Grant Gensler
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Mark Johnson | Prep Redzone Scout
One of the top two way athletes in IL is the safety/RB out of Rochelle Township. Grant has a great base of athleticism that has allowed him to make big plays on both sides of the ball. At safety, Grant is able to roam the field because of that speed but also because of a high level of awareness as he reads the QB. Grant has ball skills to create turnovers when he gets the chance. Plus you can count on him to attack downhill against the run and deliver hard, play stopping tackles. The standout athlete has also been an effective return man. In big part because of his ability to see the field. A trait that has made him a viable option as an RB too. Grant has a lot to offer the next level. Dive into this highlights.
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Read EvaluationPatton Fitzpatrick | Prep Redzone Scout
Gensler earned All-State Honorable Mention honors following his junior campaign. The 6’1, 175 lbs safety out of Rochelle Township earned First Team All-Conference Honors in back to back seasons. Gensler is a do-it-all free safety who is as good in coverage as he is at tackling in the open field. Gensler can cover a lot of ground in coverage, showing off his smooth back pedal and ability to transition his hips and gain ground. He is as sure-handed a tackler as one will find in the open field, taking sharp angles and using his whole body to secure the tackle. As Gensler heads into his senior season, keep an eye on this rising star in the Land of Lincoln.
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Read EvaluationPatton Fitzpatrick | Prep Redzone Scout
The 6’1, 175 lbs playmaker out of Rochelle Township had an electrifying junior season, ultimately earning IHSFCA 5A All-State Honorable Mention Honors. He is the true definition of an athlete, as Gensler is sure to find himself being recruited as a safety, running back, and returner. Anytime he touches the ball, Gensler’s elite speed and shiftiness is on display. Once he gets a full head of steam, good luck catching him. Defensively, Gensler’s acceleration and athleticism is evident in both coverage and when coming downhill to tackle. This rising star in the Class of 2025 in Gensler is poised for an exciting senior season.
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