Derek Heilman
Derek Heilman
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Rob Howe | Prep Redzone Scout
Heilman influenced games in all three phases as a sophomore this past season. He produced 46.5 tackles, 40 of which were solo stops. He also intercepted three passes. On offense, Heilman rushed for 732 yards, averaging an insane 13.6 per tote, and 10 touchdowns. He added a couple of catches and averaged 23.7 yards on nine kick returns. Heilman’s 10th-grade highlight video reveals a well-rounded athlete with speed and explosion. While not the biggest guy on the field, he plays physically and through the whistle whether he’s carrying the ball or tackling it. Heilman flashes excellent instincts in the secondary along with the ability to quickly diagnose the play coming his way. He operates at top tempo.
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Rob Howe | Prep Redzone Scout
Heilman influenced games in all three phases as a sophomore this past season. He produced 46.5 tackles, 40 of which were solo stops. He also intercepted three passes. On offense, Heilman rushed for 732 yards, averaging an insane 13.6 per tote, and 10 touchdowns. He added a couple of catches and averaged 23.7 yards on nine kick returns. Heilman’s 10th-grade highlight video reveals a well-rounded athlete with speed and explosion. While not the biggest guy on the field, he plays physically and through the whistle whether he’s carrying the ball or tackling it. Heilman flashes excellent instincts in the secondary along with the ability to quickly diagnose the play coming his way. He operates at top tempo.
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