UW-River Falls Mega Camp: Defensive Skill Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 UW–River Falls Mega Camp also featured a standout group of defensive skill players who made their presence felt in every drill. While offensive talent often draws the spotlight, these defenders earned a strong look as defensive backs and linebackers for consistently showcasing intensity and sharp instincts throughout the day. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out our UW–River Falls Mega Camp: <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/uw-river-falls-mega-camp-27-and-28-offensive-skill-standouts/">'27 and '28 Offensive Skill Standouts</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["937958"],"_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-685e00c3133a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mugisa is a compact but rangy defender with the versatility to cover both outside and slot receivers. During movement periods, he showcased the natural fluidity necessary for a box defender. Mugisa, a senior at Mound View High School, possesses a blend of reaction speed, spatial awareness, and positional flexibility that suggests strong potential at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1570892"],"_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-685e00c31340e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harris excelled in open-field tackling and agility drills. He demonstrated precise hip-before-shoulder angles and strong pursuit mechanics. Harris, a senior at Nicolet (WI), is a vocal competitor. He encouraged fellow campers and consistently put forth effort from station to station. Whether off-ball or rushing the edge, Harris projects as an every-down defender with the intangibles coveted by college programs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1666210"],"_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-685e00c31345c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Powell embraced physical matchups in individual reps, leaning into contact and demonstrating confidence at the line of scrimmage. He defended every position, was physical with tight ends, and was quick against receivers. Powell engaged closely with coaching instruction. And quickly adapted new techniques. His combination of agility, tenacity, and positional adaptability makes him a clean and exciting prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jonah Phillips","_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":"2495","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Tampa Catholic HS (FL)","_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-685e00c313515"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Phillips stood out during individual drills and agility work, showcasing sharp coordination, body control, and smooth pacing. In contested catch situations, he timed his jumps well and maintained composure in traffic, consistently competing at the point of attack to contest catches. A quick-twitch defender with the length to challenge in man coverage, Phillips impressed not only with his physical tools but also with his resilience and toughness, pushing through adversity and making a strong impression throughout camp. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->