Film Room Fridays- Top Defensive Submissions of the Week

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome back to Film Room Fridays!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this installment, we are looking at some of the recent submissions we have received from prospects on the defensive side of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, feel free to send your tape to us @PrepRedzoneAL and @CooperMorreale on Twitter/X for a chance to be featured! We are always trying to grow our coverage and community here on the site!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1640519"],"_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-67ed643d0f84f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1640519' first='Bryce' last='Carter'] is a dynamic DB coming off one of his best seasons yet at Montgomery Catholic last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carter is a talented ball hawk out in coverage- he's quick on his feet, keeps his eyes on the quarterback, and has the instincts and ball skills to easily break on passes for huge pass breakups and interceptions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carter is just as reliable as a run defender- he quickly comes downfield from the secondary, fights off blockers, and wraps up the ball carrier down near the line of scrimmage for little to no gain.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carter had his best season yet last fall, ending his junior year with 43 total tackles (28 solo, one for loss), 3 INTs, and 2 PBUs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out Carter's tape from last season below, he's a talented prospect with a big year ahead of him at Benjamin Russell this fall!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17654638/675b38baae41763fdde5544e' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67eeac14cbd54"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651333"],"_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-67ed643d0f8a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1651333' first='Jackson' last='Sarapin'] is a talented DL prospect out of Muscle Shoals who put together a really impressive season last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Three things that immediately jump off of Sarapin's tape are his effort, motor, and skills in pursuit- he's a destructive force on the line of scrimmage who will work through multiple blockers and make his way across the entire field if it means he can help his defense come up with stops. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I'm really impressed with how well Sarapin matches up at the line of scrimmage- he's got great size, speed, power, and leverage he uses to immediately put OL on their heels and make plays in the backfield. It's seriously impressive how quickly Sarapin gets off the snap- he's an athletic member of Muscle Shoals' defensive line capable of making huge plays every down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sarapin had a huge year last fall, ending his junior season with 32 total tackles (4 for loss), 3 sacks, one forced fumble, and 3 QB hurries.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sarapin was a big piece of Muscle Shoal's defense last fall, be sure to check out his tape from last season below.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16631724/674e33c3bd1ec69a7a8b2abf' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67eeac14cbdce"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651334"],"_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-67ed643d0f8e8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kavarris "Duke" Duncan is a versatile DL/EDGE prospect out of Wintersboro who made a ton of huge plays across their front last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Duncan is an explosive threat in the trenches with great size, speed, and strength he uses to dominate the line of scrimmage every snap. I'm really impressed with the variety of moves Duncan uses to beat offensive linemen into the backfield, he has violent hands and uses his speed to fly through the line of scrimmage and get to the quarterback.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Duncan is a dominant pass rusher who constantly generates pressure or places hits on the quarterback, he demands tons of attention from offensive lines and still finds ways to come up with stops on almost every passing down. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's going to be exciting watching Duncan this next season, in the meantime, check out his tape from last season below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17675926/673cc2690e785b1af6208b02' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67eeac14cbe37"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651336"],"_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-67ed643d0f925"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1651336' first='Dwand' last='Atkins'] is a dominant 2028 LB who made a huge impact on Selma's defense last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Atkins is quick to read and react to opposing offenses- he's excellent at finding and attacking the ball against the run, flying downhill, filling in rushing lanes, and wrapping up the ball carrier down by the line of scrimmage for little to no gain. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Atkins is just as dominant on passing downs- he's great in coverage, sticks with WRs and has the ball skills to break up and pick off passes downfield. I'm most impressed with Atkins's ability to create sideline-to-sideline plays- he's a fast, instinctual player on this Selma defense who flies to the ball nearly every snap.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Atkins has a bright future ahead of him at Selma, be sure to check out his freshman varsity film below.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22613513/67436a926536928fd4afedd6' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67eeac14cbe9d"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651338"],"_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-67ed643d0f95e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1651338' first='Gunnar' last='Shawley'] is a talented DL prospect out of Brooks' who played really well throughout his sophomore season last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shawley is quick off the snap, has impressive speed and pursuit skills, and makes huge impacts for his defense every snap. I'm really impressed with how easy it is for Shawley to shed off blocks and make his way to the ball carrier- he's especially dominant against the run, consistently coming up with big stops by the line of scrimmage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shawley is just as productive on passing downs, he quickly finds ways into the backfield, generates great pressure, and forces opposing quarterbacks to make bad decisions with the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shawley ended his sophomore season with 20 total tackles, 5+ QB pressures, one sack, and one forced fumble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Be sure to watch out for Shawley this upcoming season, he has a big junior year ahead of him this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18024230/67462f9d1a0be782ea78845a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67eeac14cbf03"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651344"],"_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-67eeac14cbf48"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1651344' first='Carter' last='Wright'] is an impressive 2028 OLB prospect out of James Clemens who made a ton of huge plays last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wright is an athletic LB who flies around the field to come up with stops for his defense- he plays with great speed, pursuit, and instincts he uses to find and attack the ball nearly every snap. I'm really impressed with Wright'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>Wright is even more impressive as a pass rusher off the edge, he's quick off the snap, physically dominates opposing OTs, and consistently makes his way to the quarterback to generate pressure and rack up sacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wright put together some impressive tape from his first season you can see below, he's a talented prospect with a big sophomore year ahead of him this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19863209/674ce91c1a1ef8504fa3f92f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67eeac14cbf68"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651349"],"_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-67eeac14cbfb1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1651349' first='Lamarien' last='Miller'] is a dynamic DB out of McGill Toolen coming off a great sophomore season in their secondary last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miller is a fast, instinctual defender who can make impressive plays against the run and pass. Miller is terrific out in coverage- he isn't easily beaten over the top, is great at tracking the ball, and can quickly react to come up with huge pass breakups and interceptions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miller is just as good at defending the run- he's a physical defender who flies downhill to fill in rushing lanes and consistently wraps up and delivers huge hits to the ball carrier for little to no gain.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Be sure to check out Miller's tape below- he's a talented prospect with a big junior season ahead of him this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17752149/6758debe2f0eba331bb34c71' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67eeac14cbfd1"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->