Five Freshmen to watch out For

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2030 is getting ready to take center stage this upcoming season. Here are five freshman to watch out for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1322172' first='Jay'siah' last='Rhodes']-Wide Receiver/Defensive Back-Warren-5'10” 180-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Looking primarily at the offensive side of the ball, Rhodes has the ability to change a game. He excels at making opposing defenders miss tackles in the open field. Rhodes does a great job of using his quickness to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He can work the underneath routes effectively but is tough to account for on the deep vertical routes. Rhodes is a player to watch out for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1509085' first='Bentley' last='Renick']-Quarterback-Greenwood-5'8” 155-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Greenwood Bulldogs have another quarterback coming down the pipeline in the form of [player_tooltip player_id='1509085' first='Bentley' last='Renick']. Renick had an impressive game against Fayetteville in the benefit contest this week. He throws the football with tremendous accuracy. Renick can fit the ball into tight windows. Meanwhile, he is able to use his legs to escape the pocket and pick up yards on the ground. Renick's athleticism will surprise opposing defenders this season. He is a player to watch out for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237559' first='Macari' last='Martin']-Offensive Line-Bryant-6'4” 330-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2237559' first='Macari' last='Martin'] is an intriguing prospect to watch on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball. On the offensive side of the ball, Martin gets out of the stance quickly and uses his hands well to redirect opposing defenders. He blends his quickness with his power and he has the potential to have an impact on both lines this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2263027' first='Jed' last='Bracy']-Running Back-Fayetteville-5'10” 165-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2263027' first='Jed' last='Bracy'] is a running back who sees the rushing lanes to develop quickly. However, he has the patience to allow his blockers to clear a path before exploding through the hole. He has the speed to get into the second level. Bracy makes opposing defenders miss tackles, and he can carry the ball between the tackles or cut the run down the sideline. Bracy is a player to watch out for over the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1700738' first='Lex' last='Frederick']-Wide Receiver-Pulaski Academy-5'8” 185</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1700738' first='Lex' last='Frederick'] is building the reputation of being a route-runner who can carve up an opposing defensive secondary. Frederick uses his crisp routes to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He has the speed to stretch the field vertically for the Bruins. Frederick is a wide receiver to keep an eye this season. He has the potential to put up some big numbers over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->