The Rize: TE 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 TE 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":["1558199"],"_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-6a44357928d94"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Wearing #124 was [player_tooltip player_id='1558199' first='Donavon' last='Lynch']. The strong and massive TE, will attend Red Bank Catholic, and receive some coaching from fellow NY Scout Nick DeMaio. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lynch is a massive prospect and one of the most physically gifted of the class. He can play on both sides of the ball and shows good footwork. I liked his strength in blocking reps, and he showed good hands working with the WR's. He is a player who can make noise early on for the Garden State Squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2133560"],"_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-6a44357928e4b"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Heading west to Indiana, we take a look at Mason Dowd. The Franklin County prospect wore #125 during the Showcase in the Dome. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dowd was another player who did well as a blocker. I was impressed by his hands and strength in these reps. He has the build more so of a WR currently, and showed good hands, and the ability to go up and make tough catches. He is a lB nightmare in the pass game given his size and physicality. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1693810"],"_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-6a44357928ed8"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Fleury is a Te, who made the trip all the way from Georgia, and the #126 prospect shirt, will attend Walton High School back down in the Peach State. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fleury is another physically gifted player standing at 6'4". He has an elite frame, and I like his strength and size which can be used in both passing and catching games. He showed good reps and the ability to rack up catches. A solid route runner with solid speed as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["644561"],"_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-6a44357928f5e"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Heading back to the Garden State, we take a look at Jack Cipot. The Future Wall TE, wore #127 throughout the showcase in the Dome. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cipot was a strong pass catcher, and a player who I see with a high IQ. He understands how to work with space, and can use his hands well to push people off balance as a blocker. Cipot had a solid performance in the Dome this past weekend and a player with a bright future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2212455"],"_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-6a44357928fe6"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Jackson is a player who will attend the prestigious Pickerington North School in Ohio, and during his day in the dome, competed with #128.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Ohio Prospect has good height and weight for a TE, which showed with some solid blocking reps. He has decent footwork and was good with hand placement. A solid pass catcher is what he is, and he showed a good displays of routes and quick burst of speed with a sharp cut at the top of them. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2101822"],"_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-6a4435792906a"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Griffin was the youngest and only 2031 prospect in attendance at the TE position. He competed this weekend wearing #129, and is uncommitted to a High School. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Griffin was a lengthy prospect who had excellent hands and was physical at the POA. He came down with multiple contested catches throughout the day. He should bulk up for the position, but he showed good promise as a pass catcher during The Rize. </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>TE MVP</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2221920"],"_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-6a443579290f4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 2026 Rize MVP is Liam Barner. The future Bishop Hendricken prospect was the Top TE in attendance this past weekend. He showcased elite hands, and was excellent at separation against LB's in the passing game. He was a quick athlete who showed good skills. As a blocker he was solid and showed good strength. Barner is a prospect who impressed this past weekend during The Rize. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->