Film Room: Checking In on Versatile Iowa Athletes

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;howe30&nbsp;in the coupon code area</em></strong><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Iowa has a knack for producing athletes capable of playing multiple positions at the next level. It keeps open doors on the recruiting trail. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's closer look at a collection of student-athletes from the state that fit the description: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1656847"],"_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-6844dbf912c77"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I watched Schnell during the Back 2 Ballin 7-on-7 tournament a few months ago and was impressed with how he contributed on both sides of the ball. He's solidly built already with a frame capable of adding mass without costing him speed and athleticism. Schnell can get open and cause damage after the catch as a receiver. He has some quick-twitch mixed with power. Those traits serve him on defense, too, where safety best suits his skill set. Schnell also would be an asset on special teams for programs at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1657934"],"_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-6844dbf912ce5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Carlton got his prep career started in style last season. The freshman carried 59 times for 440 yards (7.5 YPC) and six touchdowns for an undefeated freshman team. His <a href="https://x.com/CalebCarlt2028/status/1920977580779344301">ninth-grade highlights</a> capture a play-maker with the ball in this hands. Carlton can pick his way through traffic running between the tackles thanks to strong vision and sharp cuts. He also displays the speed to get to the outside and turn it up field. Carlton runs hard and through arm tackles. He's solidly built for a underclassman and should fill out more without losing speed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687034"],"_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-6844e7928f2c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Goodrich proved to be a dynamic playmaker as a junior in 2024. He rushed five times for 195 yards and two touchdowns and caught seven balls for 68 yards. Listing his positions as tight end and receiver, Goodrich displays traits that make guys successful at both spots. He illustrates that during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16833861/67ded0ec6e0778148d05e00d">11th-grade highlight video</a>. Atlantic moves him around the formation with him showing up at H-Back, in-line and in the slot. Goodrich is a tough cover for defenders no matter where he starts out. He chews up yards with speed and power, and is a willing and able blocker. Goodrich is deserving of more attention in the recruiting trail, that's for sure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687045"],"_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-6844f5969fd42"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lovell stood out on both sides of the ball as a junior in 2024. He rushed for 852 yards and 11 touchdowns, caught 10 balls for 127 yards and a score, collected 48.5 tackles (28 solo, 1.0 TFL) and an interception, and averaged 14.4 yards on seven kick returns. Lovell operates with physicality whether he's taking a handoff and punishing defenders or shedding blocks and pummeling the guy withe ball. His <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14884965/672e9cfdb8639319350b4165">junior highlight video</a> provides impressive footage of these acts. It's a skill set coveted by coaches in the next level, so maybe interest in Lovell will rise, as it should, moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687054"],"_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-6844f5969fd97"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">On-line footage of Anderson playing football is limited. I found a <a href="https://x.com/andersonjarod1/status/1919859153129951742">few clips on social media</a>. Three of them show Anderson's versatility as a running back with power and speed. He has a nice feel for when to be patient and let blocks set up, and when to just go. The defensive clip has him at linebacker, chasing down a running back. You can see the lateral movement and burst that make him effective on defense. The film is from his time at Cedar Rapids Kennedy. With likely more opportunity in Keokuk this coming season, a breakout campaign could very well be in the cards for the junior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687065"],"_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-6844f5969fde4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As a junior in 2024, Vander Broek contributed all around the field. He did some of his best work on defense, where he collected 11 solo tackles and a fumble recovery, and picked off two throws. When watching his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14884976/6797c2587c4dce95941873ea">junior highlight video</a>, we witness a deep safety that thrives by diagnosing plays quickly and flying to the football. Vander Broek closes well against the pass or run. He also shows promise as a slot receiver capable of finding holes in the middle of the field or getting deep. Vander Broek possesses the potential to break out this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->