2027 Film Room: Athletes Pt 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> Our focus now is on the class of 2027!  We are breaking down tons of film on rising junior prospects ahead of their upcoming seasons.  Each position group will get a breakdown leading up to the release of our massive 2027 rankings update at the end of August.  Here is <strong>2027 Film Room: Athletes Pt 1</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1661734"],"_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-6899106f3c230"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Insanely impressive tape from this 6'4" 225 pound tight end/outside linebacker.  Lets start on the offensive side.  As a pass catcher he high points the ball in the air.  Smooth getting off the line and is a sound route runner. Can line up on the line or out wide. Makes acrobatic catches downfield adjusting to the ball.  As  edge player he uses his size and length to his full advantage. Fluid running to the ball and is good covering in space.  Wraps up and is an explosive tackler. Creates turnovers stripping the ball out. Patience and good angles. Good vs the run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1271823"],"_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-6899106f3c292"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McConnell is a 6'5" 200 pound athlete that has risen up the board on the hardwood and looks like he is primed to do more of the same on the gridiron.  Elite size as a tight end being able to high point balls in the air.  Excellent body control and has solft hands. Can line up on the line or split out.  Physcial runner with the ball in his hands.  Like him as a blocker too with his size and sound technique.  Defensively he plays as an EDGE that tackles well in space and uses his length well as a pass rusher.  Gets off blocks to make tackle.  Also contributes on kick coverage unit.  Runs very well for how big he is.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1334152"],"_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-6899106f3c2d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Collier is a 5'11" 170 pound athlete that impacts on both sides of the ball.  As a corner he jumps routes and can play the deep ball for interceptions.  Great ball skills as a defender that is instinctual. Offensively lines up at running back and wide receiver.  Explosive playmaker that is a smooth route runner and weaves through the defense when lined up in the backfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1336662"],"_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-6899106f3c319"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grayson is a 6'1" athlete that can play wide reciever and defensive back.  Projects best probably at wide reciever where he has good hands, makes catches in tight areas, and runs crisp routes. Vertical threat with good body control. Gets YAC with the ball in his hands.  As a DB he brings some range on the back end being able to high point the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1568851"],"_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-6899106f3c358"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fun prospect to watch here.  The 5'8" 158 pound athlete impacts in a number of areas.  Offensively he is an offensive weapon making plays on reverses and jet sweeps.  Can also line up in the backfield where he runs well in between the tackles. Runs hard. Explosive kick returner that makes plays down the field with long gains. Defensively he is an outside linebacker that blitzes very well coming off the edge</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->