Trench Talk Thursday

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we're officially halfway through the season, I'd like to give some recognition to five outstanding players who have been dominating in the trenches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1636863"],"_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-68d364c14a4e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Collin is a rising prospect within the Columbus area. Collin already sits at 6'5'' 300, and has been putting together an impressive season for the Monarchs. He has been a stonewall at LT. He has demonstrated a strong starting skillset in pass protection, offering a solid anchor and powerful arms. His best work is in the run game. Collin has an incredible first step and can push vertically to create gaps. With his size and current tape, Burris can grow into one of the better 2028 offensive lineman prospects in all of Ohio.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1905452"],"_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-68d364c14a53d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Norris is a two-way player for Louisville. At RT, he is a complete blend of an offensive tackle. In the run game, he has a good first step and drives vertically well to create open gaps. In pass protection, he has a good first strike and bullies rushers with the powerful arms he has. As a defender, he lines up as an NT. His power shines bright, as he can look like a pancaking offensive lineman on defense. He's adept in the run game and can quickly pick up on gap defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["511891"],"_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-68d36c8ae9850"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dominic is spearheading a nasty OL unit at Tri-Village. He lines up at LT and can step inside to play LG. He moves with power and good feet. He's got a great first strike and can eliminate rushers off the snap. With the ability to grow still, Dominic is a very intriguing offensive line prospect. He currently holds eight D1 offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1706278"],"_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-68d5ce0f046e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hall has been blooming into a player you need to be aware of heading into the late part of the season. He's been doing work on both sides of the ball for the Barons. At RT, he strikes well and can use his body well to pancake people up front. He gets a good push and has been the leading creator up front for the Buckeye Valley rush game. Defensively, he's a great run stuffer. As a pass rusher, he's creative and can read the quarterback well when outside of the pocket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["827155"],"_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-68d3687191a45"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chilton has been a versatile piece for the Westland defensive unit. He can play inside as a rush tackle and on the edge. He shed blocks quickly. He's a good athlete who can win with his foot speed. Shamar demonstrates several reps of reading the quarterback and making simple yet effective plays. He currently holds two D1 offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->