Film Review : 2028 Athlete’s Making an Impact

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome to this week's Film Room Review, where we take a deeper look at some standout players from across Oklahoma. This session is all about going beyond the surface—diving into the details you only catch when you really study the film. We're talking about technique, fundamentals, decision-making, and how players respond in key moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As coaches, this is where you separate flash from substance. Anyone can make a highlight play, but what shows up consistently snap after snap is what really matters. Footwork, leverage, ball skills, eye discipline, effort—those are the traits we're focusing on in this breakdown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The players featured this week put together strong performances and showed qualities that translate. Whether it's consistency, toughness, or the ability to execute under pressure, each of these athletes gave us something worth studying and evaluating moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1709321' first='Malakhy' last='Harris'] - Owasso</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After spending the last few seasons at Hominy, [player_tooltip player_id='1709321' first='Malakhy' last='Harris'] has transferred to Owasso, where he looks poised to make an immediate impact for the Rams. He currently holds 12 offers from schools all over most recent offer is from Colorado State. Harris is a dynamic playmaker who has the ability to score from anywhere on the field, whether he's stretching the defense vertically or turning a short reception into a 65-yard touchdown. His ball skills immediately stand out on film. Harris consistently makes acrobatic catches, displaying excellent body control, strong hands, and the confidence to attack the football at its highest point. Owasso can line him up all over the field to create favorable matchups, and his versatility allows the offense to get him involved in a variety of ways. He even takes snaps in the Wildcat package, giving the Rams another explosive option with the ball in his hands. Every time Harris touches the football, he's a threat to produce. His athleticism, versatility, and big-play ability should make him a key weapon for Owasso's offense, and he has all the tools to put together a breakout season for the Rams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1837487' first='Kentrell' last='Gaddis'] II - Choctaw</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Choctaw's Gaddis is the definition of a versatile athlete, making an impact on offense, defense, and special teams. At running back, he displays good vision, quickly identifying running lanes before attacking them with decisiveness. He is a patient runner who allows his blocks to develop and has the footwork to make defenders miss in the open field. His reliable hands also allow him to split out at wide receiver, creating matchup problems and giving the Choctaw offense another weapon. As a return specialist, Gaddis is a game-changer. Every time he fields a kick or punt, he has the ability to flip field position or take it the distance. His explosiveness, vision, and playmaking ability make him a constant threat whenever the ball is in his hands. Defensively, Gaddis patrols the secondary with confidence and instincts. He reads the quarterback's eyes well, breaks aggressively on the football, and has the athleticism to make plays in coverage. He is also a willing tackler who isn't afraid to come downhill and deliver a hit in the run game. With his versatility, athleticism, and ability to impact all three phases of the game, Gaddis is a player who consistently finds ways to help his team win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1828434' first='Logan' last='Jeter'] - Collinsville </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Class of 2028 athlete [player_tooltip player_id='1828434' first='Logan' last='Jeter'] is a versatile player who is expected to contribute on both sides of the ball for the Cardinals. Offensively, Jeter lines up at H-back and running back, two positions that fit his skill set extremely well. The Cardinals do a great job utilizing his size and strength by moving him around the formation, creating matchup problems, or simply handing him the football and letting him go to work. As a runner, Jeter plays with a physical, downhill mentality. He attacks the line of scrimmage with purpose, runs through contact, and finishes runs aggressively. He also shows reliable hands, making him a valuable option out of the backfield or when split out in the slot, adding another dimension to the Cardinals' offense. Defensively, Jeter plays outside linebacker, where his physicality and toughness stand out. He has the size to line up over tight ends, sets the edge well, and plays with an aggressive mindset at the point of attack. His versatility and willingness to do the dirty work make him a valuable piece of the defense. Overall, I really like Jeter's game. His ability to contribute in multiple roles on both offense and defense gives the Cardinals a versatile weapon, and he's a player to keep an eye on as he enters his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1834568' first='John' last='Paul Lundquist'] - Norman North</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Standing at 6'2" and 190 pounds, [player_tooltip player_id='1834568' first='John' last='Paul Lundquist'] possesses the size, athleticism, and skill set needed to play at the next level. He contributes on both sides of the ball as a safety and wide receiver, and after seeing him in person, it is clear he has a natural ability to make plays whenever he is on the field. Lundquist has a knack for finding the football and attacking it with confidence. As a receiver, he consistently competes for the ball, tracks it well in the air, and shows impressive body control with the ability to make acrobatic catches. He understands how to use his frame to his advantage and gives his quarterback a reliable target. Defensively, Lundquist plays with an aggressive mindset. He is not afraid to come downhill and make tackles, showing toughness and physicality at the safety position. His instincts allow him to put himself in position to make plays, and his ability to read and react quickly stands out on film. Overall, I really like Lundquist's combination of size, football IQ, and playmaking ability. His frame fits well at his position, and his willingness to compete on every snap makes him a valuable weapon for Norman North on both sides of the football.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1705459' first='Finn' last='Kouplen'] - Metro Christian </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Class of 2028 athlete [player_tooltip player_id='1705459' first='Finn' last='Kouplen'] is an exciting offensive weapon who showcases his versatility every time he steps on the field. He moves extremely well, displays quick feet, and has the athleticism to make defenders miss in space. One of the things I like most is how Metro utilizes him, lining him up at running back while also splitting him out wide as a receiver to create favorable matchups. I've always been a fan of Metro's offensive system, and Finn fits perfectly into what they do because of his ability to impact the game in multiple ways. With the ball in his hands, Kouplen is a playmaker. He has the vision to find running lanes, the footwork to create extra yardage, and the versatility to be effective both between the tackles and in the open field. His ability to contribute as both a runner and receiver makes him a difficult player for defenses to account for. On the defensive side of the ball, Kouplen patrols the secondary at safety, where he plays with the same instincts and athleticism. He is a ball hawk who reads the quarterback's eyes well, breaks aggressively on the football, and gets downhill quickly to make plays. His combination of offensive versatility and defensive instincts makes him one of the more intriguing Class of 2028 athletes to watch as he continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->