Defensive Observations From The Prep Redzone Carolinas Showcase
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Several players stood out in their performances at the Prep Redzone Carolinas Showcase – let’s take a look at these brief thoughts: LB William Massey – Class of 2025 – Northwestern High School – I have seen Will a couple…
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Continue ReadingSeveral players stood out in their performances at the Prep Redzone Carolinas Showcase – let’s take a look at these brief thoughts:
LB William Massey – Class of 2025 – Northwestern High School – I have seen Will a couple of times up close and in person and he continues to impress with great athleticism in space and ability to match up well with players in 1 on 1 pass coverage from his linebacker position. He should have a big senior year in a strong program.
DL Jayden Fry Jayden Fry 6'3" | 220 lbs | DL Rolesville | 2025 NC – Class of 2025 – Rolesville High School – A good explosion out of his stance allowed him to gain leverage to work through half a man consistently against offensive tackles using a variety of pass rush moves. Good overall agility plus a 6’3 frame should allow him to gain more college interest going into his senior year.
DB Jayden Woodruff Jayden Woodruff 5'10" Providence | 2025 NC – Class of 2025 – Providence High School – He came into this showcase with an offer from Alabama A&M, and with his quickness and change of direction in short spaces, he should attract more attention from schools. He also showed good long speed in 1 on 1’s against deep passes down the field.
DL Nse Uffort Nse Uffort 6'1" | 260 lbs | DL Swain County | 2025 NC – Class of 2025 – Swain County High School – I like his first step out of his stance from a 3-point defensive tackle position. Showed some good upper body strength and worked his hands well to set up moves in 1-on-1s versus offensive linemen. He also moved well during agility drills.
LB Chase McCullough Chase McCullough 6'0" | 220 lbs | LB Hickory Ridge | 2026 State NC – Class of 2026 – Hickory Ridge High School – Good overall physical stature, has been in the weight room. Like how well he can turn and run versus running backs in the pass coverage portion of their 1-on-1s. Good side-to-side overall agility as well in drills.
DB Elijah Barber Elijah Barber 5'10" | 165 lbs | DB Myers Park | 2025 NC – Class of 2025 – Myers Park High School – Elijah continues to impress in every place that I see him up close. He projects as a slot corner on the next level, and he plays really well in aggressive, man-coverage situations. He has major confidence in his technique, and that is a great complement to his overall speed as well.