Linebacker Nation: Updates On Five Kansas LBs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>My favorite position to scout and feature is a nasty hard-hitting linebacker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here is an update on five Kansas prospects who play linebacker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Each was selected primarily because they own claimed Redzone Profiles and have proven they can punish ball carriers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1429492"],"_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-67bc9ce5c3f3f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Martinez had a big senior season for the Redskins. He recorded 78 touchdowns for Liberal. He was a big-time playmaker recovering three fumbles and snatching two interceptions. He scored three touchdowns on turnover returns. He has committed to play college ball for the Southwestern College Moundbuilders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1115501"],"_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-67bc9e96af36e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kaniper is one of the top uncommitted linebackers in the Kansas Class of 2025, but he might be headed to college to throw the javelin. He finished with 187 tackles for Kaws as a senior. He is fast and finishes tackles. College Coaches looking to finish off their current recruiting classes and still need a backer should check in on the Perry-Lecompton prospect. Earlier this month, Kaniper announced he had received an offer from Emporia State to compete in Track &amp; Field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1147087"],"_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-67bca1ceb30e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Flanagan missed most of his junior season after suffering an upper-body injury. I don't scout hockey, but I always wanted to fit that in. He has a high football IQ and, like many of the Topeka High prospects, has benefited from a new coaching staff. He plans on making the rounds of camps and clinics this offseason. He will need to prove that he can stay healthy during his senior campaign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1463234"],"_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-67bca1ceb3179"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A sophomore linebacker to watch closely is Mill Valley's Farley. He finished with 46 tackles and two fumble recoveries for the Jaguars. Playing a significant number of snaps as a sophomore in a program like Mill Valley speaks volumes. Farley is also an amateur wrestler. He has received multiple invites to camps and clinics this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1594487"],"_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-67bcb4b96214a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Campa's speed kills opposing offenses. He finished his sophomore season with 68 tackles for the Indians. He can get into the backfield and be disruptive. He recorded three tackles for loss and one quarterback sack. He should be a key cog on the Clearwater defense for two more seasons. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->