The Rize: DB Prospects MVP And Notes

<!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rize and Shine class of 2030, and 2031 it is time for The Rize. As cringy as that was and as painful as it was to type, it the greatest show in all football this weekend. 24 States over 150 Prospects will head to The Dome in Jackson Twp New Jersey Mainly to see the Goat Al Pops, but also to compete and showcases their skills for colleges and their respective future High School Choices. In this article, we take a look at my notes from watching the New Yorkers work, and the Official DB MVP from this past weekend's event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Want to stay updated with the latest news and articles from Prep Redzone NY? Follow me on Twitter&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://x.com/PRZcory">PrzCory</a></strong>&nbsp;so you never miss a beat!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2145695"],"_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-6a4527c18e4be"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Harper made the trip from Tennessee, and he wore #1 this past weekend. Harper is part of the 2030 Class, and will attend Brentwood Academy in the fall. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harper was a solid prospect throughout the day in Jackson Twp. I liked his ability to keep track of the ball during reps. He was good off the line, and showed solid footwork, along with good hands at the POA. Harper is an impressive young DB. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2107615"],"_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-6a4527c18e4fb"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Wright made the journey all the way from Texas. Wearing #3 this past weekend, the future Vandergrift prospect, was impressive to say the least. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wright had excellent hands, and I liked his ability to Press off the line. He showed good footwork and a good understanding of Zone and Man coverage schemes. He had excellent vision, and utilized his skills to make plays on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1718394"],"_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-6a4527c18e51d"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Heading to Pennsylvania, we take a look at Donnis Sloan. The Future Roman Catholic prospect wore #4 throughout the day in the dome. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sloan was a lengthier and more physical prospect throughout the weekend. I liked what I saw from his from a built standpoint. He was excellent with 7v7 reps, and made some good strides in 1v1 reps. Off the line he has a good first step which can help impact his game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121339"],"_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-6a4527c18e53c"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Wearing #5 this past weekend was [player_tooltip player_id='2121339' first='Jamison' last='Brantley']. The Garden State Prospect will be attending Seton Hall Prep this fall. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brantley has a solid frame, and can showcase good versatility. I like his ability to make plays on the ball with his body control. He is a solid prospect who can make plays across the field, and coverage is just one of his many skills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1653753"],"_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-6a4527c18e55a"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Another New Jersey name is up next, this time we head to Bergen County for Don Bosco Prep Prospect [player_tooltip player_id='1653753' first='Esan' last='Stokes-Rider']. The talented DB wore #7 this past weekend. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stokes-Rider is a taller and lengthier prospect which gave him an advantage over taller WR's. He showed good hands, and was quick with his direction changes. I liked the skillset he brought, and he has the potential to be a future star. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2102886"],"_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-6a4527c18e577"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Morrison wore #8 this past weekend, and hails from the Dark Knights Youth Program. As a 2031 prospect he is yet to pick a school for the future. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Learning he was a 2031 prospect made him impressive. He showcased a solid frame, and a good IQ. I liked his press off the line, and his ability to crash on the ball at the POA, can make him a deadly threat as a DB. Morrison will easily be a top name to watch in New Jersey moving forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1590741"],"_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-6a4527c18e595"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pope hails from Wisconsin and made the trip this weekend to the Dome. Wearing #9, the future Racine Case prospect had a strong day at The Rize. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pope was a strong performer and a player who had a good combine portion then backed up his skills in 1v1 and 7v7's. I liked his hands, and his physicality at the line allowed him to knock WR's off their spot. His vision and IQ were on display as he got his head around on a few reps. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1476959"],"_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-6a4527c18e5b1"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Rohan was another New Jersey prospect who attended The Rize this past weekend. He wore #10, and had a solid performance in front of the scouts. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rohan was an intriguing prospect who can play both sides of the ball for Immaculata. I liked footwork and his hands, which allow him to play the WR position as well. He has excellent hands and can make contortion plays on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1561090"],"_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-6a4527c18e5ce"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Heading back to Bergen Catholic we take a look at future Bergen Catholic prospect [player_tooltip player_id='1561090' first='Amare' last='Roy']. The talented DB wore #11 this past weekend. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Roy is a tall lengthy receiver who can honestly play anywhere. I like his IQ, and his ability to make plays on the ball sets him ahead of others. He has good hands, and is a physical athlete who can impact the game with his hands and frame. Look out for Roy moving forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2043858"],"_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-6a4527c18e5ea"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Moore is an impressive prospect who I was intrigued to see this past weekend at The Rize. The future Glassboro prospect wore #12 this past weekend.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>His build is outstanding, and he is easily on the right track for a prospect. His hands, and the way he operated through routes was outstanding I liked his physicality and he displays the ability to play numerous positions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1647566"],"_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-6a4527c18e605"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Welcome is another mid-south New Jersey kid we saw at the DB Position. He will attend Piscataway High School next fall, and he wore #14 this past weekend. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome was one of my top DB's this past weekend. I liked his footwork and his quick speed in and out of cuts. I liked his hands and his physicality with reps, and he was able to knock WR's off their stance at the POA. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2213929"],"_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-6a4527c18e621"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Kai'Jean Covington is another New Jersey prospect who was in attendance. He wore #15 this past weekend, and will attend Union City High School this fall. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Covington is a smaller prospect and has a developmental frame which he should look to improve. He was strong and physical off the line, and showcased good footwork. He has a good reach, and can go up and make plays on the ball when needed. Solid playmaker with elite potential. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2219144"],"_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-6a4527c18e63c"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Gland is once again another New Jersey public school name who attended the showcase. Gland will attend Pitman High School, and wore #16 this past weekend. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He has excellent length, and a good frame for a DB prospect. I like what I saw from him in regards to footwork, and he showed fluid hips allowing him to make sharp cuts, and jump to make an impact on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2056589"],"_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-6a4527c18e657"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Another Roman Catholic Prospect, wearing #17 this past weekend. Jyohn Permenter is another prospect who I enjoyed watching during The Rize. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Permenter is a tall lengthy prospect who shows a good build for a DB or WR position. He is quick and agile and moves well. I liked his hands, and his ability to make plays on the ball. He attacked the ground during reps, and his elite skillset is something to monitor moving forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1576378"],"_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-6a4527c18e672"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Peoples is a player my colleagues at Prep Redzone PA like a lot. The future William Penn Chart prospect, wore #18 this past weekend during The Rize. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Peoples is a true DB, and can easily play the Position in the future. he has outstanding length, and showcases elite vision and the ability to track down the ball. He is a future star at the DB Position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2238218"],"_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-6a4527c18e68d"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The third and final Roman Catholic DB in attendance was Tyrelle Walker Jr. Hailing from Pennsylvania, he wore #19 this past weekend. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Walker was a solid prospect, and he shows a good frame for the position with tons of length and the ability to go up to make plays on the ball. I like his physicality and his footwork and ability to change directions is outstanding. Walker Jr will be a much anticipated prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121334"],"_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-6a4527c18e6a8"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Rouding out the DB Notes with another New Jersey name, we have [player_tooltip player_id='2121334' first='Jaylen' last='Amos']. The future Seton Hall Prep prospect wore #20.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Amos is a prospect who I like more on the defensive side of the ball as he progresses through High School. He has good footwork, and drops his hips well when changing direction. I like his speed, and using his arms, and his body has helped him in Pass Coverage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"textAlign":"center"}}} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>DB MVP</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1396263"],"_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-6a4527c18e6c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The DB MVP was tough to decide, but I gave [player_tooltip player_id='1396263' first='Haiden' last='Redman'] the nod. The 5'10" 176-Pound DB will attend Deptford High School, and he had an excellent showcase. His footwork was elite, and he was excellent at staying with top receivers. He showcased a high IQ, and was elite in 7v7 reps. Redman is a future top prospect in the state of New Jersey. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->