Scouting Reports: Impactful Performers in Iowa’s Junior Class

<!-- 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>We move toward the end of March a step closer to the 2026 season. Prep Redzone Iowa has continued preparations for it by rifling through student-athletes' highlight videos and churning out evaluations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you don't yet have highlights on your Hudl page, interested college coaches will be looking for them on there and elsewhere. Ask for help if you need it in compiling a video with any clips you have.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's another batch of fresh reports:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1361094"],"_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-69bf2ca895849"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Prep Redzone Iowa last wrote about Fox 11 months ago. Since then, he earned second-team all-district honors as an Assumption junior in 2025. Fox chipped in 4.0 tackles, three of which were of the solo variety, but his best work came on the O-Line for a Knight offense that rushed for 2,461 yards (6.5 YPC) and 30 touchdowns despite struggling moving the ball through the air. We can witness how Fox got the job done this past fall by watching his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19959966/69123622f710c1678afe7d41" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19959966/69123622f710c1678afe7d41">11th-grade highlight video</a>. His agility and mobility stand out right away. On the first two clips, he pulls from his left guard spot and picks off defenders in space. Fox is physical and plays through the whistle. He understands angles and sealing the defender, operating with optimal pad level. His projectable frame is capable of adding plenty of good weight in a college strength and conditioning program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2155382"],"_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-69bf4ffe67eec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mausser flashed potential as a defensive lineman with next-level potential as a Valley junior in 2025. When we watch <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/26514352/69a4cd4dc90970df5c7c87de" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/26514352/69a4cd4dc90970df5c7c87de">11th-grade highlight video</a>, there's a disruptive force in the trenches. He's quick off of the snap and is fast in a straight line. Mausser beats blockers with long arms and active hands. They also make him an obstacle in passing lanes. A variety of pass rush moves make it tough for the opposition to stay in front of him. Mausser does a nice job operating within the defensive scheme, keeping the ball in front of him and funneling it to teammates if he's held up. Mausser's frame can take on plenty of good weight as he becomes stronger, giving him a sizable ceiling for the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2155388"],"_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-69bf50be7a5e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Carpenter served as a varsity backup quarterback behind a senior starter during the 2025 campaign, when the Tigers advanced to the Class 5A state semifinals once again. He completed 4 of 8 passes for 28 yards on the program's top team, spending the remainder of his time developing on the junior varsity. When we watch his 11th-grade highlight video, there's a signal caller with the abilities to compete for QB1 on the varsity in 2026. Carpenter is effective in the RPO game, making good decisions and taking advantage of his mobility. He can pick up chunks of yards with his legs and also keeps plays alive off of schedule. Carpenter is comfortable throwing the ball while rolling out and gets through progressions quickly. His athleticism and speed give him a chance to contribute at other positions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2155800"],"_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-69bf5afcee535"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Schemers produced on both sides of the ball as a Northeast junior in 2025. He caught eight balls for 71 yards. Eleven of his 17 tackles were solo stops. He picked off a pass and was credited with a pair of passes defended. Schemers impresses during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19738586/68fd30baa064cd6edc8c8b8d" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19738586/68fd30baa064cd6edc8c8b8d">11th-grade highlight video</a>. He runs crisp routes, getting in and out of his breaks quickly. Schemers can beat defenders deep or win contested catches when presented with the challenge. He's also smooth as a defensive back, utilizes length and long strides. They allow him to stick in coverage and close windows fast. Schemers' set of skills would allow him to be a special teams' asset on the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2155654"],"_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-69c0183b4e3c6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Groat was a force on defense during the 2025 campaign. The junior piled up 45.0 tackles, 27 of which were solo stops. He accounted for four tackles for loss and a sack. Groat forced a fumble and recovered a fumble. His 11th-grade highlight video shows viewers how he gets the job done as a defensive presence. Groat diagnoses the offense's intentions prior to the snap, reacts quickly when the play gets underway and flies to the football. He flows well to the football and operates within the scheme, keeping the ball in front of him and pouncing on the ball carrier when the opportunity presents itself. He's a good athlete with speed, allowing him to stick with pass catchers in coverage. Groat lists running back as his second position, and his talents would work at that spot. A college program also can count on him to contribute on special teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->