2026s destined for a Breakout Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The weather is finally consistently warm, and camp season is in full swing. Blink, and the regular season will be here. I'll admit that it's a tad early to be talking about breakout seasons, but I couldn't help but shout out five incoming seniors who I'm supremely confident in. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1225740"],"_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-6830b7ccd7c1f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grady had a good 2024 season, but I think he could show massive improvement during his senior season. He has the tools. A good arm, developing IQ, and enough athleticism to be a very viable dual-threat at the high school level. Long story short, Grady reminds me a lot of former Rochester and current MI Tech QB, Alex Bueno. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Heading into his final season at West Catholic, I think there's a high likelihood that the Falcons return to Ford Field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1538022"],"_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-6830b7ccd7c85"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I've talked about Jack quite a bit this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Camp after camp, Jack has performed extremely well. He's a super well-rounded TE. He's got good size, a solid athletic profile, good routes, and good hands. I don't think Jack is an elite player, but he's a dang good high school football player. Considering Northview's successful 2024 season and their new transfer QB, I could see Jack helping lead the offense to another excellent season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1225707"],"_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-6830b7ccd7cd0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Owen was unfortunately sidelined last season due to injury, but he seems back at 100%.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Heck, he ran an 11.31 at a track meet earlier this month. For someone who's 6'4", that's an incredibly impressive time. Pair that with Owen's several great camp performances last season and the fact that he's still fairly new to football, it's hard not to be excited for this Fall. East Kentwood's WR room is as good as it's ever been in the 2020s, though I beleive Owen will be able to earn a significant role this season. Can't wait to see what Owen accomplishes, and I'll again have a close eye on him throughout the summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1225690"],"_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-6830b7ccd7d22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A hard-nosed, hard-working linebacker. I've been impressed with Nathan every single time I've watched him in person. He's always one of the most competitive and hard-working players on the field. Nathan is not the best athlete, but he has that focus and edge you want from a linebacker. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Where Nathan could provide a ton of value is leadership. He's a starting Senior linebacker on a team that's trying hard to rebuild. Whether Nathan solidifies himself as a vocal leader or just leads by example, I'm confident that the underclassmen of Okemos will be looking up to Nathan. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["284017"],"_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-6830b7ccd7d69"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Comer has been a great high school football player for a very long time. In fact, we've been following Comer since his freshman season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Recently, Tristan has fully made the switch to offensive tackle. Coaches tout his balance, ability to bend, and generally how quickly Tristian is developing. He's transformed from a kid with zero offers to a fringe Power 4 prospect. I can count on one hand the number of prospects who rise as quickly as Tristian. He should be able to seamlessly use what he's learned this offseason to dominate the 2025 season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->