Ryan Franze
Ryan Franze
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Expert Analysis
Mark Johnson | Prep Redzone Scout
Ryan has consistently been one of the most productively dominant WR in the state of IL over the past two seasons. He brought that production and talent up to Winona State and put together a great day. A day that ended with him earning himself an offer from the Warriors. Ryan checked in at 5’10” 187 lbs, ran a 4.67 40, 4.5 shuttle, 8’9″ broad jump, and a 7.56 L-Drill.
The numbers were solid, but it was the way he performed in 1 on 1 battles that locked it up for Ryan. It is one thing to be able to create separation with sudden route running. Ryan does that and more. It isn’t just getting in and out of breaks quick. With Ryan you see the explosive agility. He has noticeable power in his acceleration out of breaks that instantly gets him free of DBs. He also flashed the speed to win vertically and Ryan was outstanding at tracking the ball and being able to contort his body to secure catches. It was a well deserved offer for the Johnsburg standout.
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Read EvaluationScott Burgess | Prep Redzone Scout
Franze is a 5’10” 185 pound slot that has good hands. Likes in breaking routes over the middle. Can also do damage with bubble screens. Finds seams going up field and has solid speed.
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Read EvaluationEric Bergman | Prep Redzone Scout
Sophomore standout
Ryan Franze
Ryan
Franze
5'10" | 185 lbs | WR
Johnsburg | 2027
State
IL
had a breakout season in 2024. He was Johnsburg’s go-to wide receiver all season, consistently delivering in critical moments. Franze has a knack for getting open in the secondary, averaging over six receptions per game and proving to be a reliable target for his quarterback. On the year, Franze made the most of his targets with 869 receiving yards and a team-high 13 touchdowns. His combination of precise route running and strong hands made him a matchup nightmare for opposing defenses. With two years of high school football left, Franze is poised to build on his impressive sophomore campaign.
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Read EvaluationMark Johnson | Prep Redzone Scout
Johnsburg HS has a noteworthy freshman WR to know. The 5’9″ 165 lbs WR is a quick, twitchy athlete with explosive short area burst/acceleration. Ryan is quick off the line, and able to make CBs miss when trying to jam him. From there he is able to stack the corner and open up separation. Ryan also has reliable hands that can secure the catch in traffic. The cherry on top is that he was an effective, strong blocker out wide. Keep an eye on the freshman WR. He has tools that will make him a problem for DBs.
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Read EvaluationEvent Results
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Combine Series: Illinois
05/17/2025
- 40 Yd #1
- 4.81
- 40 Yd #2
- -
- Shuttle #1
- -
- Shuttle #2
- 4
- Broad #1
- 100
- Broad #2
- 100
- L-Drill #1
- 7.25
- L-Drill #2
- -
- Vertical #1
- -
- Vertical #2
- -
- Wingspan
- 6'1
- Hand Size
- 10
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