Scout’s Notes: D-Line from the Northeast Middle School Camp

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Be sure to follow me on Twitter at</em> <a style="font-style: italic" href="https://x.com/BrendanScoutsNJ">@BrendanScoutsNJ</a>&nbsp;<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 the Northeast Middle School Camp. Below are personal scouting notes from the action I witnessed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Scout's Notes: Defensive Line</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Aside from having an outstanding name shared with one of my favorite pasta sauces, Nicholas Carbonara had a strong performance. The 5'11" defensive lineman showed much promise simply due to the fact that he was able to get his hips through and around at times - a very advanced skill, especially for a prospect of his age. I would encourage Carbonara to continue to work on finishing once he gets past the offensive linemen as he works to get home... [player_tooltip player_id='1544737' first='Justin' last='Zammit'], who I am unsure whether or not he is related to DePaul's quarterback Derek, was quite the creative pass rusher. With his hands in the dirt, Zammit did a great job of varying the looks he threw at offensive lineman. It appears as though he was taught the old adage "pass rush with a plan." The most impressive move he attempted, and succeeded at, that I caught was the ghost move.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Although I typically cover high schoolers, one thing I can appreciate is a youngster with strong fundamentals. Although he measured just 5'3", 7th grade prospect [player_tooltip player_id='1589155' first='Tyler' last='Ross'] showed that he has received strong coaching as his efforts began with a very good stance. Doing so allowed him to have above-average get offs and balance. A good start to a young career... Another 2030 graduate that caught my attention was [player_tooltip player_id='1591245' first='Sean' last='Sanford']. Sanford had a bit of a mean streak to him. One rep he totally mowed through his matchup, burying him and pinning him to the ground like a lunchroom bully.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I was not sure what to initially think of [player_tooltip player_id='1590593' first='Connor' last='Smardin'], but as the afternoon rolled on I realized that he is awfully talented. Smardin had perhaps the best balance in his stance amongst those in attendance. Although this may not be the best approach in a camp that focuses on pass rush, it likely translates well to being a threat when defending either the run or the pass. Despite his balance, Smardin was quicker than I thought. This allowed him to get off the ball suddenly and put his offensive matchup on skates. Equipped with a solid rip move Smardin also has a good deal of raw power - power independent of his get off. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Northeast Middle School Camp Event Coverage</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/reaction-to-the-northeast-middle-school-camp/">Event Reaction</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/the-eye-test-backfield-prospects-that-looked-ready-to-play-hs">The Eye Test: HS Ready-Bodies – Quarterbacks, Running Backs</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/the-eye-test-receiving-prospects-that-looked-ready-to-play-hs">The Eye Test: HS Ready-Bodies – Tight Ends, Wide Receivers</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/the-eye-test-line-def-prospects-that-looked-ready-to-play-hs/">The Eye Test: HS Ready-Bodies – All Linemen, Defensive Backs, Linebackers</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/northeast-middle-school-camp-standout-40s-and-broad-jumps/">Top Combine Performers: 40-yard Dash, Broad Jump</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/northeast-middle-school-camp-standout-pro-agility-l-drill-times/">Top Combine Performers: Pro Agility, L-Drill Times</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/scouts-notes-d-backs-from-the-northeast-middle-school-camp/">Scout's Notes: Defensive Backs</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/scouts-notes-linebackers-from-the-northeast-middle-school-camp/">Scout's Notes: Linebackers, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/scouts-notes-quarterbacks-from-the-northeast-middle-school-camp/">Scout's Notes: Quarterbacks, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/scouts-notes-receivers-from-the-northeast-middle-school-camp/">Scout's Notes: Receivers, Part I</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/01/scouts-notes-runningbacks-from-the-northeast-middle-school-camp/">Scout's Notes: Running Backs, Part I</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->