Eric “EJ” Avila
Eric “EJ” Avila
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Jordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
The 6’2” 185 lb. WR offers a strong skillset with the ability to be effective on the outside, in the slot, or as a kick returner. He is a plus route runner who shows a strong feel for tempo and separation, consistently creating space with sharp breaks and a good understanding of leverage against coverage. He possesses top end speed that allows him to threaten defenses vertically and providing true breakaway ability after the catch. Once the ball in his hands, he transitions quickly up field and can turn routine completions into explosive gains. His speed is complemented by strong body control and awareness in contested situations. At the catch point, he does a good job playing the ball in traffic. He extends to catch the ball outside of his fame, giving him a large catch radius and the ability to make a play on off target throws. Played a crucial role in Casteel’s run to the 6A State title and debuts in the rankings at #123 overall.
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Read EvaluationHunter Tierney | Prep Redzone Scout
Avila fit that long, smooth receiver mold perfectly — the kind of wideout who doesn’t look like he’s moving all that fast until you realize he’s already created separation. His stride is easy, his routes are clean, and he’s one of those guys who makes out‑breakers look like simple pitch‑and‑catch. In the title game he went 3‑for‑56, but the impact goes past the box score. He’s the steady piece in the passing game who keeps defenses honest so the explosive plays have room to breathe. When Casteel hit the big shots — whether it was Jauregui in space or Tee breaking contain — it wasn’t random. Avila’s ability to win his matchup and pull coverage helped the whole offense function the way it’s designed to. That reliability showed up all postseason, and it mattered again on the biggest stage.
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