Offensive Weapons to Watch: Quiet Risers Set to Break Out

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're highlighting a handful of offensive weapons who are quietly developing and prepping to make a big splash this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1668050"],"_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-6818d32cf2b1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cripe is someone I don't think will stay hidden for much longer. He's got a big frame that he knows how to use well. He's strong, good at the catch point, and doesn't struggle with DBs being up in his face. He's able to create space with his frame the right way he was fairly productive last year. He was top 10 in the state with receiving yards from the 2027 class with 727 yards and 13 TDs. He's a big frame in the end zone and was as reliable as they come down there.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1665435"],"_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-6818d32cf2b78"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Biggerstaff is a dynamic 2-way player who I really like going both ways. Defensively, he's quick and has good wiggle. He can create pressure, and he doesn't miss the tackle when it comes his way. Offensively, he's a dynamic back with great short-area agility and speed. He's got good vision, balance, and re-acceleration. I liked his JV tape last year and feel he'll be ready to contribute this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1661266"],"_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-6818d32cf2bc1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lainhart is tucked away in a small school, but the talent is clear. He's got good ball skills and a natural feel for the field. He's able to create separation and doesn't lose any momentum. There are times it feels like he's coasting out on the field because he's typically so much more athletic than everyone else, but when he hits the gas, it's clear he's got a 2nd gear. Lainhart is someone I'll watch because I want to see how he performs when nobody is looking.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1668055"],"_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-6818d32cf2c0a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Steffey is an intriguing receiver who made his mark last season as a reliable target, especially in key moments or 3rd downs. He finished with 551 yards and 11 touchdowns. He's got strong hands and the ability to create separation. He's shifty in space and does a good job working underneath, especially out of the slot, where he can find soft spots and move the chains. He was a go-to guy on third downs and proved he could be trusted to make plays when it mattered.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1668063"],"_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-6818d32cf2c4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gilbert is a really good athlete who brings a lot of versatility to the offense. He finished the year with 39 catches for 502 yards through the air and added another 352 on the ground. He had 10 total TDs for the offense and did a good job making the most of his reps. Whether he's lined up out wide, in the slot, or getting touches out of the backfield, he's a threat to make something happen. He's smooth in space, tough after the catch, and just finds ways to produce. With the way he was used this past season, he should be an even bigger part of the offense moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->