Northwest Showcase: Oregon linebacker stars and standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Camp settings show one specific part of linebacker responsibilities: coverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Without pads, ‘backers aren't able to show their ability to sort through traffic or lay big hits.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>But athleticism is on full display trying to cover top-flight running backs and tight ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Some of the names below will make a big jump in our massive Prep Redzone July rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at the linebackers who stood out at The Northwest Showcase:&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1165801' first='Benjamin' last='Greer'], South Salem (2027) — The 6-foot-1, 215-pound athlete broke the state record for single-season receptions last year (117), but lined up at linebacker for The Northwest Showcase.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greer has a good, thick frame, but was fluid throughout his session in drills and looks like he could be a sleeper in Oregon for the class of 2027.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He was solid in one-on-one coverage and looks like he could play either weak-side ‘backer or wide receiver at the collegiate level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1720607' first='Colton' last='Potter'], Tualatin (2029) — Tualatin has a spectacular young nucleus coming up, and Potter is a big part of that.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The two-way standout played linebacker during the camp and looks like a future Three Rivers League star.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Potter had a solid day in coverage and, at one point, seemed discouraged after getting beat in a one-on-one drill.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>But he was going against one of the best players in the entire camp, and is young.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's really important to contextualize a player's performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He was outstanding for a 2029 getting his first taste of a mega-camp and should be a star at these events going forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1708643' first='Emmanuel' last='Wisbrock'], Lincoln (2027) — Lincoln has a ton of small-school college talent and Wisbrock is one of those players in the group.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He had a solid day, and has continued to play well since the camp, earning all-camp linebacker at Linfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's a good athlete who really excels in a camp setting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That was on full display at Western Oregon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1612569' first='Lincoln' last='Lutu'], Beaverton (2028) —&nbsp; Lutu could be a 100-tackle guy this fall for Beaverton.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>So, coverage is not his specialty.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Still he handled all but the fastest running backs well, showcasing his versatility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That was also the case at the Prep Redzone Exposure camp.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's had a good few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There's a chance he leads the entire state in tackles and is definitely a player to watch this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1708636' first='Jarrett' last='Skinner'], Oregon City (2027) — Oregon City has some solid talent coming back next season, including Skinner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 5-foot-11, 215-pound stout ‘backer had a stellar start to the season last fall and contributes all over the board - 4.5 sacks, two interceptions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>So, it was no surprise to see him hold his own in coverage.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I expect a big fall - with all-state potential.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2131482' first='Owen' last='Healy'], Jesuit (2029) — The up-and-coming Jesuit playmaker is a running back/linebacker who put up some big numbers last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's a guy to watch going forward, and could emerge as soon as this fall as a future star for the Crusaders.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1878396' first='Aidan' last='Galusha'], Dallas (2027) — A breakout spring and summer continued for the athletic Dallas ‘backer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He more than held his own in coverage and continues to look like a hybrid OLB/SS who is one of the most under-recruited players in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Galusha has picked up small-school offers, but it seems like the entire Big Sky is nearing an offer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's been to multiple camps and has been a star at every single stop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2054695' first='Liam' last='Carmichael'], Lake Oswego (2027) — Lake Oswego lost a ton of big-time talent from last year's team, but Carmichael returns as a second-team all-league selection who should make the leap to first-team this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6-foot, 230-pound ‘backer is best with the pads on as a force chasing quarterbacks and ball-carriers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>But he's athletic enough to hold his own in coverage as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Expect a big senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leonardo Correani, Lincoln (2027) — The state's leading tackler showed he can hold his own in coverage as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Correani is a big-time playmaker and has an incredible football IQ - with the option to change the defensive play pre-snap based on what he's seeing on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 5-foot-11, 225-pound ‘backer has recently added offers from Linfield, Whitworth, Pacific, Lewis and Clark and others.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It will be fascinating to see if a Big Sky program decides to make the leap and extend him an offer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's an absolute monster on Friday nights.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->