Prospect Spotlight- Rising Stars Across the State

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome to this week's Prospect Spotlight!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we are checking out some of the state's top emerging talent- these guys have been blowing up this offseason and have huge years ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, be sure to check out their tape down below!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1662978"],"_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-680d30fe8ce45"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1662978' first='Isaac' last='McNeil'] is a dominant EDGE/LB prospect out of Vigor who has made a huge impact up front for their defense last season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McNeil is explosive off the edge- he's highly athletic, plays with great speed, leverage, and bend, and can cause tons of problems for offenses as a pass rusher. McNeil flies off the snap, has violent hands, and has the power and speed to work around OTs and get to the quarterback, constantly making an impact in the backfield. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McNeil is just as good at defending the run, He plays with tons of effort, is great in pursuit, and has a great motor he uses to fight off multiple blockers to get to the ball carrier. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Earlier this week, McNeil picked up his first two offers from Jackson State and Troy!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McNeil has some impressive tape from last season you can see below, make sure to give him a watch!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19530077/677c0c34e67c0ae59394afaa' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680d30fe8d11e"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1662983"],"_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-680d30fe8d189"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1662983' first='Ethan' last='Isbell'] is a dominant DB out of Pell City who made a ton of huge plays out in their secondary last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Isbell is seriously impressive in coverage- he doesn't let anyone get behind him, has great instincts and ball skills, and can quickly cover tons of ground to come up with stops all over the field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On top of that, Isbell is an impressive tackler who doesn't shy away from contact. He does great in run support- he's terrific in pursuit, gets low, and wraps up the ball carrier really well to eliminate any extra yards after making initial contact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Isbell has seen his recruitment open up a ton this offseason, picking up offers from North Alabama, New Mexico, Southern Miss, and others within the last few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Isbell has some great junior tape you can see below- make sure to check him out, he's got tons of talent!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/14957835/66f18bfdb74c1372f352cb97' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680d30fe8d1bc"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1662987"],"_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-680d30fe8d213"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1662987' first='Jaxon' last='Williams'] is a dominant OL/DL prospect out of Faith Academy who has helped his team a ton in the trenches the last few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Although Williams has spent time on both sides of the ball, he's close to unstoppable on Faith Academy's defensive line. Williams is a dominant force on the interior who has great size, explodes off the snap, and can create tons of stops against the run and pass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams is a tough man to move in the trenches- his quickness, power, and motor at 6'2 300 make him a matchup nightmare upfront for offensive linemen. I'm seriously impressed with what he can do against the run- he is terrific at closing down rushing lanes and frequently meets the ball carrier behind the LOS for some huge stops for loss. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams picked up his first two offers this past week from Troy and Alabama State, and I expect more will head his way soon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams has a huge year ahead of him this fall, check out some of his junior tape down below!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17916624/65bfeed60c53590bacddc77d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680d30fe8d242"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1662992"],"_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-680d30fe8d296"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1662992' first='Landon' last='Watkins'] is a talented WR/RB out of Pigsah who has made some huge impacts for his team's offense over the past few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watkins is a dominant slot who can seriously hurt defenses with his speed and twitch out wide- he's an impressive route runner who can attack several different levels of the field to make huge plays for his team's passing attack.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watkins is a magician with the ball in his hands- he's highly elusive, makes quick cuts, and consistently makes defenders miss in the open field to rack up tons of yards after the catch. I was seriously impressed with just how explosive he is, he's a shifty WR I expect to have a huge season this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watkins picked up his first offer from West Alabama a few days back, it'll be exciting watching him continue to blow up!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watkins has some great tape from last season- be sure to take a look at his film down below!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/14824610/6765995bf32ccbf8bcce79cc' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680d30fe8d2c3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1662998"],"_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-680d30fe8d316"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1662998' first='Jaylen' last='Hill'] is a dominant OL out of Lanett coming off a really impressive sophomore season last fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'5 290, [player_tooltip player_id='1662998' first='Jaylen' last='Hill'] has the size and athleticism to dominate the line of scrimmage every snap. Hill is a mauler in the run game. He is terrific at opening up rushing lanes at the line of scrimmage and has the agility to work from level to level and open up bigger opportunities downfield as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hill can also provide great pass protection- he's fast on his feet, is quick to react, and can counter edge rushers to provide plenty of time for his QB to make decisions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hill picked up his very first offer from Troy this week! Huge congratulations to him, he's a talented player who deserves more eyes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure to check out some of Hill's tape down below, he's got a big junior season ahead!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19603085/674103682b1d32398302db7a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680d30fe8d343"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->