2025 Season Film Analyisis Notes – Ranked Sophomore LB’s

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are close to publishing another ranking update for the sophomore class of 2028. In this report, I will feature several ranked Players from around the New England region in the class of 2028, and provide notes on each player after reviewing their 2025 season film.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2090438"],"_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-69a5a1881a6bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">O'Neil's 2025 film highlights noticeable growth in confidence and overall command of the defense. He is triggering downhill quickly and playing with physical authority at the point of attack. His length shows up consistently when engaging blockers, and he does a strong job stacking and shedding to find the football. He pursues with discipline and finishes tackles with power, limiting yards after contact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He also shows encouraging development in his overall awareness and positioning. His range allows him to impact plays outside the box, and he plays with steady effort snap to snap. As he continues to add functional strength and polish in coverage, his ceiling as a complete linebacker continues to rise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23935765/691f64ca326367aacf027333' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a5a1881a8a5"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1717514"],"_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-69a5a1881a962"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gemelli's 2025 film showcases his explosive first step and physical style of play. He brings strong energy off the edge and plays with clear intent when attacking blockers. His ability to set the edge and disrupt backfield timing stands out, and he consistently competes with toughness. His motor runs hot, and he shows versatility lining up both on and off the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He continues to grow as a complete defender, showing improved comfort in space and awareness within the scheme. His pass rush flashes are promising, especially when he converts speed to power. With continued refinement and added reps in multiple roles, he projects as a dynamic hybrid defender with strong upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22623571/694b4cb7e973529892f84fb0' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a5a1881a992"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1115518"],"_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-69a5a1881aa0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dunbar's 2025 film clearly establishes him as a powerful downhill gap plugger. He attacks interior run lanes with authority and plays with a strong, physical demeanor at the point of attack. He shows good discipline fitting his assigned gap and does a consistent job meeting ball carriers in the hole. His tackling power stands out, as he delivers force on contact and limits forward push.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He brings a tough, no-nonsense presence inside and competes with confidence between the tackles. His willingness to take on blocks and anchor in traffic is encouraging, and he continues to build strength within his frame. As he keeps developing physically, his impact as an interior run-stopping linebacker projects very well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22838077/6912339d503fa12912ba279f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a5dfa67a2f5"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1010131"],"_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-69a5e1cc4e6bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deluties' 2025 film highlights his physical style and steady consistency. He plays with strong strike timing and finishes tackles with authority. His downhill presence is evident, and he shows comfort aligning in multiple spots within the defense. He competes with toughness and brings reliability against the run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">His versatility adds value, as he can contribute in various alignments and roles. He continues to show growth in space and overall fluidity, rounding out his skill set. With his physical foundation and continued development, he projects as a dependable and impactful linebacker moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/27646935/691d5240da75fadc2015a152' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a5e1cc4e847"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2048447"],"_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-69a5e1cc4e8a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cooper's film shows a linebacker with a natural nose for the football and a strong understanding of run fits. His first step is decisive, allowing him to attack gaps quickly and disrupt plays before they fully develop. He plays with very good vision, diagnosing blocking schemes and tracking the ball efficiently. One of his standout traits is his willingness and ability to take on blockers of any size, holding his ground and working through contact to stay involved in the play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He shows comfort making tackles both between the tackles and in space, wrapping up consistently and finishing with control. His size fits the position well, and he moves smoothly from sideline to sideline, giving him range in pursuit. Overall, Cooper brings a balanced skill set with physicality, instincts, and mobility that project very well at the linebacker position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22722317/695eb179e1383701c227bf9d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a5e1cc4e8cc"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->