From the Scout’s Lens: Austin Butler on the Next Generation

At the “Who's Next” Exposure Camp in Atlanta, Prep Redzone's lead scout Austin Butler had one clear focus: identifying the next wave of rising football talent. With more than 100 middle school athletes in attendance, the energy and skill level on display made it clear that the future of the game is already taking shape.

Butler, who played at Faulkner University and grew up competing in Georgia, understands firsthand the value of events like this. Having come through the camp circuit himself, he emphasized how much the landscape has evolved. T

Today's young athletes are more developed, more focused, and more committed to improving year-round.

Camps like “Who's Next” play a critical role in that development. They provide early exposure, giving athletes a chance to showcase their abilities while also learning what to expect as they progress to the high school level and beyond. F

For many of these players, this is their first step into a more competitive, visible stage of their football journey.

For Butler and the Prep Redzone Next team, the mission is simple: evaluate, educate, and spotlight the next generation. And based on what was seen in Atlanta, that next generation is already putting in the work.