Brendon Manzano
Brendon Manzano
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Jordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Manzano is a quick and explosive athlete with the versatile skillset to impact the game in all three phases. He’s a natural playmaker with good instincts, speed, and twitch. He’s aggressive off the LOS closing space on the DB with good short area burst and drive phase. Love his ability to mix up releases against both press and off coverage. He does a good job setting up his routes and accelerating out of his breaks to create space. Plus body control and coordination to track and adjust to ball flight. Uses his lateral quickness and start stop speed to make big plays after the catch. Uncommitted right now with a handful of D3 offers but will be a good get for whoever lands him with his talent/ability.
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Read EvaluationDom Skene | Prep Redzone Scout
After a great first night, Manzano completely stole the show on the North-1:00 offense. He’s had the smoothest transitions of anyone on the field so far, and it shows up in every route he runs. His balance is uncanny, and you can tell just by the consistent tempo of every movement in his muscles. His agility allows his other skills to shine as a receiver who can line up anywhere, as he gets open enough to show his speed and jumping ability, both of which draw from his rare hip mobility. His hands have looked sure as he’s made tons of catches. Manzano’s style will shine in any college WR room lucky enough to land him, and recruiters are sure to hear his name as it’s the talk of the team so far.
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Read EvaluationJordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Manzano possesses plus athleticism and speed to impact the game in all three phases. As a receiver, he shows a clean release move that is effective against both press and off coverage. Good short area burst to quickly drive off the ball/get into his route and then accelerate out of his break to create separation. Does a good job dropping his hip level and using his lateral agility at the break point to accelerate out of his cuts. Strong instincts, body control, and concentration to come down with tough receptions in traffic. Good stalk blocker on the outside that flashes effort and the ability to sustain through the whistle. Great ability to win one on one matchups.
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