Film Study Emerging Talent Looking to Raise Their Stock

Today we will be taking a look at some of the prospects I was able to watch film on and who's name will be on the rise. These are just a handful of prospects that are looking to turn heads and some names that you will need to know moving forward.    Mann is a quarterback whose opportunity may not arrive immediately, but his film suggests he has the tools to make the most of it when his number is called. His arm talent stands out early on film, as he generates impressive velocity and can challenge defenses at every level of the field. The football comes out cleanly and with purpose, allowing him to fit throws into tight windows while maintaining accuracy. One of the more impressive aspects of his game is his toughness in the pocket. Mann is willing to stand tall against pressure, absorb contact and still deliver an accurate football. His ability to remain composed under duress is a trait coaches value highly at the quarterback position. He also shows strong touch on vertical throws, dropping passes in where only his receivers can come down with it. On shorter routes, he shows good ball placement and understands how to take pace off his throws, creating opportunities for receivers to get YAC. As he continues to develop and gains an opportunity to take command of an offense, Mann has all the ingredients to become a rising name in recruiting circles and a quarterback worth following closely.     Gonzalez is a running back who embraces physical football and consistently finds ways to move the chains. His running style allows him to wear down defenses while gaining chunk yardage throughout the course of a game. On film, Gonzalez displays a strong understanding of how to navigate traffic between the tackles. He runs with patience, allowing blocks to develop before hitting the hole. Once he finds an opening, Gonzalez wastes little time getting downhill. He runs behind his pads, finishes runs with authority. His ability to absorb contact and continue driving forward makes him an ideal change of pace back who can keep an offense on schedule. It often takes multiple players to bring him down and his willingness to fight for extra yardage is evident throughout his film. Heading into the upcoming season, Gonzalez will look to build upon the production he established last year while continuing to expand his overall game. His combination of patience, toughness and consistent production makes him a prospect capable of drawing increased attention.     Anderson may not have appeared in every game last season but the film he put together offers plenty of reasons for optimism about his future. The talented left handed quarterback has emerged as one of the intriguing signal callers in the small school ranks and has a skill set that translate well to the next level. His mechanics are polished, his footwork remains consistent and he shows an advanced understanding of how to operate from within the pocket. Anderson's arm talent immediately catches the eye. The football jumps out of his hand with impressive velocity, allowing him to challenge defenses vertically and attack tight throwing windows. He shows excellent touch on deep passes, consistently giving his receivers opportunities to make plays downfield. His ability to drop passes in over defenders while maintaining accuracy is another encouraging aspect of his game. Anderson looks comfortable and confident when managing the offense. As he continues to gain experience, he has the potential to become one of the more talked about under the radar quarterbacks in his classification. For scouts seeking a left-handed passer with strong fundamentals and natural arm talent, Anderson is a prospect who deserves attention.     Martinez is a cornerback who brings a physical mindset to the secondary and shows a willingness to contribute in every phase. His film shows a defender who is comfortable playing aggressively against the run. His speed allows him to close ground quickly and put himself in position to make plays on the football. Martinez displays good instincts and competitiveness when attacking underneath routes, often arriving with enough force to disrupt catches or limit yards after contact. His production last season with two interceptions, demonstrates his ability to capitalize on opportunities when the football comes his way. One area of growth moving forward will be continuing to trust his speed and refining his overall technique in coverage. At times, he can open his hips early but with additional experience and coaching, that aspect of his game should continue to improve. The foundation is already in place for Martinez to become a highly effective defensive back and another productive season could place him firmly on the radar of coaches and evaluators.     Burnett Fratto Farrell is a versatile two-way lineman whose impact extends to both sides of the football. On the offensive side, he serves as a reliable presence capable of protecting the edge and helping maintain a clean pocket for his quarterback. His strength and hands stand out immediately. He consistently works through the whistle and demonstrates the ability to overwhelm defenders once he gains leverage. He has solid footwork and can anchor against strong defenders. Defensively, he has the potential to expand his impact even further this season. As an edge defender, he shows the ability to shed blocks and work his way toward the football. Against the run he shows discipline and toughness at the point of attack. Entering the upcoming year, increased defensive production could elevate his profile making him a prospect worth monitoring closely.     Hanna is an edge defender whose film shows a player capable of making far more plays than raw measurements or testing numbers might suggest. His game is built on instincts, effort and an understanding of how to attack. He is consistently around the football and is being disruptive in multiple ways. Coming off the edge, Hanna shows impressive closing ability and routinely beats ball carriers to the corner. His pursuit angles are disciplined, allowing him to finish plays behind the line of scrimmage and limit opportunities for opposing offenses. He also demonstrates good strength, using his hands to shed blocks and pursue the ball. Hanna reads plays well and rarely takes himself out of position by overpursuing. As a pass rusher, he consistently generates pressure and forces quarterbacks to speed up their decision making process. Heading into the season, Hanna has an opportunity to establish himself as one of the more productive defensive playmakers in his class.

Today we will be taking a look at some of the prospects I was able to watch film on and who's name will be on the rise. These are just a handful of prospects that are looking to turn heads and some names that you will need to know moving forward.