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Cream of The Crop: 2026 Athletes Rising in The Latest Rankings!

Cream of The Crop: 2026 Athletes Rising in The Latest Rankings!
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Robert Davis
Robert Davis February 21, 2025 @ 01:28 PM
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Keaden Lake
Keaden Lake 6'2" | 175 lbs | ATH/DB | 2026
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Jaxson Pszanka
Jaxson Pszanka 6'1" | 190 lbs | ATH/DB | 2026
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Nehemiah Maloid
Nehemiah Maloid 6'3" | 170 lbs | ATH/EDGE | 2026
CO
Emmitt Munson
Emmitt Munson 6'0" | 170 lbs | ATH | 2026
CO
Sam Hawker
Sam Hawker 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH | 2026
CO
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you are a new and want to subscribe use CODE: Davis30 for a discount. Today we will be taking a look at the athletes that are able to be Swiss army knifes for their team and do multiple things to help their team succeed. These are the players who teams have to be able to adjust for and player that need to be on your radar moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1362782"],"_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-67b8d3c34e15d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Munson is a true gamechanger with the ability to impact both sides of the ball. As a quarterback, he thrives in an option/wildcat scheme, using his vision to find running lanes and making defenders miss in the open field. His acceleration allows him to pick up big gains, keeping defenses on edge. On defense, he plays with a relentless motor, shooting gaps quickly to bring down ball carriers before they can break free. His ability to shed blocks and disrupt plays makes him a player that offenses must account for at all times. Munson's versatility and playmaking ability make him a key player heading into the next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1617427"],"_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-67b8d3c34e243"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pszanka is a dynamic defensive back who can drop into the box to set the edge or line up against quick, shifty receivers. His vision and ballhawking skills allow him to break up passes or deliver hard hits that jar the ball loose. Offensively, he showcases his arm strength as a quarterback, excelling in intermediate and deep throws with pinpoint accuracy. When he becomes a ball carrier, his speed makes him an explosive threat in the open field, capable of turning any play into a game changing moment. His two-way impact makes him a name to know.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1355568"],"_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-67b8d3c34e291"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hawker is a dual threat quarterback with the ability to beat defenses with his arm and legs. He thrives in the intermediate passing game but can also take off and gain yards when needed. Where he truly separates himself is on special teams, where he is a specialist with the ability to flip the field. His leg strength allows him to pin opponents deep in their own territory on punts, while his accuracy on surprise onside kicks keeps teams on high alert. A gamechanger in all three phases, Hawker is a name to watch moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1621486"],"_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-67b8d3c34e2dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lake is a Swiss Army knife who contributes as a quarterback, running back, and receiver. His greatest impact comes as a receiver, where his precise route running and breakaway speed allow him to create separation. Once he has the ball, he is a homerun threat, capable of taking any play to the house. Additionally, he shines in the return game, using his elusiveness and vision to flip the field and give his team favorable field position. Lake's versatility makes him a dangerous weapon on any offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1550534"],"_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-67b8d3c34e31e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maloid showcased his versatility when he stepped in as quarterback following an injury to the starter. He displayed strong vision on designed runs, following his blockers and using his speed to pick up chunk yards. In the passing game, he excelled in quick and intermediate throws, keeping defenses honest. Defensively, Maloid plays as an edge rusher/linebacker, where his explosiveness allowed him to record three sacks. His ability to create big plays was on full display when he took his lone interception back for a touchdown. With a full offseason to develop, Maloid is an emerging prospect who could make waves next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

If you are a new and want to subscribe use CODE: Davis30 for a discount. Today we will be taking a look at the athletes that are able to be Swiss army knifes for their team and do multiple things to help their team succeed. These are the players who teams have to be able to adjust for and player that need to be on your radar moving forward.

Emmitt Munson

Emmitt Munson

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ATH
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS ATH
CLASS 2026
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Emmitt
Munson ATH
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2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
170
HS
Pomona
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Cream of The Crop: 2026 Athletes Rising in The Latest Rankings!
Munson is a true gamechanger with the ability to impact both sides of the ball. As a quarterback,...
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School: Pomona
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Jaxson Pszanka

Jaxson Pszanka

CO
ATH/DB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 190
POS ATH/DB
CLASS 2026
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Jaxson
Pszanka ATH/DB
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
190
HS
Resurrection Christian
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CO
Cream of The Crop: 2026 Athletes Rising in The Latest Rankings!
Pszanka is a dynamic defensive back who can drop into the box to set the edge or line...
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Jaxson Pszanka

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State: Colorado
School: Resurrection Christian
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Sam Hawker

Sam Hawker

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ATH
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 180
POS ATH
CLASS 2026
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Sam
Hawker ATH
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
180
HS
Cheyenne Mountain
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CO
Cream of The Crop: 2026 Athletes Rising in The Latest Rankings!
Hawker is a dual threat quarterback with the ability to beat defenses with his arm and legs. He...
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Sam Hawker

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School: Cheyenne Mountain
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Keaden Lake

Keaden Lake

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ATH/DB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 175
POS ATH/DB
CLASS 2026
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Keaden
Lake ATH/DB
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
175
HS
Eagle Valley
|
CO
Cream of The Crop: 2026 Athletes Rising in The Latest Rankings!
Lake is a Swiss Army knife who contributes as a quarterback, running back, and receiver. His greatest impact...
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State: Colorado
School: Eagle Valley
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Nehemiah Maloid

Nehemiah Maloid

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ATH/EDGE
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 170
POS ATH/EDGE
CLASS 2026
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Nehemiah
Maloid ATH/EDGE
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
170
HS
Westminster
|
CO
Cream of The Crop: 2026 Athletes Rising in The Latest Rankings!
Maloid showcased his versatility when he stepped in as quarterback following an injury to the starter. He displayed...
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School: Westminster
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