Athlete Spotlight- 5 Two Way Prospects Who Caught Our Eye

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome to our Athlete Spotlight!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we are looking at 5 two way prospects who caught our eye over this past week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These guys were dominant at multiple positions last fall and deserve more attention, be sure to check their tape out below!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1654991"],"_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-67f7fc84dd6cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1654991' first='Lijah' last='Jones'] is a talented two-way player in the trenches for Colbert County, lining up and producing at OT and DT in some huge ways last season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At DT, Jones is quick off the snap, has active hands, and can get through the line of scrimmage and impact offenses in multiple ways. He efficiently generates interior pressure on passing downs and does a great job taking on blockers to create stops against the run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jones is just as reliable at OT. He plays with good leverage, has impressive strength, and does a great job playing through the whistle. He's a talented run blocker who can easily drive defenders off the line of scrimmage and open up huge plays on the ground. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I was really impressed with Jones' junior tape. He's a versatile player who shows what Colbert County does upfront on both sides of the ball—be sure to check him out below! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18142959/67f3f97aa2517c4ac9b077fd' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67f7fc84dd863"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1654995"],"_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-67f7fc84dd8e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zay "Joker" Johnson is a talented WR/FS prospect out of Ashford coming off a dominant sophomore season where he made huge plays on both sides of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'2 190, Johnson has the size and athleticism to be a problem for both offenses and defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson is a physical WR who can run and get open off a wide variety of routes. It's impressive seeing how he attacks every level of the field, he's quick on his feet, has a reliable set of hands, and can create explosive gains after the catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Johnson lines up at FS and provides great coverage over the top and terrific run support. He's a rangy safety who can fly around the field to break up passes, haul in INTs, and get downhill to defend the run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I was really impressed with how versatile and dominant Johnson was last fall- he's set up for a huge junior season, be sure to check out his tape below!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17883138/671dbbb60d05f27b61311aec' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67f7fc84dd913"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1655015"],"_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-67f7fc84dd95a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1655015' first='Khyree' last='Owens'] is a talented DT/C prospect out of Valiant Cross coming off a big junior season last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Owens is a force in the trenches wherever he lines up. He's quick off the snap, plays with good leverage, and has a ton of strength and power he uses to win matchups at the line of scrimmage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, Owens does a great job opening up rushing lanes at the line of scrimmage- he's strong, can take on multiple defenders, and creates tons of space for his teammates. At DT, Owens gets great penetration on the LOS, fights off blockers, and makes impressive tackles in pursuit. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Owens is a really well-rounded prospect who put together some impressive tape from last season you can see below. Be sure to watch out for him this fall, he has a big senior year ahead!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16920297/6700500e372c03dd4e44dc42' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67f7fc84dd97e"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1655023"],"_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-67f7fc84dd9bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1655023' first='Cooper' last='Wales'] is a talented 2028 WR/FS prospect who made tons of big plays in all three phases of the game for Elkmont last season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, Wales has the speed and size to quickly get downfield and make impressive catches over the tops of defenders. He has a great set of hands. tracks the ball really well, and can attack multiple levels of the field out wide.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wales is just as productive on defense and special teams. He liens up at FS, and can fly around the field to come up with huge stops. He's impressive in pursuit, is a talented tackler, and plays with a ton of effort every snap. Wales also did a great job as a kick returner last season, consistently putting his offense in great starting field position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wales ended his freshman year with 122 receiving yards, 25 tackles, 3 PBUs, and multiple great kickoff returns. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wales put together some great tape from last season you can see below, he's a talented 2028 with a bright future ahead for Elkmont!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22205561/67263934c232bc05076e9e09' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67f803e60e39a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1653904"],"_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-67f7fc84dda00"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1655025' first='John' last='Leith'] is a talented ATH out of Chelsea who made a ton of great plays for their defense and special teams last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leith is a talented safety who can fly around the field and come up with huge stops against the run and pass. He has a ton of instincts, is quick to react, and constantly puts himself in great position to make plays. I'm really impressed with Leith's tackling- he gets low, wraps up, and doesn't allow for any extra yards after making initial contact</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leith also has some serious talent as a punter. He can completely flip field position by booming off some impressive punts downfield and has shown that he can do while under pressure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Be sure to check out Leith's tape below! He's got some really impressive film and has made a huge impact on Chelsea's defense and special teams unit. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16505950/6709d076060b2f1f3d9659dc' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67f803e60e3e5"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->