The Watch List- 2027s Who Have Caught Our Eye This Week

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome back to The Watch List!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we are looking at some talented 2027s who have caught our eye this week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, be sure to check out their tape below!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1618491"],"_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-6806b700a42c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Michael Chobey is a talented DE prospect out of Huntsville who put together a big sophomore season last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chobey is a dominant run defender down in the trenches- he's quick off the snap, has violent hands, and has the speed, leverage, and strength to consistently work around OL and get to the ball carrier for stops. Chobey plays with relentless effort and is a reliable tackler who makes tons of impressive plays in pursuit, sometimes working from across the field to make plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On passing downs, Chobey has similar success. He's an efficient pass rusher who gains tons of pressure, forces bad decisions, and racks up sacks nearly every time the quarterback drops back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chobey just picked up his second offer last week from North Alabama, and with his talent, he'll have more heading his way in no time. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22220785/66bf8768e348a22441a0f600' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6806b700a4491"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1660601"],"_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-6806b700a4502"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1660601' first='Jaylen' last='Stacy'] is a talented ATH out of Bibb County who has made huge impacts on both sides of the ball over the last two years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Stacy is a reliable DB out in coverage who makes life difficult for opposing WRs. He's great pressing up at the LOS, has good ball skills, and can track and break up passes all over the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, Stacy brings a lot to the table at WR. He's quick, gets downfield, and can haul in catches through coverage. I'm really impressed with how dominant of a blocker Stacy is out wide- he plays with a ton of physicality and opens up a ton of opportunities for his teammates in the open field with his blocking. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stacy is a talented prospect with a bright future ahead at Bibb County- do yourself a favor and check out some of his sophomore tape below.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19456334/674616ccf944d22bcd516fd9' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6806b700a452f"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1660602"],"_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-6806b700a4586"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1660602' first='Avrian' last='Pauley'] is a dominant DL prospect out of McGill Toolen who put together a terrific sophomore season last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'6 260, Pauley has terrific size and athleticism on the defensive line he uses to dominate the line of scrimmage almost every snap. He's quick, has great length, and plays with impressive leverage, consistently putting OL on their heels to create stops for little or no gain.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I'm really impressed with how well Pauley defends the run- he's physical at the point of attack, gets a ton of push on the line of scrimmage, and completely takes away rushing lanes, helping his defense come up with tons of stops upfront. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Just last week, Pauley announced he had picked up his first offer from UT Martin! Watch out for him heading into next season, he's a talented player with a big future ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20864239/675fdab53327cf438e38fe83' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6806b700a45ab"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1660603"],"_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-6806b700a45ef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1660603' first='Jakari' last='Harris'] is a talented MLB from Saraland who has become a huge piece of their defense over the past year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You can tell right off the bat that Harris is a highly intelligent and instinctual defender on this Saraland defense. He reads and reacts to opposing offenses within milliseconds of the ball snapping, consistently flying to where the play is headed to disrupt and come up with stops. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris is a heat-seeking missile- he's highly athletic, can make sideline-to-sideline plays, and has the tackling skills to ensure the ball carrier won't gain any extra yards after he makes contact. Harris also has some impressive skills out in coverage and as a blitzer, making him an every-down threat to opposing offenses. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris had a big year last fall, ending his sophomore season with 88 total tackles (37 solo, 11 for loss), 2 sacks, 3 hurries, 2 PBUs, and one FF.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris just picked up his first offer from UT Martin last week, and with his talent, there's surely more to come. Give his film a watch below and be sure to look out for him this upcoming season, he's got a big year ahead!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22758217/675a2719854a5009a17d1ac4' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6806b700a4612"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1127666"],"_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-6806b700a4654"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1127666' first='Garrett' last='Hendrix'] is a talented LB/RB prospect out of Woodland who has made a ton of huge plays over the past two years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, Hendrix is an explosive back who kills defenses with his vision, patience, and acceleration. He waits for blocks to develop and can quickly turn upfield for huge gains within moments' notice, making the most out of every carry.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Hendrix is a downhill threat against the run who racks up tons of tackles down by the line of scrimmage. He's quick to identify plays and has the speed, pursuit, and tackling skills to quickly adjust and come up with stops no matter where he lines up pre-snap. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've had eyes on Hendrix for a while now, and he just continues to impress. He's a dominant two-way player who helps his team in so many different ways, it's really impressive to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hendrix ended his sophomore season with 32 carries for 165 yards on the ground and 40 total tackles (15 solo, one for loss) on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Be sure to watch some of Hendrix's sophomore tape down below, he's a talented prospect on both sides of the ball with 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/3/19292766/67f4016fce6e55d31a441389' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6806b700a4675"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->