Plug N Play GOTW #2: Lincoln Northstar v Bellevue West Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Winners of 5 of their last 6, the Gators traveled to Faiman Field in Bellevue to take on the Thunderbirds who have won 4 of their last 5 games. I foresaw this as a high-scoring game that would be back and forth with one team pulling away in the 4th quarter. However, the game turned out to be a defensive battle and I will cover the top soldiers who showed up for their respective teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1075683"],"_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-67284fb535871"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dudoit brings high energy and sideline-to-sideline speed, pairing relentless aggression with top-notch quickness and hand technique that consistently disrupts the offense. Finishing the night with 6 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, and 2 sacks, he made multiple crucial third-down stops that stalled at least three drives. His high character and unmatched effort make him a valuable asset, ready to elevate any college roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19336949/6721b933814291000a351def' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672aee7ee70cf"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1105195"],"_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-67284fb5358d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kennedy brings high energy and consistent presence in the box, showing versatility with quarterback pressures and strong play in coverage, including a full-extension dive to bat down a crucial pass. His speed and athleticism enable him to pursue the ball effectively and make impactful plays. With his effort and intelligence on the field, this uncommitted linebacker is primed to attract college offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/15865576/67193f5a8b33bb5e7469ba37' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672aee7ee7136"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Bryce Johnson Jr.","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"165","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Bellevue West","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67284fb535913"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><a href="https://x.com/MKnight311">https://x.com/MKnight311</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Only a sophomore, Johnson showcased his talent early with a 79-yard catch on the first play of the game, setting the tone for an impressive night. He runs crisp routes and has excellent hands and body control, evident in a challenging sideline grab. Finishing with 4 catches for 122 yards, Johnson's long arms and solid catch radius add to his potential as a top receiver prospect. As he continues to grow physically and develop his skills, Johnson could well become the Thunderbirds' next standout receiver.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/WiredAxcess/status/1852707325800231278","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/WiredAxcess/status/1852707325800231278 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["722336"],"_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-67284fb535950"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another second-year standout, Allen was the second most impressive player on the field last Friday. A true ball hawk, he made plays both near the line of scrimmage and in open space, showing off his quick play diagnosis and attack skills. With good size for a Safety, Allen plays physically and is aggressive in coverage, often disrupting passes with well-timed hand placements. His strong upside and commitment to growth position him as a top defensive back prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19468645/6727c195a97ad782a1406ff6' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672aee7ee8f5d"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["546020"],"_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-67284fb53598b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><a href="https://x.com/SamSchaefer02">https://x.com/SamSchaefer02</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A big, physical receiver, Schaefer consistently generated positive yardage, using his size and frame to create mismatches that opponents struggled to contain. He drew three pass interference calls and showcased strong hands-on multiple catches, absorbing contact and falling forward for extra yards. His combination of size, body positioning, and physicality makes him a tough matchup and will certainly draw interest from several programs looking for a playmaking receiver.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16207518/6557feb102b18212e4c3b27f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672aee7ee8fbd"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Honorable Mentions:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Cesar Valencia | Bellevue West | 2025 | MLB/RB | 5'9" 200lbs</strong><br>A brick wall in the middle. Valencia finished with 8 tackles, 2.5 for a loss, and a forced fumble. He did not allow much past the second level and was dishing big hits to any opponent that came in his zone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Tristian Gerrez-James | Bellevue West | 2027 | RB/QB | 6'1" 175lbs</strong><br>A versatile athlete, Gerrez-James finished with 92 yards rushing with a touchdown. He is shift and ran for some tough yards between the tackles, including snaps take at quarterback in the redzone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1114432' first='Tyrell' last='Chatman'] | Lincoln Northstar | 2026 | QB/DB | 6'2" 175lbs</strong><br>Chatman has tremendous speed and athleticism. He was constantly under siege and did a great job extending plays and getting positive yards on a few of those plays. His legs put pressure on the TBird defense and even took in an interception while playing defense.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->