Explosive Athletes Film Breakdown

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we begin to approach the high school football season in late August we wanted to look back at prospects in our film room series before we do a preseason update to our 2027 rankings.&nbsp; Prospects in this series are being reviewed for a number of reasons.&nbsp; They blew up from where we initially had them based on camp performances, we saw them during the spring/summer wanting to dive more into their junior seasons, we were very high on them while their recruitment is not backing that up, and several of these players are making the move to a new role or school.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we dive into the Film Room with 2027 Athletes!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1791871"],"_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-6a512e949d58c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cook is a North Dakota State commit that has a ton of juice at 6'0" 165 pounds.&nbsp; On the defensive side he had 17 tackles and 2 picks.&nbsp; Also is a big time threat in the return game that will take it to the house even if the defense has the angle.&nbsp; So explosive with the rock in his hands!&nbsp; In the secondary he has solid instincts as a safety that makes plays on the ball.&nbsp; Offensively as&nbsp; wide receiver he wins getting vertical being able to out jump defender with his major hops and body control.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2104989"],"_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-6a512e949d5c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Willis is a PRZ favorite as a two way impactful player at wide receiver and defensive back.&nbsp; At wide receiver he is dynamic with the ball in his hands making guys miss after the catch.&nbsp; Shifty and slippery in the open field.&nbsp; Gets vertical as well adjusting to the ball in the air.&nbsp; Very elusive with the rock in his hands on bubble routes.&nbsp; Makes acrobatic grabs in the air.&nbsp; On the defensive side he is an impactful player in the defensive backfield with his instincts and range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1151334"],"_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-6a512e949d5e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Glenbard West 5'10" 175 pound athlete is a strong and powerful athlete who is a solid return man that is tough to bring down with his strength and speed.&nbsp; At wide receiver he runs with a ton of physicality with powerful cuts making defenders miss after the catch.&nbsp; Guy you can get the ball to in his hands on gadget plays.&nbsp; Impactful corner that has nice ball skills on that side.&nbsp; Good footwork and technique.&nbsp; Might project best here at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2083182"],"_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-6a512e949d603"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Laesch is a 6'0" 185 pound athlete who put up some crazy numbers with 166&nbsp; carries for 1283 yards and 19 scores on the ground.&nbsp; Through the air he had 17 catches for 239 yards along with 3 touchdowns.&nbsp; Also posted big numbers defensively with 4 interceptions including a pair of pick sixes, 1 forced fumbles, and 58 tackles.&nbsp; Smooth athlete that is very effective as a running back being slippery through holes and tough for defenders to get a clean shot on him.&nbsp; Like the speed in the open field as he will win even if defender has the angle.&nbsp; Good pass catcher that can line up in the slot getting vertical adjusting to the ball in the air.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2176878"],"_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-6a512e949d620"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Oliver is a 5'11" 150 pound athlete who racked up 727 yards and 8 scores as a junior earning second team all conference while running a 4.49 40.&nbsp; Silky smooth athlete who has excellent pass catching ability adjusting to the ball in the air. Effective moving prior to the snap creating mismatches and getting&nbsp; running start.&nbsp; Snatches passes with natural hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":2245429,"_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-6a512e949d63c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Groesch is a 6'1" 205 pound athlete who is a running back and safety.  He ran for 790 yards along with 20 touchdowns.  On defense in the secondary he racked up 70 tackles, 5 PBU, and 2 interceptions.  Runs hard with the ball in his hands hitting the hole and has some shake on the second level. At safety he makes tackles in space and has decent range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":2245430,"_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-6a512e949d658"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McMurray is a 5'10" 175 pound athlete who had as a junior 756 passing yards along with 899 rushing yards and 19 total TDs for Vernon Hills from his QB spot.&nbsp; Creative runner who will play a different position at the next level with his strength, speed, and elusiveness.&nbsp; Tough kid that makes the right play consistently</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2150202"],"_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-6a512e949d674"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dean is a tiny 5'5" 135 pound athlete who has major juice with the ball.&nbsp; Creative runner with the ball in his hands.&nbsp; As a safety he roams on the back end where he has a good feel making plays on the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2219189"],"_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-6a512e949d68f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Epting goes 5'10" and 175 pounds and can line up all over the field.&nbsp; Good athlete with smooth movement skills.&nbsp; Brings value as a return man being able to break them in the open field.&nbsp; Runs, catches, and impacts on special teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->