Sunday Film Room: 2027 Athletes Rising the Ranks

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1611408"],"_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-6862c807d3463"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">James is one of the top players across the Bay Area on either side of the ball and is a truly elite athlete that is fluid, has natural ball skills and true downfield speed and big-time play-making abilities. Defensively, he is a patient corner, natural peddler that does not take false steps and can peel off man coverage with tremendous natural instincts and breaking abilities. He is seemingly always around the ball and plays very physical for his size. Currently, James hold one offer from Sacramento State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1611427"],"_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-6862c807d349f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top dual threat quarterbacks across the central valley regardless of class, the Clovis North product should have a breakout Junior season campaign once he takes the reins of the quarterback position. He has elite overall speed and is explosive through the first level while able to zip the ball into tight windows and throw on the run. In the right system at the next level, he will excel and should draw plenty of college interest after his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["734536"],"_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-6862c807d3425"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mao made the transfer over to Hanford for his Junior season, and should have a breakout year in 2025. He has strong throwing mechanics, can get the ball out quick and on time and shows a good arm downfield with velocity and touch, especially for a '27. He does a nice job buying time with his legs, throwing on the run and is a high IQ passer that moves through his progressions quickly before delivering. He checks into our rankings update as a top 35 player at his position across the state and should have a breakout season at the helm for Hanford. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1611249"],"_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-6864517049835"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harris checks into our updated rankings as the number 9 tight end in the class across California is a top 90 overall prospect. He has the ideal frame and length to continue packing on weight over the next two years, and is a no-brainer P4 caliber player that already holds multiple offers. Harris has a huge catch radius and wins on contested plays on the ball while showing he can stretch the field and create downfield separation. He holds offers from the likes of Sacramento State, Arizona State, Montana State, NAU, SDSU and Texas State. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1197571"],"_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-68645170498be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Valley Christian product has had one of the better off-season across the Bay Area. He is an elite route runner with short area twitch that can create separation downfield and has natural hands in traffic and a big catch radius for his size. He shows he can get off press coverage and into the blind spots of defenders while explosive with the ball in his hands and is able to play multiple positions on the perimeter. He took home MVP Honors at the National Preps showcase earlier this winter and should really explode after his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->