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Xavier

Gartrell WR

Class

2028

Height

6'0"

Weight

160

HS

Washington-Wilkes

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GA

Xavier Gartrell

Gartrell is a versatile defender in the box, as he can play outside the tackle as a 5...

Written by Kelly Christian

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Xavier

Gartrell WR

Class

2028

Height

6'0"

Weight

160

HS

Washington-Wilkes

|

GA

Xavier Gartrell

I’m part of the problem as Gartrell performed very well at the Prep Redzone Next Middle School Camp...

Written by Alan Popadines

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Kelly Christian | Prep Redzone Scout

Kelly Christian

Prep Redzone Scout

Gartrell is a versatile defender in the box, as he can play outside the tackle as a 5 tech or kick inside as a B-Gap player at the 4i, and he can play off the ball at linebacker. His first step off the line of scrimmage is explosive, allowing him to penetrate the backfield and force the QB and RB mesh to be rushed. This can make it difficult for QBs to confidently make decisions in run reads. His combination of speed and ability to change direction makes it possible for him to play both the QB and RB at times. This same speed and explosive get-off comes into play when rushing the passer as well, gaining ground on offensive linemen before they have a chance to gain depth in their kick step.

2 months ago

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Alan Popadines | Prep Redzone Scout

Alan Popadines

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

I’m part of the problem as Gartrell performed very well at the Prep Redzone Next Middle School Camp in Georgia last spring and again this January, and it is extremely rare that I will say that an eighth-grader is being slept on, but Gartrell is about as big of a sleeping giant as you’ll find in this 2028 class right now. At 6-foot and 160-pounds, he has good size and more than adequate muscle mass. Additionally, he was clocked at a 4.72 in the forty during the Augusta tryouts for the Georgia Future Star after registering an 8’8″ broad jump at our camp this past January. From coaches and scouts I’ve talked to, he also brings maturity and leadership to the field. Joined by his partner in crime, Calvin Wynn Jr. Calvin Wynn Jr. 5'8" | 170 lbs | ATH Washington-Wilkes | 2028 State GA at running back, the duo were dangerous for Washington Wilkes this past season. At the post-season award ceremony, Gartrell walked away with the Coach’s Award and recognition for being an Honor Roll student.

2 years ago

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