2029 Five Small School Prospects You Must Know This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we will take a look at some under the radar small school prospects that you will need to know this season. These are just a handful of names that you will need to know as we move forward, adding them to the radar as they look to turn heads.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2092306"],"_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-6a3afd014191a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rogers has spent the offseason focusing on elevating his overall game, particularly footwork and strength development. Improving his footwork will make him more explosive and be more disruptive upfront. His ability to move efficiently and maintain balance should help him maximize his natural quickness and burst. Those traits are already evident when he comes off the line, allowing him to create advantages against opponents. He will be looking to add size and strength to be a name on the rise. Rogers enters the season motivated to carve out a bigger role and the work he has put in throughout the offseason positions him well to do so. He remains an under the radar prospect who could surprise people with his production this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2105434"],"_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-6a3afd014195d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Andazola wasted little time making an impact, contributing as a freshman and showing the instincts necessary to become a productive defender. His ability to support the run stands out on film, as he consistently fills running lanes and arrives under control to make tackles in space. Open field tackling is a strong point for Andazola and he has already shown that he can be trusted in those situations. His playmaking ability was also evident when he returned a fumble for a touchdown, showcasing both awareness and the ability to capitalize on opportunities. He has the play making ability to have game changing plays and swing momentum in his teams favor. With another year of development and experience, Andazola has a chance to take a significant step forward. He is a small school prospect whose production and versatility make him a name worth knowing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2105431"],"_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-6a3afd0141984"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lee is a defensive lineman who brings a relentless motor and disruptive style of play to the trenches. His quickness off the snap allows him to challenge blockers immediately and create problems before plays fully develop. Lee does an excellent job working off blocks and using his athleticism to penetrate into the backfield. His impact was evident last season, and he enters this year looking to build on that success with an even stronger campaign. The combination of speed, strength and effort makes him a difficult matchup for opposing offensive lines. He consistently pursues the football and plays with the type of energy coaches appreciate. As he continues to develop physically and refine his technique, Lee has the potential to become one of the more productive defenders on his team and should be a name to monitor moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2063091"],"_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-6a3afd01419a6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chimaobi has the physical tools to become a major factor on the small school circuit this season. His size and strength immediately stand out and give him the ability to control the line of scrimmage. Against the run, he can clog running lanes and force offenses to alter their plans, making life difficult for opposing ball carriers. His strength at the point of attack allows him to take on multiple blockers while still creating opportunities for teammates to make plays. Chimaobi also possesses the ability to penetrate into the backfield and be disruptive, turning routine plays into negative gains. A productive offseason has helped him continue refining his game and building confidence. If he can increase his production, Chimaobi has the potential to become one of the more recognizable names on the small school defensive scene.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1975034"],"_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-6a3afd01419cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Inman is a small school prospect who may fly under the radar entering the season, but his ability to contribute in multiple phases of the game makes him a player worth monitoring. Offensively, he will look to showcase his route running ability and create separation against defenders. His attention to detail as a receiver allows him to create space and provide a reliable target. Defensively, Inman has the tools to become a lockdown presence in the secondary, using his athleticism and competitiveness to challenge opposing receivers. His impact is not limited to only offense or defense, as he also has the ability to contribute on special teams. Inman being able to affect all phases of the game gives him the potential to establish himself as one of the more intriguing small school prospects this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->