X Film Study

<p>I'm excited to bring back a popular series from last year—now rebranded as X Film Study—where Oregon athletes can submit their Hudl highlights to be broken down and evaluated. This series gives players nationwide a chance to get noticed, with detailed, honest feedback on their film and a spotlight in front of coaches, fans, and recruiters. Whether you're a rising star or just looking for exposure, this is your opportunity to be featured. Each article will include five athletes, and I'll continue rolling through submissions until every highlight gets the attention it deserves.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ConnorDarby57/status/1927441990506983607 </div></figure>   <p><strong>HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR FILM: </strong>Comment a link to your film by leaving a comment on the pinned post on my X profile. The post on my X profile is above.</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Makarenko is a quick and technically sound interior lineman who plays with great leverage and energy in the trenches. His athleticism really pops on film, especially when pulling or climbing to the second level, where he consistently lands blocks in space. While not the biggest interior lineman, he makes up for it with great footwork, strong hand placement, and a relentless motor. Makarenko is a high-effort player who brings consistency and toughness to every snap.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Nolan Wilson is a versatile and athletic young prospect who spent most of last season playing out of position at center and still managed to impress on the offensive line. His ability to pull and get to the second level stood out on film, showing off his mobility and natural feel for space. While he'll need to add more size if he continues on the offensive line at the varsity level, his future may be even brighter on defense. At linebacker, his instincts, pursuit, and frame give him intriguing upside as he enters his sophomore season.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Though most of Classen's film is from the defensive side of the ball, it's clear he brings a physical, downhill mindset to everything he does. As a linebacker, he plays with aggression, toughness, and a strong motor—rare traits for a sophomore. When given reps at running back, he shows great burst, balance, and power, suggesting he could thrive with more opportunities in the backfield. With his frame and skill set, Classen projects well on either side of the ball and should see his offensive role expand next season.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/lukasbabbitt1/status/1927451786488541515 </div></figure>    <p class="text-gray-700">Babbitt is a physical, downhill linebacker who plays with confidence and a strong understanding of the game. He shows good instincts when diagnosing plays and does a solid job shedding blocks to stay active in pursuit. His frame and strength allow him to hold his ground against the run, while his coverage ability continues to develop. Babbitt is a tough, reliable presence in the middle of the defense with the tools to be a leader of a program.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Nippert is an explosive edge rusher with a long frame and impressive athleticism that immediately jumps off the screen. His speed off the line gives offensive tackles problems, and he flashes good bend and pursuit when tracking down plays from the backside. While he also lines up at receiver, Gresham's limited passing game has kept his offensive production quiet—though the tools are clearly there. As he continues to add strength and grow into his frame, Nippert has the potential to become a dangerous pass-rushing threat.</p>

I'm excited to bring back a popular series from last year—now rebranded as X Film Study—where Oregon athletes can submit their Hudl highlights to be broken down and evaluated. This series gives players nationwide a chance to get noticed, with detailed, honest feedback on their film and a spotlight in front of coaches, fans, and recruiters. Whether you're a rising star or just looking for exposure, this is your opportunity to be featured. Each article will include five athletes, and I'll continue rolling through submissions until every highlight gets the attention it deserves.