Preseason Preview: 5 Prospects We Think Will Dominate This Fall

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are SO close to the season!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we count the days away, we've added some new talented prospects to our list. Today, we're diving in and watching 5 prospects around the state we think will have huge seasons this upcoming fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, make sure you watch some of these prospects' film. You won't want to miss out on this kind of talent!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1757068"],"_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-68922b8410d97"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1757068' first='Jordan' last='Woods'] is a dominant DL out of Pell City who really impressed us after his junior year last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"At 6'4 240, Woods has the size, speed, and power to overwhelm any offensive lineman in front of him. He's quick off the snap, has active hands, and consistently flies by OL to get into the backfield and create plays for loss.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I'm seriously impressed with Woods' skill against the run. He uses his frame and strength to shut down rushing lanes up front, containing RBs behind the line of scrimmage and creating stops for little to no gain.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A little while back, Woods committed to Jacksonville State!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Be sure to check out some of Woods' tape below; he's a dominant defender with a huge year ahead:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16549092/66f5d2a3062c29945f5e1987' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68922b8410f53"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1757072"],"_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-68922b8410fa5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1757072' first='Jackson' last='Bryant'] is a physical OL out of Spain Park who left us really impressed after watching his tape.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Bryant is a versatile interior lineman who helps open up so much of Spain Park's offense. He's a dominant run blocker who can create wide rushing lanes for his teammates both at the line of scrimmage and upfield.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>On top of that, Bryant is skilled in pass protection. He holds his own in the trenches and plays with impressive quickness and leverage he uses to keep pass rushers outside of the backfield. I love seeing how well-rounded Bryant is; everyone should look out for him this season."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A little while back, Bryant picked up an offer from Rhodes College. I won't be surprised if more start heading his way. Bryant's a talented player with a big year ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out some of Byrant's film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18347929/672a3bb6f44e3ae67e55ead7' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68922b8410fca"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1757073"],"_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-68922b841100c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1757073' first='Raylon' last='Oliver'] is a talented ATH out of Paul W. Bryant who's set up for a big senior season this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Oliver is a talented two-way player who can make huge plays in the secondary and out wide.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Defensively, Oliver has excellent ball skills and timing he uses to consistently fly around the field and make plays on the ball. Oliver is patient, quick, and decisive- it'd be wise to look in another direction when throwing the ball.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Offensively, Oliver is a physical WR who can make a ton happen after the catch. He has a reliable set of hands, can run good routes, and has impressive speed and elusiveness he uses to maximize yardage on every catch.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A little while back, Oliver picked up an offer from West Alabama! We'll have to keep track of him going forward. I'm sure more schools will send them his way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take a look at some of Oliver's tape below; he has a big year ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18352346/6733707c2f605b1dfdc2060f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68922b841102d"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1757077"],"_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-68922b8411069"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1757077' first='Telly' last='Simmons'] is a talented up-and-coming LB out of Hueytown who's been racking up a ton of collegiate interest this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Simmons is an intelligent and athletic LB who can make plays against the run and pass. He's quick to react to opposing offenses and has the speed and pursuit skills to never get lost in the mix. I'm really impressed with how Simmons always finds himself in a good position to create stops; it's clear he has a high football IQ.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>It's hard not to notice Simmons' athleticism as well. He's fast, has great size, and is an impressive tackler who doesn't allow anyone to rack up extra yards after he makes first contact.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the last few months, Simmons has picked up offers from Colorado, Baylor, UAB, and many more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure you watch some of Simmons' tape below; he's ready for a huge junior season this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/21635237/6797d120b7169529974748c9' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68922b8411087"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1757079"],"_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-68922b84110c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1757079' first='Cord' last='Pigg'] is a dominant OL out of Mars Hill that everyone should have on their radar going into this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Pigg is a mauler in the run game who consistently creates wide rushing lanes for his teammates to capitalize on. He explodes off the line, has a ton of strength, and plays with impressive leverage he uses to drive defenders several yards off the line of scrimmage.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Pigg is also impressive in pass protection. He's quick on his feet and does a great job countering pass rushers to provide tons of time for his quarterback to work with, making him a really well-rounded piece of their offensive line.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A little while back, Pigg picked up an offer from Liberty! I'm sure more will be heading his way soon. He's a talented player with a bright future ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Do yourself a favor and check out some of Pigg's tape below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16457343/6753b6011c6c21aab97edd48' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68922b84110e2"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->