Defensive Prospects Doing Work Through 2 Weeks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Through 2 weeks, we have seen some outstanding defensive performances. Below are some of the most high-level defenders in the state right now. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1717367"],"_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-6a99bdc9ec5fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Orchard Lake St. Mary's is full of talent up and down the roster, but I think [player_tooltip player_id='1717367' first='Caleb' last='Dersa'] is one of the more underrated pieces of this squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I absolutely love his quick first step, and ability to set offensive linemen up, and can beat them with speed or power. He has a strong lower half that can anchor down and set the edge as well, making him a top run stopper as well as an elite pass rusher. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Through 2 weeks, he has shown all of the flashes you'd want to see this early in the season. He will be a monster part of his teams success going forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["528080"],"_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-6a99bdc9ec631"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In just a couple of weeks, I am already seeing vast improvement out of Hill. Not that he didn't have the physical tools to be great already, because he certainly did, but the mental side of the position is getting so much more natural for him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Just in the few reps I have seen from him, he is diagnosing plays quicker, understanding his assignment and flying to the football. It's all becoming second nature to him, and the game has slowed down significantly for Hill. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Superb performance out of him so far, and I am looking forward to seeing what kinds of leaps and bounds he can make throughout the 2026 season! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1773155"],"_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-6a99bdc9ec691"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1773155' first='Willie' last='McQueen Jr'] may be one of the biggest problems you'll find in the trenches. This dude is big, he's physical and downright nasty. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensive linemen have struggled to neutralize him so far this season. He's able to attack and overwhelm even the strongest and most technically sound blockers. He has a plethora of moves he can throw to create havoc and continue to live in the backfield. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Both as a run stopper and a pass rusher, Willie possesses a non-stop motor and doesn't take plays off. Insanely high ceiling for this dude. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1195232"],"_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-6a9c53118ca1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Through 2 weeks, the Army commit has been all over the field for the Brighton Bulldogs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He has back to back weeks with a pick 6, and still hasn't allowed a catch on him yet this season. When you watch his technique, it's easy to see why. Byrd has disciplined eyes and possess insane reaction time, allowing him to break on the ball and jump the lane. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Army is getting an absolute superstar for their secondary. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1593042"],"_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-6a9c53118ca73"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Western Michigan just extended an offer to Caleb, and a glance at his first 2 weeks will show you exactly what they're liking from him so far. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris has shown how explosive he is so far this season. He goes from standing still to full speed in just a couple of steps, and delivers the boom when he gets his hands on the ball carrier. He is instinctual, and can read the offense incredibly well for a sophomore. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Great start for Harris, who will continue to garner legit D1 attention. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->