Week Zero Risers: Rankings Update Looming

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After an impressive week zero, prospects have excelled in making their case. It's time to highlight some rising stocks. With the rankings update coming soon in September, here are five prospects to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341988"],"_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-6a944059d65ae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2341988' first='Zion' last='Butts'] made a name for himself early and will officially be added to our September rankings update. He carried the football 14 times for 106 yards. Butts is a patient runner who can navigate gaps and traffic due to good lateral quickness and footwork. He's a prospect to monitor for the rest of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Zion5Butts/status/2094014488710156760?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Zion5Butts/status/2094014488710156760?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2244532"],"_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-6a944059d6620"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2244532' first='Kadon' last='Williamson'] kicked off the season hot, racking in six receptions for 132 yards and two touchdowns. Williamson is a smooth route runner and a vertical threat for the Sylvan Hills offense. He attacked the boundary effectively by creating separation off his breaks due to solid body control, COD, and burst. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KWilliamson2027/status/2093872547230097444?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KWilliamson2027/status/2093872547230097444?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2351273"],"_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-6a944059d6672"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2351273' first='Nicholas' last='Otero'] was a smooth and consistent kicker on Friday night. He went 4/4 on PATs, 1/1 on his only field goal of the night of 26 yards, made two tackles on his kickoffs, and averaged 41 yards on his punts. Otero is a prospect to watch this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/NicholasOtero17/status/2093779150142103569?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/NicholasOtero17/status/2093779150142103569?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1858209"],"_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-6a944059d66bf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1858209' first='Easton' last='Barksdale'] played only in the first half, leading his team to a dominating opening win. He went 23/36 (64%), 408 yards, and six touchdowns. He possesses a good frame and arm strength to attack the full field. Barksdale showcased toughness and poise in the pocket, delivering under pressure with solid touch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Eastonbarksdale/status/2093787069071949971?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Eastonbarksdale/status/2093787069071949971?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1036925"],"_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-6a944059d6707"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1036925' first='Collin' last='Neal'] continues to rise and showcase his talents. He racked up a pick and multiple pass breakups, and flew to the football with his high motor. Neal displays solid read-and-react ability, often arriving at the catch point to contest, earning him the defensive player of the game. Add him to your board. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/collinneal09/status/2093776889286479980?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/collinneal09/status/2093776889286479980?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->