Rising Offensive Talent Poised for a Breakout Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we will be taking a look at some young offensive talent that are looking for bigger roles this off-season. Some are coming from the JV level. If they perform well during off-season training could propel themselves to a more prominent role in their respective offenses or have breakout seasons. Let's dive into the analysis. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1649026"],"_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-6a2470592a917"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">You don't see QB/LB two-way players often, but Jiron has shown to the occasion. Measures in at 6'0 175-pounds. Last season, he threw for 937 yards, 55.9% completion rate, 57/102, 11 TDs, 4 INT, 55 carries for 177 yards with 2 touchdowns. Defensively, he had 46 total tackles (20 solo, 26 assisted), 5 TFL, 1 sack, 4 QB pressure, and 3 PD. Jiron has good athletic ability due to very good lateral quickness, acceleration, good change of direction, speed, and balance. Jiron displays a quick release with good throw power. Good ball placement skills. Jiron has good pocket presence. Stays poised under pressure using his good progression speed to find the open man downfield. If no one's open, he'll use his athleticism and scramble ability to gain the first down. Defensively, he displays good read and reaction speed. Good range but excels as a downhill linebacker attacking the run. Good get off speed and block shedding. Very good tackling using his strength to wrap up the defender, stopping them in their tracks. I'm very excited to see how he does this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2078934"],"_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-6a2470592a98c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McAfoos is a young receiver looking to make a splash this off-season and show his playmaking ability. Measures in at 5'10 170-pounds. McAfoos has good athletic ability due to good speed, change of direction, jumping, and balance. He'll use his quick feet and bursts of acceleration to beat press jam at the line of scrimmage. Good separation quickness. Isn't afraid to fight though contact and catch the ball. Good ball tracking and catching. Very good body control and good ball adjustment. He has some good intangibles, and I'm intrigued to see how he harnesses his potential!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1706528"],"_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-6a2470592a9f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Swedlund is looking to take over the reins as the starter for Heritage. At the JV level, he has dominated and is aiming to bring that performance to the varsity level. Measures in at 6'4 205-pounds. Good athletic ability due to good speed, balance, acceleration, and change of direction. Swedlund displays very good throw power and a very quick release. Swedlund displays very good accuracy and ball placement skills. Throws it on the money, in stride, or above the receiver's head depending on the situation. He has good pocket presence. Very good pocket mobility to shift and evade rushers. Stays poised under pressure. Good progression speed and if no one's open, he'll use his good scramble ability to punish the defense. This is a QB to watch as we move forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["983585"],"_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-6a2470592aa54"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reinert was bouncing between JV and Varsity last season. The film shows some untapped potential. Measures in at 6'1 190-pounds playing WR/OLB for Arapahoe. He has good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, good speed, change of direction, and jumping. He displays very quick feet. Good release and separation quickness. Clean cuts into his routes. Reinert has very good ball tracking and good catching. Very good body control. He keeps both feet inbounds on sideline throws. As an OLB, he displays good bend and good tackling. He's an intriguing player to keep an eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1215745"],"_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-6a24735c53333"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Newell measures in at 5'8 150 pounds. Newell had 43 carries for 233 yards and 2 touchdowns with 10 total tackles (7 solo, 3 assisted). He has good athletic ability due to very good change of direction, good balance, speed, and acceleration. Newell displays good vision. If his first gap is covered, he'll use his dynamic jump cuts to pivot into the next one. He'll weave through the defense to get yards. Good inside running. Very good outside running. Once he turns the perimeter, he'll use his speed to beat the defense while keeping his feet inbounds. Newell gains yards after contact due to his balance and shifty feet. With a more expanded role in the offense, he can be poised for a breakout season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->