4A-Region 8 Predictions

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Region 8 Winner?</strong><br><br>Provo Bulldogs<br>The Bulldogs are primed to not only win the region but also to make a case for 4A state champions. They are a senior-laden team at key positions and have a lot of experience all over the field and on both sides. They have one of the top quarterbacks in the classification and a complete offense, two reliable receivers with size, a power runner, an offensive line with good experience, and a defense that is quick and attacks the ball. The Bulldogs are set to win this year. <br><br><strong>Region 8 Runner Up?</strong><br><br>Timpanogos Timberwolves<br>The Timberwolves return enough firepower on both sides to make a run at the region, and they have a high-end quarterback who can win them games and keep them in every contest. The defense returns a good portion of playmakers, and they have a better schedule than others within the region.<br><br><strong>Region 8 Contender?</strong><br><br>Salem Hills Skyhawks<br>The Silverhawks might be a year away, but they have some young pieces and a new defense coming in. They might be a year away, but they should make a name for themselves this year. <br><br><br><strong>Region 8 Offensive Player of the Year</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1681354"],"_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-6895502d078cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hillstead is our predication to take Region 8 Offensive Player of the Year. He is primed to throw for 3,500 yards and 40 touchdowns. He's been exceptional in his career with limited mistakes and turnovers; his accuracy and ball placement will help his new receiving group rise to the challenge. He is an elite signal caller in the region and should garner additional offers in recruiting. An exceptional talent for the classification. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br><strong>Region 8 Defensive Player of the Year</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1244928"],"_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-6895502d0792c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown is our prediction for Region 8 Defensive Player of the Year. He flashed immense talent last year, and his instincts, physicality, and athletic movement make him a candidate to break out this year. He is someone who can reach 80 tackles, 10 sacks, and 15 tackles for loss. He is primed to be a force as the main backer for Provo. He will garner multiple D1 offers and has Power-Four upside. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br><strong>Honorable mentions in the region that we haven't discussed</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1149945"],"_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-6895502d0799d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Warner was highly effective and efficient with each touch last season. He's had a great offseason and improved his track times and a more refined Warner will be deadly. He can run between the tackles and get to the edge, he uses his quickness and burst to his advantage as he showcases good lateral quickness to make defenders miss. He has good wiggle and will be elusvie in tight quarters. HE shows soft hands as a receiver out of the backfield. He is deadly in open space and will look to topple 1500 all-purpose yards and 30 touchdowns this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1563709"],"_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-6895502d079eb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cunningham is a power runner with good physicality and patience in his game. He possesses good contact balance and does a good job churning his legs and finishing his runs forward. He shows good juice for a bigger back, and he will be crucial in short-yardage and goal-line situations. He should get double-digit touchdowns this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1563725"],"_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-6895502d07a34"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Souza has been a productive and effective backer. He has good instincts, plants his foot, and explodes forward. He is best as a backer pushing forward, where he can use his physicality to his advantage. He shows good lateral movement and is a player who could get to 100 tackles and 10 sacks this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1429071"],"_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-6895502d07a7d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Knapp has been a useful on-ball backer. He has a good first step and is a player who presses forward and can disengage from his blocks; he has good pursuit, and his closing speed allows him to create pressure and havoc. He is an exciting backer who is primed for a career year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That was our look at Region 8. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->