Elai Machado
Elai Machado
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Expert Analysis
Marquisse Silva | Prep Redzone Scout
Here is the 2025 Season Stockriser Alert for the New England region, highlighting a high-ceiling quarterback from Massachusetts.
Scout’s Analysis: Machado is a premier dual-threat talent whose 2025 tape demands a significant jump in our next rankings update. He is standing 6’3″. His verified speed pops in the open field. He has evolved from a “pocket escape artist” into a true home-run threat as a runner. His arm strength has taken a massive leap, consistently throwing a tight spiral with pinpoint accuracy. Most importantly, his decision-making has sharpened. His release time is faster. This allows him to get the ball out on time and under pressure.
Areas for Growth: His mechanics have improved. Continued refinement of his throwing motion will help eliminate “moon balls.” It will also flatten his trajectory on deep shots.
Recruiting Outlook: Machado’s combination of size, speed, and 20-TD production in 2024 makes him a clear college caliber prospect. He throws the ball with more “zip”. He has improved his speed and lateral quickness. This solidifies his status as a top-tier “stockriser.”
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Combine Series: New England
05/10/2025
- 40 Yard Dash #1
- 5.65
- 40 Yard Dash #2
- 5.75
- Shuttle #1
- 5.16
- Shuttle #2
- 4.88
- Broad Jump #1
- 9'5.5"
- Broad Jump #2
- 9'10"
- L Drill #1
- 8.22
- L Drill #2
- 8
- Vertical #1
- -
- Vertical #2
- -
- Wingspan
- 6'3"
- Hand Size
- 9.75
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Expert Analysis
Marquisse Silva | Prep Redzone Scout
Here is the 2025 Season Stockriser Alert for the New England region, highlighting a high-ceiling quarterback from Massachusetts.
Scout’s Analysis: Machado is a premier dual-threat talent whose 2025 tape demands a significant jump in our next rankings update. He is standing 6’3″. His verified speed pops in the open field. He has evolved from a “pocket escape artist” into a true home-run threat as a runner. His arm strength has taken a massive leap, consistently throwing a tight spiral with pinpoint accuracy. Most importantly, his decision-making has sharpened. His release time is faster. This allows him to get the ball out on time and under pressure.
Areas for Growth: His mechanics have improved. Continued refinement of his throwing motion will help eliminate “moon balls.” It will also flatten his trajectory on deep shots.
Recruiting Outlook: Machado’s combination of size, speed, and 20-TD production in 2024 makes him a clear college caliber prospect. He throws the ball with more “zip”. He has improved his speed and lateral quickness. This solidifies his status as a top-tier “stockriser.”
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Event Results
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Combine Series: New England
05/10/2025
- 40 Yard Dash #1
- 5.65
- 40 Yard Dash #2
- 5.75
- Shuttle #1
- 5.16
- Shuttle #2
- 4.88
- Broad Jump #1
- 9'5.5"
- Broad Jump #2
- 9'10"
- L Drill #1
- 8.22
- L Drill #2
- 8
- Vertical #1
- -
- Vertical #2
- -
- Wingspan
- 6'3"
- Hand Size
- 9.75