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<p><strong>With over 900 athletes in attendance, it's not always easy to be recognized as one of the top performers at the event. Here we take a look at some of the region's top talent on the offensive side of the ball at the NW Showcase.. </strong></p>
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<p>1.[player_tooltip player_id='1232699' first='Cade' last='Mitchell'] 26' QB Mountainside OR "MVP"</p>
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<p>Mitchell was just named the QB MVP at the largest showcase on the west coast, highlighting one of the most impressive off seasons of any player in the region. He has now racked up multiple accolades over the last few weeks. Credit to New Mexico who has to be ecstatic with his recent commitment. </p>
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<p>2.[player_tooltip player_id='1368318' first='Michael' last='Kori'] 27' WR Kamiakin WA</p>
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<p>Just for the record, I stated that Kori would be one of the most talked about athletes at the NW Showcase, which was the case and then some. Oregon St made a good move by offering with Idaho right after. Expect to see his stock skyrocket. </p>
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<p>3.[player_tooltip player_id='1397350' first='Xavier' last='Berry'] 29' OL Cascade Christian WA</p>
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<p>The Ducks jumped in on the early sweepstakes for what will be one of the most recruited O lineman in the nation for the class of 2029. The 6-6 260 pounder added an offer from Oregon and held his own against the top 2026's at the event. </p>
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<p>4.[player_tooltip player_id='769925' first='Oliver' last='Luebkert'] 26' WR Beaverton OR</p>
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<p>Luebkert is the other athlete everyone seemed to be talking about going into the showcase. He was outstanding at the receiver spot all day as you can expect numerous Big Sky and Mid Major universities to make their intentions known shortly. He currently holds an offer from San Diego and projects as a double digit D1 offer WR. </p>
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<p>5.[player_tooltip player_id='1110833' first='Isaiah' last='Owens'] 26' RB Glacier Peak WA "MVP"</p>
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<p>One of the fastest athletes anywhere in the region left no doubt turning heads all day. Owens racked up RB MVP honors over some legit talent and will be in the conference POY conversation this coming season. </p>
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<p>6.[player_tooltip player_id='1110964' first='Cole' last='Newton'] 26' TE Tualatin OR "MVP"</p>
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<p>The big man caught everything thrown his way, earning TE MVP honors while out maneuvering almost every defender who attempted to guard him. As mentioned previously his stock continues to rise, projecting at the D1 level. </p>
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<p>7.[player_tooltip player_id='937241' first='Cole' last='Hachmeister'] 27' RB Tualatin OR</p>
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<p>One of the freakiest athletes in the region. Hachmeister was in the mix for MVP honors and has D1 speed (10.8 100 meters). When all is said and done, he has the potential of being the best RB to come out of Tualatin since Luke Staley, who ended up winning the Doak Walker award at BYU, being recognized as the best RB in the nation. </p>
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<p>8.[player_tooltip player_id='904208' first='Zeke' last='Thomas'] 28' QB Willamette OR</p>
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<p>As of right now Thomas is listed as Oregon's #1 recruit for the 2028 class. The dual sport standout brings a lot to the table you can't teach. He was on fire all day, looking like the most consistent QB in attendance separate from [player_tooltip player_id='1232699' first='Cade' last='Mitchell'] and a few out of state D1 QBs. </p>
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<p>9.[player_tooltip player_id='1341235' first='Jaxon' last='Barber'] 26' Lakeridge OR</p>
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<p>Barber was dominant on the interior and helped himself out from a recruiting standpoint winning multiple battles against top D lineman. He has been offered by multiple D2s including Western Oregon and Central Washington. Don't be surprised to see the Big Sky's get in the mix. </p>
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<p>10.[player_tooltip player_id='1369680' first='Dalton' last='Stevens'] 27' G Mark Morris WA</p>
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<p>Definitely one of the top interior lineman in the region. Stevens has been a standout since his freshman season, being named a 2x all-conference selection. He was incredibly impressive at the event showing off quick feet and not losing a matchup. </p>
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<p>11.[player_tooltip player_id='1544468' first='EJ' last='Cozart'] 26' WR Jefferson OR</p>
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<p>The Demo's brought a legit crew that represented all day with Cozart being the most talked about player in the PIL over the off season. His 4.4 speed and state championship jumping ability were on display for all to see. </p>
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<p>12.[player_tooltip player_id='914315' first='Corinthian' last='Littleton'] 26' WR Parkrose OR</p>
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<p>Another kid who torched opponents as part of Team Lillard and has carried that over to the off-season circuit. Littleton routed multiple DB's and was one of the most impressive offensive players at the showcase. He will be a tear in the NWOC.</p>
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