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Midseason Report- 4 New Talented WRs On Our Radar

Midseason Report- 4 New Talented WRs On Our Radar
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Cooper Morreale
Cooper Morreale October 29, 2025 @ 10:03 PM
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Tomon Felton
Tomon Felton 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR | 2026
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Derrick Surles
Derrick Surles 6'0" | 183 lbs | WR/DB | 2026
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Drake Bentley
Drake Bentley 6'2" | 175 lbs | WR | 2026
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Bryson Grissom
Bryson Grissom 6'0" | 160 lbs | WR/DB | 2026
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome back to another Midseason Report!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we're taking a look at some of the new WRs across the state that have popped up on our radar over the last few weeks. These prospects have been super productive for their teams this season, so we're diving into the film room to see what's what.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As awlaus, make sure you check out these prospects' film below! 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":["1971645"],"_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-68f8fb28a9e18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1971645' first='Drake' last='Bentley'] is a talented senior WR out of Hanceville who's made a ton of huge plays out wide this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Bentley is a versatile, physical pass catcher who can line up and attack multiple parts of the field. He's quick, has great size, and does a great job fighting off defenders for the ball, constantly coming away with some impressive contested catches downfield.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Bentley is excellent at finding separation. He's a smooth route runner who can easily cut and change his direction out wide, breaking away from defenders and providing some wide open windows for his QB to fit the ball into. I've been really impressed with him this season; he's had a heck of a year."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Through nine games, Bentley has hauled in 49 receptions for 1003 yards and 15 TDs this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure you check out some of Bentley's tape below. He's been unstoppable this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/14451192/68dace5fe42273cb9f4e423f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68f8fb28aa04e"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1971648"],"_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-68f8fb28aa0c0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1971648' first='Derrick' last='Surles'] is an explosive pass catcher out of Southside who's made a huge impact on both sides of the ball this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Surles is a massive threat with the ball in his hands. He's terrific after the catch- using his speed, acceleration, and elusiveness to break away from defenders and find tons of extra yards downfield. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I'm a huge fan of Surles' physicality out wide. He's excellent in one-on-ones downfield, climbing over the tops of defenders to high point the ball to bring in some highlight reel plays. On top of that, Surles is a tough guy to bring down. He runs hard and can power through defenders and step out of tackles with ease."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out some of Surles' tape below. He's an explosive playmaker having a dominant senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22706828/68c43a6ee77a54d83f0f866a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68f8fb28aa0eb"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1921019"],"_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-68f8fb28aa145"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1921019' first='Bryson' last='Grissom'] is an electric WR out of Huntsville who's found a ton of success out wide this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Grissom has explosive speed he uses to stretch the field almost every snap. He's a terrific deep threat who flies off the line of scrimmage and burns almost any DB in front of him, constantly finding ways to break past multiple defenders for huge plays. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I'm a huge fan of Grissom's route running. He's terrific at putting DBs on their heels, gaining tons of separation both inside and outside of the numbers. I'm also impressed with Grissom's improvisation. He's excellent at working with his QB while he's on the run, helping extend and create huge plays out of nothing."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Grissom is currently committed to North Alabama, where I'm sure he'll be an instant contributor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure you watch some of his clips below- you'll come away impressed. He's a heck of a prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17686180/68d05b43040f2d43c82fc822' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68f8fb28aa177"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1971654"],"_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-68f8fb28aa1ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1971654' first='Tomon' last='Felton'] is a dominant WR out of Homewood who's in the middle of an impressive senior season this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Felton is a big-time physical WR who uses his size, speed, and catch radius to create some extremely impressive plays out wide. At 6'3 185, Felton is terrific at climbing the ladder to create some amazing catches over the tops of defenders. When you combine that with his speed in the open field, it makes him seriously tough to stop. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>It doesn't matter how you get the ball to him- Felton will find a way to create explosives. He's a threat at every level of the field who can take screens/shorter passes as well as deeper routes to the house. I've become a big fan of him after watching his tape; he's been terrific this year.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You've got to check out some of Felton's tape below. He's having an awesome year:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19341538/68c826923a197426b6e67606' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68f8fb28aa1f3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Welcome back to another Midseason Report!

Drake Bentley

Drake Bentley

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 175
POS WR
CLASS 2026
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Drake
Bentley WR
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2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
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Hanceville
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Midseason Report- 4 New Talented WRs On Our Radar
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School: Hanceville
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Derrick Surles

Derrick Surles

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 183
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2026
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Derrick
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2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
183
HS
Southside - Selma
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Bryson Grissom

Bryson Grissom

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 160
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2026
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Bryson
Grissom WR/DB
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
160
HS
Huntsville
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Tomon Felton

Tomon Felton

HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 185
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CLASS 2026
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Felton WR
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2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
185
HS
Homewood
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