Underrated Defensive Performances Through 9 Weeks

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1635101"],"_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-69041b3bc9ae9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Galindo has been productive on both sides of the ball. The 5'11 160-pound two way RB/LB has 104 carries for 482 yards and 3 touchdowns with 62 total tackles (23 solo, 39 assisted), 6 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 3 QB pressures, 3 blocked FGs, 1 FR, 1 PD, and 1 INT. He has good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, change of direction, good speed, lateral agility, and jumping. Both at RB and LB, he shows an explosive quick start and attacks. Very good vision and mixes between being a weaver and power back. He thrives with physicality. Galindo stuffs gaps and always finds a way into the backfield. He's got good strength and good read and reaction speed. Very good tackling. Very good blitzer. Very good take off speed and uses his strength to run through guards. Keep an eye on Galindo.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["983147"],"_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-69041b3bc9b45"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Boulton plays both sides of the ball at guard and defensive tackle. I will be talking about his defensive skills. The 6'3 290-pounds beast has 16 total tackles (8 solo, 8 assisted), 2 TFL, and 1.5 sacks. He has good athletic ability due to very good lateral agility, good change of direction, acceleration, and speed. Very good quickness out of his stance. Very good hand speed. Engages and attacks instantly. Very good strength, knee bend and flexibility. He runs through the center. Very good get off speed and very good block shedding. He uses his big body to stuff gaps and eat up the run. Holds double blocks and splits leading to TFLs. Boulton has relentless pursuit, doesn't give up on the play. Keep an eye for this young buck to continue boosting his stock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1663269"],"_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-69041b3bc9b8b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Howard is a very versatile player for Smoky Hill. The 5'10 155-pound junior plays corner and kicker. He has 26 total tackles (14 solo, 12 assisted), 1 INT, 1 rushing touchdown, 3 kickoffs for 947 yards, 7/7 PAT. He has good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, jumping, good speed, and change of direction. He does good at jamming the receiver at the line of scrimmage. Very good back pedal, smooth and controlled. Fluid hips to match the WR in man coverage. He has good closing quickness. Good zone coverage skills. Howard is physical during the route, making it difficult for the receiver to catch. One thing about Howard is his very good tackling. As a kicker, he has good kick power and has been reliable as a PAT kicker. Keep an eye on this versatile prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1112989"],"_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-69041b3bc9bcf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bishop has been killing it all year long for Dakota Ridge. The 6'1 180-pound DB has 31 total tackles (22 solo, 9 assisted), 2 TFL, 1 sack, 3 QB pressures, 3 PD, 2 INT, and 1 FF. He has very good athletic ability due to very good speed, change of direction, good jumping, and acceleration. He has a smooth and controlled back pedal. Very good at jamming the receiver at the line of scrimmage. He stays stride for stride in man coverage, and shows very good closing quickness. He's good at creating pass breakups with his good timing. Very good read and reaction speed. Bishop consistently shows up in the run game with his very good tackling. Very good range as well. Always running around and helping teammates even if they're on the other side of the field. Bishop is a great prospect that deserves some more love.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1635111"],"_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-69041b3bc9c0e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Basham has been a consistent force on the defensive side for Canon City. The 5'11 190-pounds has 73 total tackles (46 solo, 27 assisted), 3 TFL, 1 sack, 2 INT, 2 PD, and 1 FR. He has very good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, speed, good change of direction, jumping, and lateral agility. He has very good competitive toughness, playing through the whistle and with a head full of steam. He is consistently helping his teammates with tackles. Very good range. He'll run across the field to make the tackle. Very good tackling. He wraps and drags the ball carrier down. Basham is also a hard hitter and thrives with physicality. Very good blitzer with very good take off speed. Gets underneath the offensive line's pad level and attacks. Basham is a great young linebacker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->