Fireworks in Colorado: Dynamic Players in the Centennial State

At 6'2 185, [player_tooltip player_id='1561717' first='Thomas' last='Dunn'] has a great frame - high hipped, long armed, muscular build. He uses his length very well while setting the edge in the run game and keeping his chest clean against oncoming OL. Against the run, Dunn shows good instincts when to shoot his gap and when to be patient for the play to unravel. He shuffles square to the LOS, and has the speed to trigger downhill and make tackles. His speed also translates to being an effective blitzer from depth. Dunn pursuits hard and saved multiple potential TDs this season due to his effort. He finished the season with 69 TKLs, 13.5 TFLs, and 5 sacks earning 1st team all conference honors.     Standing around 6'0 155, Blake Richmeier was a consistent, reliable target for fellow Sophomore QB [player_tooltip player_id='1580042' first='Lander' last='Wise'] this season. Richmeier shows strong hands at the catch point. He shows the ability to sink his hips the top of his route and get out pf breaks efficiently on 45 and 90 degree cuts to create separation. Richmeier also shows good awareness and body control on the sideline when needed. Richmeier completed his SO season with 11 TDs and 450 receiving yards.     [player_tooltip player_id='1580042' first='Lander' last='Wise'] showed a lot of promise and potential as a Sophomore, getting some varsity playing time as well as reps on JV. Wise played under center, in the pistol, and the shotgun, developing his run/pass game footwork in all systems. He was very effective on PA boots where his efficient release got the ball to his recievers in space quickly to YAC. His drop back footwork was on 3-step quick game/access throws were clean, showing his chemistry and faith in his WRs often throwing the ball well before they were out of their break. On deep passes Wise shows good accuracy, consistently dropping the ball into the bread basket for his WRs. Wise also has the athleticism to make plays when the play breaks down to maneuver the pocket to find a throwing window or take off with good speed and toughness. Im excited to see Wise get stronger and find more consistency in his lower body mechanics.     As a ST guy I LOVED watching [player_tooltip player_id='983595' first='Marcello' last='Jaramillo']'s film! Averaging 51.4!?! yds per KO return a long of 99 yds and 3 KOR TDs, Jaramillo's explosiveness and athleticism is on full display on returns. In the open field he is slippery and combines tremendous balance and agility to gain yards. He does a great job at selling his returns and then putting his foot in the ground and getting vertical quickly. On offense Jaramillo lines up all over the place, but one thing is consistent and that's his big play ability. He shows tremendous body control and ability to adjust to the ball late as well as. Big fan of [player_tooltip player_id='983595' first='Marcello' last='Jaramillo']!     [player_tooltip player_id='2119740' first='Carson' last='Shellhorn'] showed his impact this season with 46 TKLs and 15 PBUs! His length and timing were tremendous in causing PBUs at the catch point. His backpedal is smooth and transition downhill are solid as well. When he gets in trail he doesn't panic, and fights to stay in phase and battle at the catch point, matching the hands of the WR. When faced with a bigger WR, Shellhorn is feisty - often frustrating for bigger threats forcing difficult catches, and making them uncomfortable through the route and at the catch point. Producing well on varsity as a SO, I'm excited to see the jump Shellhorn takes as a JR.