Scout Vibes, Swagger, and Body Language?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Can you scout swagger? What about vibes? How about body language? Most importantly can you scout the confidence that the player has before, during and after the snap of the ball. The answer to this question is of course yes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Examples of Swagger, Body Language, Vibes:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"This is mine" attitude" by a WR or DB to go and attack the football.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A QB's calm approach to his teammates after an interception or in a critical situation in the huddle (please watch the huddle &amp; drive of Super Bowl 23: <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FzzVScQm8E&amp;authuser=0">Super Bowl XXIII final drive</a>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The RB has patience behind the line, letting blocks develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Refuses to be pushed back, even when double-teamed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Downhill LBs that will attack with command, confidence, and passion. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Swagger SS:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":1701856,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Eli Raplee","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"185","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2495","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Penn Yan Academy High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-685f5c0f8c83c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">When it comes to swagger at the SS position, this is a highlight film that you are going to want to watch in Eli Raplee. Conversely, Raplee's ability to jump routes with his play recognition and make elite plays on the football shows. All things considered, the fluidity in his hips is key in his ability to match up on receivers in man coverage. Another key point is that he is a player that will fly up with acceleration in the run support and make TFLs behind the LOS. The aggressiveness and confidence to fight through players would show constantly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/15873249/675d08bf380a2d03821479bb' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-685f5c0f8ca37"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Confident FS</span>:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":1255773,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Shawnqwezz Williams","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"170","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2411","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"East High","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-686332b1c1fdc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shawnqwezz Williams is a quick and explosive free safety who accelerates upfield with urgency and confidence. In like fashion, his ability to jump routes and create turnover opportunities stands out, as does his willingness to make key tackles when ball carriers break through the second level. His athleticism is evident, showing traits that play on both sides of the football. Williams also flashes the confidence and tools for the running back spot, further highlighting his versatility and dynamic skill set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18658670/670190b5b63a5fc4beace712' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-686332b1c2174"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thanks <a href="https://twitter.com/CuseFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CuseFootball</a> 🍊for the opportunity, A great two day 7on7 camp and great competition and chance to compete.! <br>Here's some clips from the following camp.! <a href="https://twitter.com/coachflagsEAST?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachflagsEAST</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/J_flags45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@J_flags45</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachvannEAST?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachvannEAST</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EastFootball585?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EastFootball585</a> <a href="https://t.co/iDB9fOkM3N">pic.twitter.com/iDB9fOkM3N</a></p>&mdash; Shawnqwezz williams (@ShawnqwezzW) <a href="https://twitter.com/ShawnqwezzW/status/1936936950742585741?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Versatile DB:</span> </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1639438"],"_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-686ae6db697c0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1639438' first='Prince' last='Akoko'] is a fluid-hipped defensive back who covers ground effortlessly, particularly when shooting downhill in run support. By and large, he plays with confidence, stepping up to wrap up ball carriers with aggression and purpose. In coverage, Akoko leans on his zone coverage ability and natural athleticism traits that are especially evident when defending deep routes. Continued development at both CB and FS will be key to unlocking his full potential in his versatility at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23593596/6738f10c9240fde6be8f31eb' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-686ae6db69965"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had a great time competing today at the Joe Conlin football camp. Broke up 4 passes in 4 reps in 1 on 1's <a href="https://twitter.com/FORDHAMFOOTBALL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FORDHAMFOOTBALL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_DiRi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_DiRi</a> thanks for the invite! <a href="https://twitter.com/TEAMEYEKONIK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TEAMEYEKONIK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMatt_G_78?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMatt_G_78</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachdarcy_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachdarcy_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MageeAj?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MageeAj</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WRCoach_E?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WRCoach_E</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Kwt7v7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Kwt7v7</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/StepinacSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StepinacSports</a> <a href="https://t.co/01oKjCjKlB">pic.twitter.com/01oKjCjKlB</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1639438' first='Prince' last='Akoko'] (@Dbuprince) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dbuprince/status/1939435301081903147?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Downhill LB:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1650170"],"_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-685f5c0f8cac5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1650170' first='Tristan' last='Cornell'] is a fiery LB that knows how to attack through the LOS when blitzing through the A and B gaps. Further, Cornell has the downhill violence to attack ball carriers on all occasions. The sideline-to-sideline athleticism is a major trait that stands out when setting the tone in finishing his tackles. By all means, his ability to fire without flinching is a major factor in his swagger at the LB position. Bringing the emotion into making big hits is what Cornell will do for his defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18056344/672d0cccf51e7100e22e480d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-685f5c0f8caf9"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">225x6. Strength up⬆️⬆️<a href="https://twitter.com/CoachBerger5187?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachBerger5187</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/riverdalefootball?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#riverdalefootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/SmqNSoCzyD">pic.twitter.com/SmqNSoCzyD</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1650170' first='Tristan' last='Cornell'] (@TristanCornel15) <a href="https://twitter.com/TristanCornel15/status/1938662675078398152?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">High IQ RB &amp; LB: </span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1344776"],"_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-68648622b31dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1344776' first='Ben' last='Weinstein'] is an athlete that has swagger with the RB and LB spots. At the RB position, he bursts with confidence when running with the football. The ability to scan the LOS and find the open lane to accelerate into. Given that, Weinstein has precise footwork when working defenders in open space. Weinstein presents the strength to drive defenders over for extra yardage. Moreover, at LB he is confident and plays with zero hesitation when tracking down the opposition. Weinstein will play with a physical precision and tackle in open space with flawless execution.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16831881/670dcf7a4a67b2351bb2848a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68648622b3386"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I had a great time today spending the day with <a href="https://twitter.com/CarletonFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CarletonFB</a> !! Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/AB_Balogh21?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AB_Balogh21</a> for the invite and thank you to the rest of the staff and team for your hospitality! <a href="https://t.co/gK5ztBMrFK">pic.twitter.com/gK5ztBMrFK</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1344776' first='Ben' last='Weinstein'] (@bencweinstein26) <a href="https://twitter.com/bencweinstein26/status/1926102896254333287?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Physical Vibe LB:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1686882"],"_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-68698f0db4a33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1686882' first='Jayden' last='Johnson'] plays with high-level football intelligence and mental toughness at the LB position. He brings a unique swagger that brings energy to his defense, especially against the run. Johnson also has the physicality to create turnovers, which he showcased with a forced fumble at the goal line by punching the ball out. He remains composed in one-on-one situations and flashes upside in coverage drops. Additionally, his ability to line up on the line of scrimmage and function as a DE adds a second layer of versatility, with play strength being a key part of that role.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17878812/67325df02e3139b82a30cb85' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68698f0db4c90"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had a great time competing and learning at the Kutztown prospect camp. Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachFargo_KUFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachFargo_KUFB</a> for the amazing opportunity of having me out. Can&#039;t wait to see what the future holds <a href="https://twitter.com/KUBearsFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KUBearsFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/noR9iaT9gh">pic.twitter.com/noR9iaT9gh</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1686882' first='Jayden' last='Johnson'] (@JohnsonJay52) <a href="https://twitter.com/JohnsonJay52/status/1927883035598295496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Anchoring DT:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1667222"],"_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-686ae6db69a54"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Max Hansbrough is a quick-footed and powerful defensive tackle who has the want to win at the POA. He uses his low center of gravity to his advantage with anchoring with leverage and exploding through first contact against blockers. Hansbrough brings a swagger in his refusal to be moved off his spot in the run game, maintaining gap integrity. His quick, active hands allow him to shed blocks and attack the ball carrier with purpose. Above all, Hansbrough's relentless motor stands out from early down situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20304503/675c8ae02c06cd7f34391b17' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-686ae6db69a79"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">525lbs for 6 sets of 3 reps. (The band each side is 35 lbs). <a href="https://t.co/I7jw7CzzH1">pic.twitter.com/I7jw7CzzH1</a></p>&mdash; Max Hansbrough (@MaxHansbrough26) <a href="https://twitter.com/MaxHansbrough26/status/1940926684548813039?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Socials:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/eliraplee_04">Eli Raplee (@eliraplee_04) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/TristanCornel15">[player_tooltip player_id='1650170' first='Tristan' last='Cornell'] (@TristanCornel15) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/ShawnqwezzW">Shawnqwezz williams (@ShawnqwezzW) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/JohnsonJay52">[player_tooltip player_id='1686882' first='Jayden' last='Johnson'] (@JohnsonJay52) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/bencweinstein26">[player_tooltip player_id='1344776' first='Ben' last='Weinstein'] (@bencweinstein26) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/Dbuprince">[player_tooltip player_id='1639438' first='Prince' last='Akoko'] (@Dbuprince) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/MaxHansbrough26">Max Hansbrough (@MaxHansbrough26) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->