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Top 9 of 2029

Top 9 of 2029
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Andy Pham
Andy Pham June 30, 2025 @ 06:00 PM
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Matthew Manuma III
Matthew Manuma III 5'10" | 170 lbs | QB | 2029
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Elston Hooper
Elston Hooper 6'0" | 170 lbs | QB | 2029
UT
Jake Matsen
Jake Matsen 6'3" | 165 lbs | QB | 2029
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Sione Mila
Sione Mila 6'1" | 245 lbs | DL/EDGE | 2029
UT
Kingston Stroshine
Kingston Stroshine 6'0" | 190 lbs | LB | 2029
UT
Malosi Shepard
Malosi Shepard 6'4" | 190 lbs | WR | 2029
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Sidon Satiu
Sidon Satiu 6'4" | 198 lbs | WR/TE | 2029
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McKrae Renteria
McKrae Renteria 5'11" | 165 lbs | WR/DB | 2029
UT
Manti Casuga
Manti Casuga 5'11" | 160 lbs | WR | 2029
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We take a first look at the rankings of the class of 2029. Get to know these names!<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1690997"],"_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-6861edcd1077b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Matsen is an exceptional talent and the clear top prospect in the 2029 class. He has the prototypical size for the position and should get over 200 lbs and end up around the 6'4 range. Matsen has exceptional arm talent, quick processing, and shows good pocket manipulation and navigation. He can vary his velocity, make the tight window throws, and layer his passes with ease. He will be nationally recruited and will be a top 5 QB nationwide in the class. He is a multi-year Power Four starter with early NFL draft capital in his ceiling. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1544102"],"_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-6861edcd107de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stroshine is an exceptional athlete and a two-way player. He is dynamic and an explosive, twitchy prospect. Stroshine moves well laterally, has a quick burst, and is an elite prospect. I like him as a defensive back a little more; he has good hip fluidity, natural instincts, and good length and closing speed. He'll be nationally recruited and be among the top prospects in all the states. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1646342"],"_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-6861edcd1082a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mila is a tremendous athlete. He has great size and frame and should get to about 260 lbs. He is quick off the line and twitchy, which makes him a capable edge rusher. He has good speed, moves well laterally, and has good finishing speed. His size will allow him to work inside and be a nuisance to interior offensive linemen as he can win with power and bull rushers, has violent hands, and good power and physicality to go along with his explosive traits. He has a great ceiling and will be a Power-Four recruit. Great upside. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1514986"],"_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-6861edcd10871"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shepard has great size and projects as a true X-receiver with great ball skills. He has good footwork, good off the line, has great ball-tracking skills, is strong at the catch point, and creates separation and moves well laterally. Shepard has good physicality and has a great upside. He's a Power-Four recruit and is an exceptional receiver for the class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1694164"],"_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-6861edcd108b6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hooper has a good frame and should get to about 6'3 and over 200 lbs. He has great mechanics, a quick throwing motion, makes off-platform plays, and the ball has great zip. Hooper throws a tight spiral, has great ball placement, and can make every throw. He's a player who will be a Power-Four starter. Great upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1382672"],"_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-6861edcd108fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Casuga is a versatile receiver who can work inside or outside. He has great footwork, moves well laterally with good hip fluidity, and is good with the ball in his hands. Casuga creates separation with ease and has strong hands. He's an athletic mover with great upside. He'll get plenty of Power-Four offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1514662"],"_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-6861edcd10940"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Renteria is a great athlete and a two-way dynamic player. He has great hip fluidity, exceptional footwork, and great ball skills. He is strong at the catch point, and I prefer him as a receiver as he is a dynamo with the ball in his hands and can create on his own. His ceiling includes multiple Power-Four offers. Renteria is a great prospect for the class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1699013"],"_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-6861edcd10985"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Manuma has exceptional arm talent. He can dot the ball anywhere on the field and has a big arm. The ball jumps out of his hands, and he reads the entire field. He has great mechanics, makes off-platform plays with ease, and is a player who has great ball placement and has good pocket manipulation. If he hits his ceiling, he's a Power-Four starter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1514707"],"_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-6861edcd109c9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Satiu is a fun two-way physical player. He'll likely fall into an X-receiver role and has great footwork, is strong at the catch point, and moves well. With his physicality and size, he could end up being an athletic tight end. He's been an on-ball backer in the pas,t and it likely won't continue as his skill set as a receiver is tremendous, but that physical play is in his DNA. He'll be a prospect that gets Power-Four offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That was our first look at the top nine of 2029</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

We take a first look at the rankings of the class of 2029. Get to know these names!

Jake Matsen

Jake Matsen

UT
QB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 165
POS QB
CLASS 2029
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Jake
Matsen QB
Class
2029
Height
6'3"
Weight
165
HS
American Fork
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Matsen is an exceptional talent and the clear top prospect in the 2029 class. He has the prototypical...
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State: Utah
School: American Fork
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Kingston Stroshine

Kingston Stroshine

UT
LB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 190
POS LB
CLASS 2029
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Kingston
Stroshine LB
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
Weight
190
HS
Lone Peak
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Stroshine is an exceptional athlete and a two-way player. He is dynamic and an explosive, twitchy prospect. Stroshine...
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Kingston Stroshine

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State: Utah
School: Lone Peak
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Sione Mila

Sione Mila

UT
DL/EDGE
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 245
POS DL/EDGE
CLASS 2029
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Sione
Mila DL/EDGE
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
Weight
245
HS
West
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Mila is a tremendous athlete. He has great size and frame and should get to about 260 lbs....
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Sione Mila

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State: Utah
School: West
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Malosi Shepard

Malosi Shepard

UT
WR
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 190
POS WR
CLASS 2029
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Malosi
Shepard WR
Class
2029
Height
6'4"
Weight
190
HS
Skyridge
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Shepard has great size and projects as a true X-receiver with great ball skills. He has good footwork,...
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Malosi Shepard

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State: Utah
School: Skyridge
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Elston Hooper

Elston Hooper

UT
QB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS QB
CLASS 2029
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Elston
Hooper QB
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
Weight
170
HS
Mountain Ridge
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Hooper has a good frame and should get to about 6’3 and over 200 lbs. He has great...
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Elston Hooper

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State: Utah
School: Mountain Ridge
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Manti Casuga

Manti Casuga

UT
WR
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 160
POS WR
CLASS 2029
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Manti
Casuga WR
Class
2029
Height
5'11"
Weight
160
HS
Corner Canyon
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Casuga is a versatile receiver who can work inside or outside. He has great footwork, moves well laterally...
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Manti Casuga

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State: Utah
School: Corner Canyon
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McKrae Renteria

McKrae Renteria

UT
WR/DB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 165
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2029
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McKrae
Renteria WR/DB
Class
2029
Height
5'11"
Weight
165
HS
Mountain Ridge
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Renteria is a great athlete and a two-way dynamic player. He has great hip fluidity, exceptional footwork, and...
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McKrae Renteria

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State: Utah
School: Mountain Ridge
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Matthew Manuma III

Matthew Manuma III

UT
QB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 170
POS QB
CLASS 2029
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Matthew
Manuma III QB
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
Weight
170
HS
Timpview
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Manuma has exceptional arm talent. He can dot the ball anywhere on the field and has a big...
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Matthew Manuma III

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School: Timpview
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Sidon Satiu

Sidon Satiu

UT
WR/TE
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 198
POS WR/TE
CLASS 2029
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Sidon
Satiu WR/TE
Class
2029
Height
6'4"
Weight
198
HS
Lone Peak
|
UT
Top 9 of 2029
Satiu is a fun two-way physical player. He’ll likely fall into an X-receiver role and has great footwork,...
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Sidon Satiu

State: Utah
School: Lone Peak
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