Hoosier Hustle: Hidden Gems That Showed Out

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're taking a look at a few guys who showed out at the Hoosier Hustle and who may have helped their long-term recruiting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1717401"],"_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-69de6ff072020"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ellington is a developing prospect with strong athletic ability and clear physical upside. I liked the combination of acceleration and speed he brings, allowing him to separate and threaten defenses vertically. He showed good hands throughout, securing the football consistently, and carries himself like a receiver who looks the part on the field and I think there's a chance he can really develop into a valuable player longterm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2141808"],"_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-69de6ff072102"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gates has a big frame and plays with a tough, physical edge that shows up at the catch point. I liked his strong hands, consistently securing the football through contact and finishing plays. He found the end zone multiple times over the weekend, proving to be a reliable red zone option. The size, strength, and play style give him real potential, especially as a matchup problem in tight areas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2160290"],"_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-69de6ff0721a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Norman shows a strong feel for space and understands how to work himself open within the flow of the offense. I thought he played hard and stayed consistent through each game. He's got good hands, consistently securing the ball cleanly and staying efficient through the catch. With the ball in his hands, he can make defenders miss and create extra yardage, adding value beyond the catch point.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1660139"],"_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-69de6ff072246"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stewart is a big-framed lefty with a good arm and natural touch on the football. He throws with feel, especially when working intermediate and down the field, and shows the ability to layer passes with control. There are flashes of real arm talent that stand out, and his size gives him a strong foundation to continue developing. He carries himself like a coachable player, someone who can take instruction and continue to refine his game. There's a solid blend of tools here, and he looks like a quarterback who could take meaningful steps forward with the right development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->