Freshman Phenoms: Early Impact Offensive Players

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The class of 2029 is already making its presence felt on the varsity stage. From dynamic quarterbacks to explosive skill players, these freshmen are proving they can compete — and thrive — against older competition. Here's a look at the offensive playmakers making an early impact and quickly becoming names to know in the 2029 class.</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">At 5'11”, 175 pounds, Brush has quickly made a name for himself as one of the most promising freshman running backs in the region. He shows excellent acceleration, getting up to top speed in just a few strides, and does a great job pressing the line of scrimmage before finding his crease. Displays great vision and balance, weaving through traffic with fluid cuts and patience to let blocks develop. His blend of burst, body control, and natural feel for running lanes gives him early varsity-ready traits and high long-term upside.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DylanBrush2029/status/1973112381216895417 </div></figure>     <p>Norwood is a versatile and dynamic athlete who can impact the game from multiple spots including wide receiver, running back, or in the return game. He's an electric playmaker with the ball in his hands, showing great fluidity and all-around game speed that make him a constant big-play threat. His short-area quickness and burst allow him to make defenders miss in tight spaces, while his balance and strength enable him to run through contact and finish runs in the open field. Whether he's taking a handoff, catching a quick screen, or returning a kick, he brings the kind of explosiveness and versatility that keeps defenses on edge every snap.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/SonnyNorwood1/status/1983006436323168462 </div></figure>     <p>At 6'0” 175 lbs., Rodarte has put together an impressive freshman campaign with 39 receptions for 645 yards and eight touchdowns, showcasing an advanced skillset and good upside/potential. Plus route runner for his age, he's able to drop his hips and sells routes with sharp stems and head fakes at the top of the route. Consistent in creating separation on a wide variety of routes. Displays natural ball skills, extending to play the ball away from his body to be strong/confident at the catch point. Good elusiveness and speed with the ball in his hands to gain yards after the catch. A high ceiling prospect with good technique and athletic ability to be one to watch over his career.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Oliver is a 5'10” 160 lb. pure athlete and speedster with the tools to be a game changing playmaker at an early age. He's quick off the line with an explosive first step and a clean, effective release package that immediately puts defenders off balance. His hard drive phase and top end speed allow him to stack corners and separate vertically while his natural ball skills make him reliable track and finishing downfield. Dangerous in space with the ball in his hands, can burst away or run around defenders with ease. Already holding an offer from Southern Miss, expect his recruitment to blow up as he continues to showcase his elite burst and big play ability. Brother of 2028 highly ranked prospect Roye Oliver.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">At 6'3” 170 lbs. Trocki has flashed impressive upside and potential through his first five varsity starts. He shows a strong throwing platform and balance in the pocket, maintaining clean footwork throughout his drop to stay in rhythm. Delivers the ball with precision and timing, consistently hitting his spots with good anticipation at the short and intermediate levels. Good zip and velocity on the ball to fit throws into tight windows and throw to the boundary. For a freshman, his pocket composure, mechanics, and confidence stand out, giving him a strong foundation to develop into one of the top young QB's in his class.</p>