X Film Study 2: Trench Warriors and a Standout Safety Headline

Welcome back to X Film Study, where we take a closer look at Hudl highlights submitted by high school athletes across Oregon and break down what stands out on film. This series is all about giving under-the-radar prospects a platform for exposure while offering evaluations of their game. In Part Two, we're shifting our focus to the trenches, highlighting two hard-nosed defensive linemen, a powerful and technically sound interior offensive lineman, and a quarterback with the tools to take the next step. We'll also close things out with a surprise standout in the secondary, a rangy safety whose instincts and ball skills jumped off the screen.   <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>   HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR FILM: 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.     Adams is a strong, well-built quarterback who shows poise in the pocket and solid command of the offense. He makes smart decisions with the football and is especially effective on short and intermediate throws, showing good timing and anticipation. While his deep ball is still developing, refining his throwing mechanics could help unlock more consistency and overall arm efficiency. With his sturdy frame and football IQ, Adams has the potential to take a big step forward heading into his senior season.      Mishkin, a recent transfer to West Linn, is a powerful and technically advanced interior lineman who's expected to step in and start right away. He brings a rare combination of size, balance, and athleticism, showing excellent movement when pulling and the ability to finish blocks at the second level. His strong hands, polished footwork, and physicality in the trenches make him a problem for defenders in both the run and pass game. With his current trajectory, Mishkin has a legitimate chance to become the top offensive lineman in Oregon's 2027 class.      Ford is a strong, physical interior defensive lineman who anchors well against the run and brings a powerful presence to the line of scrimmage. He uses his size and strength to control blockers and flashes solid technique with his hands to disengage. His frame and motor allow him to wear down opponents over four quarters. Ford projects as a dependable, space-eating lineman who can be a steady force in the middle.      Deo is a compact, high-motor defensive lineman who plays with grit and physicality in the trenches. Despite being undersized, he uses leverage well and shows good strength at the point of attack. His quickness off the snap allows him to slip through gaps and make plays in the backfield. Deo may not fit the prototypical mold, but his effort and toughness stand out on film.      Connelly was one of the biggest surprises on film—an instinctive, smooth-moving safety who consistently puts himself in the right position to make plays. He covers ground quickly in zone, shows impressive ball skills, and reacts confidently and quickly in the open field. His ability to process what's in front of him and take clean angles separates him from most safeties at this stage. With his length, range, and football IQ, Connelly has the makings of a breakout star in the secondary heading into his senior year.

Welcome back to X Film Study, where we take a closer look at Hudl highlights submitted by high school athletes across Oregon and break down what stands out on film. This series is all about giving under-the-radar prospects a platform for exposure while offering evaluations of their game. In Part Two, we're shifting our focus to the trenches, highlighting two hard-nosed defensive linemen, a powerful and technically sound interior offensive lineman, and a quarterback with the tools to take the next step. We'll also close things out with a surprise standout in the secondary, a rangy safety whose instincts and ball skills jumped off the screen.