Midwest Boom Showcase: Day 2 Names to Know

As most of the coverage from this Sunday’s Midwest Boom Showcase is wrapping up, I wanted to make sure these five players got the recognition they deserved. These five players performed well and took advantage of the opportunity to compete with the best of the best. So with that being said, here are five players you should know and add to your watchlist ahead of the ’21 season. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="65584" first="Devin" last="Swift"], Rock Island ‘21 <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-42535" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2020/08/unnamed-2-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /> This was a business trip for Swift. The senior out of Rock Island looked confident and poised the entire night. Displayed his ability to drive the ball deep with impressive arm strength, along with showcasing his accuracy intermediately. He had a certain swagger about himself, a type that let you know that he believes he can compete with the best—and that’s something you can’t teach. I would keep an eye out for D-Swift, his stock is trending upward. &nbsp; Roderick Pierce III, Brother Rice ‘23 <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-42537" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2020/08/unnamed-3-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /> Pierce’s physique and speed are what stood out the most, for his size, and his age, he’s going to be a nightmare once he’s a senior. Showed off a quick and explosive first step that left opposing lineman chasing behind. Has quick and strong hands and works well in tight areas. Was relentless in the pursuit of his target &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="33801" first="Jeremiah" last="Johnson"], West Aurora ‘22 <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-42540" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2020/08/unnamed-5-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /> Although Johnson was slotted with the RBs, I genuinely believe he would thrive as a slot WR. His speed and quickness were on full display, and he showed great footwork during individual drills. I don’t know if the younger generation still calls it this, but Johnson showed off his leaping ability and flat out <em>"Mossed"</em> someone during 1-on-1’s. One of the best catches I’d seen all night. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="35745" first="Jayden" last="Marquis"] Antioch ‘21 <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-42541" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2020/08/unnamed-6-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /> Every time I saw Jayden, he had a smile on his face, like he was just happy to be there competing with the best. I also saw his leadership qualities on full display. Before the 1-on-1’s kicked off, Jayden was motivating and hyping the DBs up, ensuring everyone was ready to compete at a high level. Whichever school decides to bring Jayden in will be getting a leader who cultivates a winning culture, and of course—a talented DB. Fundamentally sound and his mechanics were on point during individual drills. During 1-on-1’s he accepted every challenge and showed he could cover with the best of them.