Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: Linebacker Notes Part II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With snow prepared to roll into the Hudson Valley, Athletes from across the North East packed into Hudson Sports Complex to compete, and showcase their skills at the Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase. This was our first edition of the Showcase, which had its own event, after pairing with NJ for multiple years. With 9 Linebackers in attendance in Warwick, we take a look at some notes I wrote down for each LB during the showcase. For combine numbers, I will use the best attempt from each drill.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While NY has had their Stock Up Showcase, many other states still have showcases. If you want to attend, use this code <strong>LemerWinterPRZ</strong>, for a few dollars off your registration. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">Want to stay updated with the latest news and articles from Prep Redzone NY? Follow me on Twitter </span><strong style="white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)"><a href="https://x.com/PRZcory">PrzCory</a></strong><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)"> so you never miss a beat!</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/jake-alves/">Jake Alves</a>-Kennedy Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alves was an impressive player in Warwick, the Kennedy Catholic LB, measured in at 5'11" 176-Pounds, displaying a solid build for a LB. To fill out his frame, he should look to reach the 190-Pound mark. Alves displayed some solid speed during the testing portion, along with good footwork. The 2027 Prospect, displayed good footwork, including the ability to change directions, along with a good IQ. Sam was solid across the board, and displayed a high motor through drills. Alves is a rising Senior, who will be a top guy on the Kennedy Catholic Defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Jake Alves Combine Metrics</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>40-Yard Dash: 5.02 Seconds, 33/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Pro Shuttle: 5.06 Seconds, 57/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>L-Drill: 7.87 Seconds, 36/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Broad Jump: 7'6", 42/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/ethan-mcintosh-3/">Ethan McIntosh</a>-Suffern</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McIntosh, was the lone athlete competing from Section One, instantly making me want to see him succeed. McIntosh measured in at 5'11" 182-Pounds, as the rising Senior displayed a solid frame. I want to see him reach the 190-Pound mark to fill out his frame. McIntosh was a prospect who I wish I saw more of. McIntosh displayed solid speed and a quick burst. After talking with coaches, he had solid footwork throughout the afternoon, and improved as the showcase progressed. I did not get many notes on him in the coverage portion, but from what I have heard there was nothing egregious from any LB's. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Ethan McIntosh Combine Metrics</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>40-Yard Dash: 4.87 Seconds, 24/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Pro Shuttle: 4.96 Seconds, 50/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>L-Drill: 8.31 Seconds, 59/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Broad Jump: 7'3", 52/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/blake-klaffka/">[player_tooltip player_id='2078016' first='Blake' last='Klaffka']</a>-Lancaster</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Klffka was one of the younger prospects in attendance in Warwick. The Lancaster Freshman, measured in at 5'11" 210-Pounds displaying an impressive build for a 2029 Athlete. Klaffka displays a versatile frame as well, which allows him to line up as an EDGE rusher and as a LB. When I see a player who can do both I think of Will Anderson. Klaffka has tons of room to improve, and will only get better, and he displayed good footwork, and coverage throughout the showcase. I like him a lot, and in the initial 2029 Rankings, Klaffka will find himself ranked. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2078016' first='Blake' last='Klaffka'] Combine Metrics</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>40-Yard Dash: 5.29 Seconds, 54/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Pro Shuttle: 5.08 Seconds, 59/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>L-Drill: 8.28 Seconds, 55/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Broad Jump: 7'7", 37/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/bryce-mack/">[player_tooltip player_id='1231010' first='Bryce' last='Mack']</a>-Archbishop Stepinac</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mack was another 2029 Player I enjoyed watching. Mack was on the smaller side of the spectrum, but the 2029 Prospect, played with a high motor, and attacked every rep and drill. Mack measured in at 5'5" 170-Pounds, and has plenty of time to grow, and as a Freshman, is at a solid weight mark. He was a quicker athlete in drills, and got downfield in a hurry, forcing the RB's to make quick decisions. His footwork was solid, but can be improved as he continues to progress. Mack had a solid showcase, and will be a player to watch in the CHSFL soon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1231010' first='Bryce' last='Mack'] Combine Metrics</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>40-Yard Dash: 5.80 Seconds, 64/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Pro Shuttle: 5.25 Seconds, 66/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>L-Drill: 9.06 Seconds, 69/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Broad Jump: 6'0", 67/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/james-lynch-2/">[player_tooltip player_id='2063774' first='James' last='Lynch']</a>-Port Jervis</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The last LB in attendance was [player_tooltip player_id='2063774' first='James' last='Lynch']. The Port Jervis prospect, measured in at 5'7" 180-Pounds. Being only a rising Sophomore, he has plenty of room to grow and will do so. He displayed a solid build, and has a good size at his age. Projection wise I like the 200+ Pound mark for him but he is already at a good weight for his frame. He was one of the more physical backers in Warwick, and played with a high motor, and an attacking sense through drills and Indy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2063774' first='James' last='Lynch'] Combine Metrics</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>40-Yard Dash: 5.07 Seconds, 37/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Pro Shuttle: 4.86 Seconds, 42/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>L-Drill: 7.75 Seconds, 29/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Broad Jump: 7'7", 37/70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"textAlign":"center"} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase Articles</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-qb-notes-part-i/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase</a>: QB Notes Part I, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-qb-notes-part-ii/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: QB Notes Part II</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-qb-notes-part-iii/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: QB Notes Part III</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=2087143&amp;action=edit">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: QB Notes Part IV</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prz-ny-stock-up-showcase-top-qbs/">PRZ NY Stock Up Showcase: Top QB's</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-rb-notes/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: RB Notes</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prz-ny-stock-up-showcase-top-rbs/">PRZ NY Stock Up Showcase: Top RB's</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-wr-notes-part-i/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: WR Notes Part I</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-wr-notes-part-ii/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: WR Notes Part II</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-wr-notes-part-iii/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: WR Notes Part III</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prz-ny-stock-up-showcase-top-wrs/">PRZ NY Stock Up Showcase: Top WR's</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-te-notes/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase</a>: TE Notes, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-lineman-notes-part-i/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: Lineman Notes Part I</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-lineman-notes-part-ii/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: Lineman Notes Part II</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-lineman-notes-part-iii/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: Lineman Notes Part III</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-lineman-notes-part-iv/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: Lineman Notes Part IV</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prz-ny-stock-up-showcase-top-offensive-lineman/">PRZ NY Stock Up Showcase: Top Offensive Lineman</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prz-ny-stock-up-showcase-top-defensive-lineman/">PRZ NY Stock Up Showcase: Top Defensive Lineman</a>, by Cory Lemer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/12/prep-redzone-ny-stock-up-showcase-linebacker-notes-part-i/">Prep Redzone NY Stock Up Showcase: Linebacker Notes Part I</a>, by Cory Lemer </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->