Scouting Reports: Checking Out Noteworthy 2027s

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;howe30&nbsp;in the coupon code area</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's rankings season here at Prep Redzone Iowa. We're underway with updates after dropping the final Class of 2026 rundown earlier this month on the site.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The process never stops, really. It's a constant pursuit of new names to evaluate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, that takes us to the Iowa 2027 Class. It's an important time for this group of seniors-to-be searching for college homes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a closer look at new evaluations for student-athletes in the cycle:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1198380"],"_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-69506170d2b23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">North's highlights were limited in 2025, but the play of some guys that will return next year provided hope for the future. Lofflin is a guy that can help the North Stars get the operation going in the right direction next season. He set the stage for that this fall with 223 rushing yards, averaging 6.4 per carry with a team-high three touchdowns. Lofflin also caught three passes and three of his 4.0 tackles were solo stops. He impresses during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19663410/68f290ce6056eceb83aa31b8">junior highlight video</a>. Lofflin shows a good feel for running between the tackles with slick footwork, patience and a burst. He has another gear in the open field and the quickness to get the edge. His athleticism would play well on defense, too. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2090446"],"_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-6951bc3317512"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jackson got lost in the shuffle this year as far as raising his stock as a college prospect. That's because he suffered a season-ending injury in Week 2 and didn't have a chance to flash his upside. When he was in the action, he made a difference, as we can see when watching <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16906453/68e321e49175870d02ee625d">early-season highlights</a>. Jackson is a natural at center, effective at handling all of the position's responsibilities. It's a smooth operation starting with an accurate shot-gun snap. Jackson explodes off of it and gets into the chest of the defender. He shows a good bend and power. His frame has room to fill out. Jackson should get to college camps this summer after not being able to get much film together this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2090453"],"_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-6951c0a1c6a75"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I'm not sure where Morey projects positionally on the next level, but he possesses the ability to play in college. For West Bend-Mallard, the junior threw for 561 yards and eight touchdowns, and rushed for 540 yards and eight more scores. Seven of his 8.5 tackles were of the solo variety, and he picked off a pass. When we pop on Morey's <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16939958/69005628891c27a711953ff2">11th-grade highlight video</a>, we witness a a weapon with a ball in his hands. He's a big play waiting to happen when running. That could be tucking it and sprinting away from the defense or rolling out and tossing a dime from his left arm. Morey could develop into a signal caller in college but the door is open for a position change thanks to the speed and athleticism. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2090466"],"_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-6951c2787b584"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Heimbaugh is an interesting prospect with upside. He enjoyed a successful junior season at Indianola in 2025, rushing for 717 yards (6.0 YPC) and five touchdowns. He completed his only pass and caught seven balls. Heimbaugh returned punts and averaged 35.3 yards on 19 punts. The array of contributions speak to his athleticism and versatility. We can see that when watching his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16908686/6930fa14ed300dee6cd27570">11th-grade highlight video</a>. Heimbaugh displays a good feel for the running back position. He gets downhill quick and makes fast decisions between the tackles. Burst gets him through the creases and there's another gear in the open field. Heimbaugh finishes runs well. His skills would work on defense, too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2088789"],"_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-6951c9b8e77ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clear Lake dominated the competition in achieving an unbeaten regular season. The Lions stamped down the competition defensively. Brownlee was a big part of that strength. The junior registered 20.0 tackles, 15 of which were solo stops. He intercepted three passes and was credited with 21 passes defended. Brownlee looks the part during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19498648/691258752e5cb6150ef0bddd">11th-grade highlight video</a>. Size and speed stand out. They lead to getting to the football and physicality upon arrival against the run. Browlee flashes smooth actions in coverage with a productive back pedal and quick change of direction. He likely best fits at slot cornerback or safety on the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2090101"],"_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-6951c9b8e7832"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dodd brings speed and athleticism to the field. He lists his 40-yard dash time as 4.5 seconds and a vertical leap of 34 inches. Those natural gifts show up when watching his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19674610/68fd6f62a064cd6edc8cbea4">junior highlight video</a>. The first-team all-district safety reads the action well and flies to the football once he quickly diagnoses the play. Dodd plays with physicality. In addition to getting downhill against the rush, he can stick with receivers in coverage. As an 11th-grader, 21 of Dodd's 30.5 tackles were solo stops. He intercepted four passes, and was credited with two passes defended, a forced fumble and 1.5 tackles for loss. Dodd also flashed ability returning kicks and punts. He caught 10 balls and rushed for a touchdown. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->