Small-School 2027s with Big-Time Talent

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;howe30&nbsp;in the coupon code area.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There's talent everywhere. It's a cliche because it's true. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It holds when talking small-school football in Iowa. Pull up at a dimly-lit grass field on a Friday night anywhere in the state to view examples.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are guys that fit the mold in the 2027 Class: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1358960"],"_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-6813f5fbb4df1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The eight-player game fits Pryor well as a student-athlete with speed and a motor. Video highlights on his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16568287/Cal-Pryor/highlights">Hudl page</a> reveal a student-athlete that plays well in space on both sides of the ball. Pryor performs with good tempo and looks natural when playing the game. He played snaps at quarterback and showed potential there, too. Right now, defensive back probably is his likely position after high school. Pryor is coming off of a sophomore season that saw him record 45.5 tackles (26 solo, 3.0 TFL) and two interceptions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1359967"],"_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-6813f8ad63447"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As a sophomore in 2024, Peszulik threw for 1,632 yards with 20 touchdowns and seven interceptions. He added 259 yards and a score on the ground. As a defensive back, Peszulik contributed 27.5 tackles (16 solo) and an interception. His <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19948712/67d243fec1297ba0620a4635">sophomore highlight video</a> reveals a quarterback with good ball-placement and the ability to stretch the field. Peszulik sells the play-action passing game well and has good footwork. He's a physical player in the secondary that's sticky in coverage and an asset against the rush. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1359097"],"_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-6813f8ad6349a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Patterson got his feet wet at quarterback and was a key contributor on defense as a sophomore in 2024. He threw for four touchdowns against just one interception. He registered 23.0 tackles (16 solo, 1.0 TFL) with two interceptions. A viewing of Patterson's <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19887056/6716e693fc3738fccfdb422b">10th-grade highlight video</a> shows a thumper in the secondary. He's especially adept at pursuing the run aided by straight-line speed and physicality. Patterson flashes upside behind center with a good arm and athleticism. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1199295"],"_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-6813f8ad634e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile athlete, Pals contributes to the cause in multiple areas. He threw for five touchdowns and ran for seven more as a 10th-grader last season. Pals produced 24.5 tackles (11 solo, 1.0 TFL) and averaged 25.4 yards on seven kick returns with one TD. Highlight video on his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18011719/keenan-pals/highlights">Hudl page</a> illustrate how he takes care of business between the lines. Pals is a true dual-threat quarterback capable of burning defenses with his arm or legs. He's fast and physical as a runner. That athleticism and toughness play on defense or in the return game as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1250032"],"_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-6813fa618ea10"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">There isn't much video footage of Nelson out there. His Hudl page holds clips from two and three years ago. We can <a href="https://x.com/PNelly91/status/1780941317213675552">see him performing </a>at a recent 7-on-7 tournament. It's enough to create interest in seeing more. Nelson shows accuracy and arm strength. His ball placement allows receivers to gain yards after the catch. He got his feet wet in sharing the quarterback duties at Iowa Falls-Alden as a sophomore in 2024. A noticeable step forward this coming season is well within reach. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1621106"],"_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-6813fa618ea67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Moon produced at a high level as a 10th-grader last season. He rushed for 1,723 yards and 26 touchdowns, adding three scoring passes. On defense, he contributed 19.0 tackles (13 solo) and he averaged 31.2 yards on six kick returns. On his<a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19639666/6737ab202e6d268f865d0185"> sophomore highlight video</a>, Moon looks dynamic with the ball in his hands. It's an impressive combination of power and speed. While it's often one cut and go, Moon has some wiggle to his game and sharp vision. A skill set that also works on defense, Moon has options when it comes to positions at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->