Connor Durand
Connor Durand
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Mark Johnson | Prep Redzone Scout
Stats: 14 Carries, 123 Yards, 5 Tackles
Connor is showing off his versatility in this game and year to year. Last year in the championship Connor showed off his receiving threat. This year the speedster was doing his damage on the ground. He was able to stretch the field horizontally then stick his foot in the ground and burst upfield as he weaved through the defense. His speed and vision gave him a big advantage. On defense the DB used that speed to attack and make tackles near the line of scrimmage from his DB position. The senior has tools to be an impact player at UW- Eau Claire.
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Read EvaluationMark Johnson | Prep Redzone Scout
Connor is a big moment performer. I watched him twice in the playoffs, Level 4 and the State Championship. Both times he stepped up and made momentum swinging plays on offense and also was an impact as a DB. Connor has been working on showing that during this camp cycle, and it has resulted in an offer from River Falls. I believe that Connor can play either side of the ball at the next level with success, but it is worth noting he is camping as a DB. Looking through his camp tape so far, Durand is showing fluid change of direction, strong reactive athleticism, and physicality in man coverage that led to him making a lot of plays on the ball. The northern WI incoming senior has a lot to offer the next level. More eyes need to be on him this summer and fall.
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Read EvaluationMark Johnson | Prep Redzone Scout
Connor made a huge impact on both sides of the ball for the State Champions out of Rice Lake. On offense Connor is a big play threat on every touch. He averaged almost 9.5 yards/carry and 27 yards/reception. The speed that Connor plays with is a game changer. He is able to stretch the defense horizontally and vertically. The junior is also explosive in tight quarters with his acceleration. The 6’1″ 180 lbs RB also brings a physicality that you don’t expect when he runs between the tackles. Yet the tape shows him pushing the pile, breaking tackles, and forcing gang tackles. That physicality shows up on defense too where Durand isn’t afraid to play in the box against the run, get off blocks, and lay big hits. Connor’s vision with the ball makes him a dangerous return man on top of it all too. I’m excited to see where he debuts in the rankings. Big year coming for the two way athlete.
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