2 Tenths Top 150 Camp Part 2

<p>I'm back again with another batch of standouts from Sunday's 2 Tenths Top 150 Camp. What's not to love about this event? There was D1 talent from all over the state and beyond at Shadyside Academy in Pittsburgh, PA. Former and current NFL players, as well as former and college-level players, were coaching the campers, including Aaron Donald, Elliot Donald, Damar Hamlin, and Rontez Miles. The event provided its campers with rare access to top-level football talent. Numerous writers and other media attendees came away satisfied with the action. The crowd was substantial for a summer elite prospect camp. There will be one more post in this series highlighting the top performers from last Sunday.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/naytelamillion/status/1812596987625374077?s=46&t=Z9HVsIfxlYpUmBtFJHGC4g </div></figure>   <p>Naytel looked sharp throughout Sunday's camp, excelling during the DB drills and beyond. At cornerback and safety, he smothered receivers with a mix of aggression and composure. His press coverage was aggressive, while his off-man play was patient and disciplined. He maintained good pad level and a solid tempo when backpedaling. Mitchell recorded at least one pick-six during 7-on-7s, along with several pass breakups and coverage wins. His impressive performance earned him one of the MVP awards for the day. Naytel has garnered D1 interest but currently holds just one offer from FCS Robert Morris University.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Gianni_Marino21/status/1812635010828050459 </div></figure>   <p>Marino was a kid I wasn't familiar with, being from Valley View in York County. Gianni made his presence felt early in one-on-one competition and got a pick-six during the 7-on-7 competition. I loved not only his size at 6'3, 220 lbs but also his energy throughout the entire day. He has a lot of D1 interest but hasn't received that first offer yet. From what I saw on Sunday, Marino looks like a steal of a prospect for whoever is lucky enough to pull the trigger on him. I will be keeping a close eye on Marino, and if he plays like he did on Sunday, watch out.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/daiseanlacks1/status/1813076066476650982?s=46&t=Z9HVsIfxlYpUmBtFJHGC4g </div></figure>   <p>Lacks was one of the biggest surprises to me on Sunday. The 6'0, 240 lb DL displayed a lot of next-level potential against elite competition. He was very coachable, eagerly receiving tips from future first-ballot Hall of Famer Aaron Donald. He had a deep bag of tricks for getting to the QB. He's very quick off the ball and able to change directions rapidly due to his low pad level. Daisean wasn't afraid of competition and earned an MVP award for his efforts. Lacks will be another player I keep tabs on all season. Based on what I witnessed, I expect Daisean to put together a scholarship-level season.</p>    <p>Zymier looked very explosive firing off the ball. I saw a rep where his release against press coverage in the red zone would have been perfect if he had restacked the defender he beat off the line. Reed also showed his versatility playing safety, looking good pedaling off the hash with his 6'2 frame. He runs good routes and has the size and speed to be a factor on the backend. I'll be watching Zymier, along with his younger brother Julius and [player_tooltip player_id='913497' first='Kaleem' last='Taylor'], closely this season for Greater Johnstown High School.</p>    <p>Lenair impressed me in person with his work. He has a good muscular build and can continue bulking without losing any athletic ability. His get-off is above average, and he has a long wingspan. He used his hands well against FBS competition during one-on-ones and won the reps. He's tall enough to get batdowns and quick enough to provide constant pressure. The 6'3, 220 lbs DE has an offer from Maine, but other FCS teams in the NEC need to evaluate him before it's too late.</p>    <p>Reid was another player who earned an MVP award for the day. He was explosive and competed all day at WR and DB. I saw a press man rep versus blue-chip recruit [player_tooltip player_id='489202' first='Khalil' last='Taylor'] where Reid protected his inside perfectly and disrupted Taylor's route for the win. Jordon is more athletic than he's given credit for, as he has D1 ability in my eyes. While he's still young, I believe he will grow into a fine scholarship athlete.</p>    <p>Brown is a competitor who showcased his dominant ability and resilience. He took many reps during the one-on-one portion, winning many and losing some, but competed hard throughout. His size and punch are definitely of the Power 4 level. His size, combined with his wingspan and nasty demeanor, stood out during competition. He's a very capable OT, but I think his best position at the FBS level will be at OG. Brown-Demery is very agile for his size and will only get better with an FBS strength program. Jaiden has FBS offers from Wisconsin, Bowling Green, West Virginia, Pitt, Toledo, Temple, Duke, and Kent State.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/juliusreed9_/status/1812591228329800012?s=46&t=Z9HVsIfxlYpUmBtFJHGC4g </div></figure>   <p><br>I had the chance to watch Julius move around, and he has D1 potential. Even without extensive DB knowledge, he innately smothers receivers in coverage. One of his biggest natural skills is his ability to pedal and transition to run with the receiver. He executed a soft press technique very effectively due to his patience and confidence. Julius is fast and has gained muscle mass to complement his natural athleticism. He will only be a sophomore this season and is also the QB1 on offense for Greater Johnstown. His coach at the Top 150 camp, former NFL safety Rontez Miles, informed me that Julius is a natural CB with a high ceiling.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/7twice/status/1813721453495505169?s=46&t=Z9HVsIfxlYpUmBtFJHGC4g </div></figure>   <p>Collins exploded off the line of scrimmage all day on Sunday. His improved hand violence was particularly noticeable when getting after the QB. With his athleticism and size, it's clear why he has FBS offers. Josiah is a rush end with great explosion off the ball and a toolbox of pass rush moves that are often too much for average O-linemen. He currently holds football offers from Temple, Miami (OH), and Maine.</p>     <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/troy52c/status/1812621807641350326?s=46&t=Z9HVsIfxlYpUmBtFJHGC4g </div></figure>   <p>Two prospects who were worth the price of admission were twin D1 recruits [player_tooltip player_id='386216' first='Parker' last='Cunningham'] and [player_tooltip player_id='598939' first='Troy' last='Cunningham']. Parker, already committed to JMU, said he “just wanted to compete and have fun.” As an OL, he showcased an above-average punch and kick slide. His physicality and 6'5 frame allowed him to dominate many reps during the showcase. His twin brother, Troy, also impressed with his quickness and skill at DL. Troy was highly attentive to coaching tips and quickly applied them during the one-on-one drills. Both Cunningham brothers are set to be major contributors for South Park this year. Troy currently has offers from Dartmouth, UPenn, Cornell, Colgate, Monmouth, Duquesne, Bryant, and Robert Morris University.</p>    <p>Taylor was a player who didn't need to prove himself, but he certainly did! He was eager to show why he's considered one of the top recruits in the state. With elite speed, exceptional change of direction, and outstanding ball skills, Taylor proved to be both versatile and resilient, competing even harder after being bested by [player_tooltip player_id='914806' first='Jordan' last='Reid'] in one-on-ones. His explosiveness and leaping ability allow him to excel in 50/50 pass situations. Taylor earned one of the MVP awards for his impressive performance. He is a blue-chip prospect with offers from UNLV, Akron, Pitt, Nebraska, Penn State, UConn, West Virginia, RMU, Rutgers, and Maryland.</p>    <p>I'm genuinely impressed with how Brooks performed on Sunday. Despite some speculation about certain players not participating, Sa'Nir was not one of them. He showcased his stop-and-go ability during drills and competed with the intensity of someone with no offers. Sa'Nir runs top-notch routes out of the backfield and consistently makes catches. Notably, his new teammate, [player_tooltip player_id='220266' first='Tiqwai' last='Hayes'] (PSU commit), also had an impressive showing on Sunday. I'm more convinced than ever that 4A isn't ready for this dynamic duo. Brooks currently has offers from Akron, Miami (OH), and most recently, West Virginia.</p>    <p><br>I have no doubt that the Hayes and [player_tooltip player_id='648230' first='Sa'Nir' last='Brooks'] duo will be must-see TV. Hayes, despite already being committed and not needing to compete at the Top 150 Camp, gave it his all. His physique is already comparable to Big Ten running backs, and he demonstrated his competitive drive throughout the day, from one-on-ones to 7-on-7s, playing like a true blue chip prospect. Tiqwai's hands and route running are standout qualities that will impress PSU from day one. Hayes has the mentality and potential that any team would be eager to harness.</p>

I'm back again with another batch of standouts from Sunday's 2 Tenths Top 150 Camp. What's not to love about this event? There was D1 talent from all over the state and beyond at Shadyside Academy in Pittsburgh, PA. Former and current NFL players, as well as former and college-level players, were coaching the campers, including Aaron Donald, Elliot Donald, Damar Hamlin, and Rontez Miles. The event provided its campers with rare access to top-level football talent. Numerous writers and other media attendees came away satisfied with the action. The crowd was substantial for a summer elite prospect camp. There will be one more post in this series highlighting the top performers from last Sunday.