Jon Adair
Jon Adair
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Chris Smith | Prep Redzone Scout
Adair is the top center prospect from our #TN2025 O-line class that committed to Virginia early on in the process and has been focused on his development ever since. The Mustangs senior big man has nice size at 6’5 275 pounds along with the athleticism to compete against big nose tackles and stunting D-linemen on the next level while having the versatility to play guard or right tackle if needed. The best thing I like about Adair is his balance and lower base strength. He anchors really well then uses his hands to stall D-linemen. He is also a good athlete that could get out on traps and pave the way for his backs. More weight and mass to his upper body will be needed but the canvas and frame is there to grow into an eventual ACC starting center.
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Read EvaluationChris Smith | Prep Redzone Scout
Strengths: Big and versatile are the first two things that stand out to me when looking over clips of this Nashville area offensive lineman. Committing several weeks ago to Virginia, Adair is a top of state prospect who will continue landing big time offers as he brings a lot of physical tools and traits to the playing field that translate well to the college game. Adair is first and foremost highly intelligent with understanding to play all three interior O-line positions along with the athleticism to fill in at right tackle as well. He has good bend, lower base mobility as well as long arms and a strong leg drive to push defenders back. His ability to get into his man and drive him to the 2nd level is impressive. Adair could be headed to Virginia as a center where his upside may be best but I like his versatility to play guard as well and be plugged into the interior whenever needed. Developmental Area: The biggest area to work on for Adair moving forward is his lateral quickness and ability to pass block from the interior of the offensive line. Now that’s not an area that is not seriously lacking, let me say that but to go against massive D-Tackles at the Power level in college will be a challenge, so the more Adair can develop his athleticism and explosion, the more he will see his potential shine. Overview: From an overall player standpoint, I really like Adair and what he could do during his time at Virginia. The Mustangs rising senior is another clean, safe prospect that I think can step onto the practice field in Charlottesville and immediately find his way onto the depth chart. Adair is a smart ball player that is really filling out his body right now and could be in-store for his best high school season yet. His upside to lock down the center role while also providing versatility to handle all three interior O-line positions, gives Adair a chance to play early at Virginia and develop into a possible All-Conference performer.
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Read EvaluationChris Smith | Prep Redzone Scout
While Gooden may get the top billing and star status at Lipscomb Academy, Adair is nobody to sleep on as he is considered a Power Five prospect himself and someone with tons of the physical traits that can be developed further on the next level. Sporting great height and length along with a nice frame to take on more size, Adair is an intriguing big man that can play several roles across the O-line. He is athletic and mobile enough to play some tackle but right now, collegiate coaches are looking at Adair for center and I can see why. The Mustangs junior shows nice bend and agility within his lower base along with the ability to get out his stance quickly and get to the second level. Adair must continue his work in the weight room and inside the trenches but excellent potential resides with this Mid-Tennessee O-lineman.
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Read EvaluationChris Smith | Prep Redzone Scout
Adair made the rounds this summer, attending camps of some top level Power Five programs and he more than impressed, he landed several big offers and made it known that he is one of the best O-line prospects from our in-state #TN2025 class. The Mustangs rising junior is well built physically with a frame that can take on more weight and the versatility to play multiple roles across the O-line. The biggest thing I think me and collegiate coaches found out this summer was that Adair has the athleticism to develop at tackle as he showed excellent work with his pass blocking. Prepare to hear a lot about this Mid-Tennessee product moving forward as Adair has all the traits that appeal to Power Five coaches.
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