Playoff Players I’m Excited to See This Weekend

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have an exciting weekend of football in the box state! It is the first round of the 3A playoffs, and round 2 of the remaining. I'm selected some players who I'm intrigued by this weekend. Let's dive into it !</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>We also have our Stock Up Showcase event on December 13th! It's a great way to gain extra exposure as a prospect, and gain valuable measurables. If you interested, click this<a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2118/register/stock-up-showcase-colorado"> link </a>to sign up and use code <strong>TateWinterPRZ</strong> at checkout for $10 off. I will be in attendance evaluating prospects, and I hope to see you there !</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["705785"],"_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-69178e9579da5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mckenzie has been a consistent presence in the defensive backfield for Cherry Creek. The 5'11 180-pound safety has 71 total tackles (20 solo, 51 assisted), 2 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 INT, 1 FF, 1 FR for a touchdown. Mckenzie has very good athletic ability due to very good speed, change of direction, jumping, and good acceleration. Smooth and controlled back pedal. Very good zone coverage and man coverage. Very good closing quickness. He has very good read and reaction speed. Mckenzie puts himself in positions to succeed, and has grown a lot throughout the season. He uses his very good ball tracking to create pass deflections. Good strength. He's a hard hitter and has very good run support. Very good blitzer with an explosive take off speed. Kid's a beast and is looking to continue balling out in the playoffs !</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1308434"],"_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-69178e9579e4f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Balafas has been on fire this season. Measuring in at 6'0 175-pounds, he has thrown for 140/205 for 2185 with 68.3% completion with 29 TDs, 5 INT, with 71 carries for 381 yards and 3 touchdowns. He has very good throw power, release, and touch. Balafas has good athletic ability due to very good change of direction, balance, good acceleration speed. He uses this to get himself out of trouble with his very good scramble ability. Even under pressure, he consistently keeps his eyes downfield using his good progression speed to find the open receiver. Very good pocket presence and poise. He has very good accuracy at all 3 levels, and doesn't make boneheaded decisions with the football. I'm excited to see how he does in Round 2 of the 2A playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1570709"],"_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-69178e9579ed9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chapala has pounded the rock for Mead this season. He's currently their leading rusher and is looking for a big statement in 3A round 1 ! The 5'10 170-pound running back has 146 carries for 1065 yards with 12 touchdowns. He has very good athletic ability due to very good change of direction, speed, good acceleration, and balance. He has very good vision. Chapala weaves through the defense and uses dynamic jump cuts to make defenders miss. Very good inside and outside running. He hits the perimeter and goes. Chapala isn't scared of getting physical. He'll use his good stiff arm and trucking to create extra yards. I'm very excited to see how Chapala does in 3A RD1!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1627643"],"_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-69178e9579f5e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lacy continues to lead his team to victories. The 6'2 190-pound QB/FS is looking to continue in round 2 of the 4A playoffs. He has good athletic ability due to very good jumping, speed, good change of direction, and acceleration. He balls out on the defensive side. He has very good ball instincts and reaction speed. He trusts what he sees and leads him to the tackle or big play. Very good tackling and run support. Good timing on pass breaks and uses his very good catching to pluck the ball out of the air for interceptions. As a QB, he had good throw power with a very quick release. He maintains accuracy under pressure or will use his scramble ability to run for the first down. Another player I'm very excited to see this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1316494"],"_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-69178e9579fdc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Measuring in at 6'3 245-pounds, this DL/LB has been on fire all year. He has 50 total tackles (19 solo, 31 assisted), 9 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 1 INT, and 1 FF. Brock has very good athletic ability due to very good lateral agility, acceleration, change of direction, and good speed. He has very good strength. Maintains a low pad level and very good hand speed to engage the OL. Very good hand placement and strength to move them around with ease. Very good bend around the edge with a powerful bull rush and spin move. Very good get off speed and block shedding. He has very good tackling. Brock stuffs gaps and makes the big play. He has relentless pursuit and doesn't stop until the ball carrier is tackled. He's a beast looking to make a statement in RD2 of the 5A playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->