Indiana 6A: Productive Freshmen Pass Rushers Showcasing Early

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're heading to the defensive side of the ball today to highlight the pass rushers who are talented and having good freshmen years up at 6A.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1854169"],"_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-68f1253fb57d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sloan is someone we highlighted earlier in the year because he had a fast start, but we're back because he hasn't slowed down and has had an incredible year. He's been incredibly productive since Week 1 and has only gotten better. He's giving Center Grove a young nucleus to build around for the next few years. He's violent, smart, plays like his hair is on fire, and has all the physical traits you want in someone up front. His 39 tackles, 8 TFLs, 6 sacks, and 6 TFLs all lead the Indiana freshman class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1956783"],"_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-68f1253fb582b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clary has had a solid freshman season, especially as we near the end of the regular season. He's gained a ton of confidence this year and looks the part. He's quick, strong, doesn't take reps off, and can move around up front. I really like his potential versatility and the fact he could drop back into the flats when asked. He's got 19 tackles, 6.5 TFLs, 1 sack, and a fumble recovery on the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1956787"],"_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-68f1253fb5908"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Merritt is a talented interior lineman who has a good feel for the running game and strong hands that really help in that confined space. He's able to get off blocks and can face a Center/Guard combo. He doesn't get moved off his spot easily and will do a good job keeping his feet moving. Through his first 8 games, he's collected 15 tackles, 3 TFLs, 1 sack, and deflected 1 pass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1324936"],"_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-68f1253fb5964"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gervais has an incredible frame that just looks the part. He's young, but has all the physical traits you're looking for. Elite length, strong hands, a good lower body, and doesn't have too heavy of feet. He's good in the running game and can clog multiple gaps and get off a block to make the play. He's only been in on 3 games to this point, but his 12 tackles, 4 TFLs, and 1 sack show a ton of promise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->