Rising Stars Media Day Quick Notes: QB/OL

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I rolled down to Pontiac on Sunday night to check out Rising Stars Media Day. It was a great event that got me a look at a number of intriguing prospects! This event was heavy with impressive talent, especially at the QB and OL position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2087722"],"_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-69c28cddbc15e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Drew moved exactly how I expected, and appears to be morphing his body into the ideal frame to translate at the next level. He has some visits coming up, and I would expect him to start racking up the offers this spring. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great side to side mobility, agility and flexibility </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Well balanced, great technical skills</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tremendous strength, including a devastating punch and superb use of hands </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["944415"],"_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-69c28cddbc1ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Drew looks notably better every time I see him. His body is maturing, and the skills are coming right along with it. He looked confident and comfortable on any throw to any part of the field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Quick trigger release with good velocity </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Great accuracy, especially on deep balls where he can lead his receiver </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Smooth footwork, balance and mechanics </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Gaining steam on the recruiting trail, with some interesting visits coming up </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1317918"],"_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-69c28cddbc254"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alex is an absolute gamer who has always stood out during game situations, but Sunday was the best "camp" like performance I have seen from him yet. He looks vastly improved in a number of areas and is really taking off at the right time. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great accuracy, which doesn't drop when throwing on the move, off platform or across his body </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Much improved footwork, which has put some more zip on the ball, especially in short/timing routes </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Moved well during agility drills, which didn't surprise me. It translates, making him incredibly difficult to contain on Friday nights </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1157448"],"_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-69c28cddbc2a8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">James continues to add mass and mold his body. He passes the eye test right off the bat, and his performance Sunday gives me some more confidence in his ability going forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Really solid throw power, and improving footwork/mechanics </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Was able to make a couple of high-level throws against really good coverage. Multiple reps he was able to "throw his man open" </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Was very accurate when ripping the ball on the run. Makes him extremely dangerous as a dual threat </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2072821"],"_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-69c28cddbc2fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This was my first time seeing Jake in person, but what I saw on film was absolutely consistent with what I saw from him on Sunday. He has started to gain some real traction on the recruiting trail with Ivy and MAC schools, and it's easy to see why. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Athletic but strong build, with room to continue to be molded </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-True athletic, was able to move with light feet </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Powerful lower half that allows him to explode from his stance with a strong first step </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Could be a sleeper P4 guy if he gets out to some camps this spring </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["489263"],"_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-69c28cddbc34d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another really strong showing. He's one of the QBs I have seen the most in this class, and every time I see him, he has clearly improved. Even from the end of the season to now, he has made more strides in his development. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Can be explosive on the run, with the ability to throw on the run accurately and with power </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Much improved accuracy, and improved timing, especially on the deep ball </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-May be the most dynamic QB in the class of 2027, coming off of back-to-back state titles. Jabin is absolutely in for a huge senior season </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1525004"],"_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-69c28cddbc39e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The heir apparent to Jabin, Case looked like a seasoned veteran. The talent and natural ability was extremely obvious and on display all night long. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Arm talent off the chart. His deep ball comes out of his hand different from a lot of others, especially in his class </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Stands tall in the pocket and moves with solid footwork. Impressive drive off of his back foot to absolutely fire the ball into his receivers' hands </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Will be watching closely to his development, because his upside is off the chart </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1613852"],"_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-69c28cddbc3f0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The work Carver has been putting in is paying off. He looks bigger and stronger, and that is translating to great arm strength and increased velocity. Super excited to see what 2026 can be for Jaxson! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great arm strength, was able to push the ball downfield, and with great accuracy </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good timing, hitting guys right out of their breaks and delivering it right on the money </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good mechanics, not much wasted movement, especially on short drops </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->