2"</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">For my money [player_tooltip player_id='819995' first='Nieem' last='Hardy'] was one of the best defensive backs in attendance. I am of the opinion that he possessed the best feet of the group. These fleet feet allowed Hardy to turn, cut, and run with ease. Hardy competed with each and every rep. Overall he had a really solid performance that he should be proud of and use as a spring board for a strong offseason and fruitful fall campaign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1275595"],"_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-675b3af59f978"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Wingspan: 59.1"<br>Hand size: 8.9"</strong><br><br>What [player_tooltip player_id='1275595' first='Manuel' last='Martinez'] lacks in stature he made up for in heart. A young, budding freshman, Martinez's feet were quick and were able to move tightly in confined spaces. A bit of a fighter, we saw Martinez use his hands well and competes against everyone. Most impressive, any rep I saw him take I always thought Martinez was in good position. He certainly held his own and left a positive impression on many.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1236608"],"_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-675b3af59f9bf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Wingspan: 69.2"<br>Hand size: 9.1"</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most physical defensive backs in attendance was [player_tooltip player_id='1236608' first='Jason' last='Louis']. Louis did a great job of using his body and attitude to deny receivers of inside releases when they wanted them. A prospect that uses his hands well, he jams, swipes, and fights through contact. Because of Louis' efforts, many timing routes were interrupted and many passes were broken up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Defensive Most Valuable Players - Linemen</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1257662"],"_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-675b3af59fa04"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Wingspan: 74.5"<br>Hand size: 10"</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I cannot tell you enough how please I was to later find out that bib #96 was [player_tooltip player_id='1257662' first='Jaiden' last='Moore']. A prospect I remember being impressed with on film, Moore showed that he is a really good option as an inside threat. The more I watched him, the more I opined that he was twitchy and had a burst. His quickness and explosion make him a threat as an interior lineman. He also possesses a very good slant move.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["505858"],"_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-675b3af59fa47"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The undisputed top-ranked prospect in attendance regardless of state, to the surprise of nobody, shined the brightest. [player_tooltip player_id='505858' first='King-Micah' last='Mercer'] was certainly the camp king this time out. Mercer showed during competition that he was able to bend the corner low and tight when rushing outside - something that he also demonstrated during indy. Additionally, Mercer showed that he has a great spin moved and his hands generate force and violence due to how fast he can work them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">NJ Stock Up Showcase Tour Event Coverage</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/prznj-stock-up-showcase-4-offensive-prospects-im-pumped-to-see/">Event Preview: Offensive Prospects</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/prznj-stock-up-showcase-4-defensive-prospects-im-pumped-to-see/">Event Preview: Defensive Prospects</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/immediate-reaction-to-the-prep-redzone-njs-stock-up-showcase/">Immediate Reaction</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/skills-eye-test-college-ready-bodies-from-the-stock-up-showcase-2/">College-Ready Bodies: DB, LB, WR, TE</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/skills-eye-test-college-ready-bodies-from-the-stock-up-showcase/">College-Ready Bodies: OL, DL, QB, RB</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-standout-40s-and-broad-jumps-2/">Top Combine Scores: 40-Yard Dash, Broad Jump</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-standout-40s-and-broad-jumps/">Top Combine Scores: Pro Agility, L-Drill</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-defensive-back-part-i/">Scout's Notes: Defensive Backs, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-defensive-backs-part-ii/">Scout's Notes: Defensive Backs, Part II</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-defensive-linemen-part-i/">Scout's Notes: Defensive Linemen, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-defensive-linemen-part-ii/">Scout's Notes: Defensive Linemen, Part II</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-linebackers/">Scout's Notes: Linebackers, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-linebackers-part-ii/">Scout's Notes: Linebackers, Part II</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-offensive-linemen-part-i/">Scout's Notes: Offensive Linemen, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-offensive-linemen-part-ii/">Scout's Notes: Offensive Linemen, Part II</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-quarterbacks/">Scout's Notes: Quarterbacks</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-running-backs/">Scout's Notes: Running Backs</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-receivers-part-i/">Scout's Notes: Wide Receivers, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-wide-receivers-part-ii/">Scout's Notes: Wide Receivers, Part II</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/12/stock-up-showcase-positional-notes-wide-receivers-part-iii/">Scout's Notes: Wide Receivers, Part III</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->