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#18 DAMONE CLARK POSITION: Linebacker HEIGHT: 6’3 WEIGHT: 245 lbs.

CLASS: Senior HOMETOWN: Baton Rouge, La. MAJOR: Sport Administration HIGH SCHOOL: Southern Lab HS SEASON TEAM 2018-19 LSU 2019-20 LSU 2020-21 LSU Totals:

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here is a rich tradition behind wearing #18 at LSU. I have been fortunate enough to wear it both this past year and this year as well. Some fantastic players have worn #18 before me and I am truly blessed and honored to be chosen to wear it. I see how much is expected of me and I will do everything I can to prove myself to LSU nation and the world this year! The tradition started with Matt Mauck who led LSU to their first national title in football since 1958. Mauck’s success both on and off the field and relentless attitude led to setting the standard for LSU as well as the #18. Players who carry the #18 jersey are expected to exhibit many of the same characteristics as Mauck himself demonstrated. To be named by the coaches and teammates at LSU is a big deal because it means that you are following in the footsteps of some of the greats who have worn the purple and gold. I never expected that I would be selected for such a prestigious number. Being selected to wear #18 in the locker room in front of my teammates and coaches will be a moment I will never forget. While I did not expect to be chosen, I was selected because I am a leader on the team who leads by example and sets the standard for LSU football. Another key factor in my selection is the fact that I am a high character guy.

Tre’Davious White wore #18 in 2015-2016 and was a force to be reckoned with. In 2014 White was a Freshman All-SEC by the coaches, a 2015 2nd Team All-SEC, a 2016 Thorpe Award finalist, 2016 All-American, and was selected 27th overall in the 2017 NFL Draft. He was the last #18 to wear it two years in a row, followed by me this year. Both K’Lavon Chaisson and Lloyd Cushenberry were chosen to wear #18 in 2019. Both of those guys were high character guys, were leaders on the team, and players and fans were able to count on them. Chaisson a 1st round pick #20 overall in the 2020 NFL Draft exemplified the term Student-Athlete. He was a 3x SEC Academic Honor Roll player as well as a 2x All SEC player and CFB National Semifinals Defensive MVP vs Oklahoma. Cushenberry was the #83 overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft. He too was an SEC Academic Honor Roll guy, a 2019 LSU Football MVP, and a 2019 Joe Moore Award winner. As you can see, being honored to wear #18 means more than just a having a football jersey.

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All players that have worn the #18 take an interest in the current #18 wearer. They have certain expectations for those who wear the #18 to live up to. Last year was an unusual year and a year that many may not forget. I know that I won’t forget it. Reflecting on last year being selected #18 and the change of events that occurred made me strong and more dominant to the point where I am eager for revenge. Life brings many trials and tribulations but it’s how you react to them. The saying, “Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% of how you react to it,” holds great meaning for me. Obstacles come and go in life but the outcome is determined by me! I am in charge of my destiny and nobody can stop me but me. Many may think of #18 as just a number but I look at it as a rich tradition that will continue to be passed down as long as LSU Football exists. My goal is to be one of the greatest players to ever put on purple and gold, not only for my athletic ability but also academics as well. I am proud to wear #18 because of how prestigious the number is and the quality of people who have worn it before me.

The coaches, trainers, staff at Cox Communication Center for Student-Athletes have done so much for me in my time here at LSU and have turned me into the person I am today. I am so deeply grateful for all of the hard work that they do to make me and all of my teammates successful both on and off the field.

I understand the hardships that go with wearing #18 and have seen those before me set the tone and lead the football team.

As we are getting ready for the 2021 football season, it is my goal everyday to make myself and my team better. We want to prove that 2020 is behind us and that we are better than we were. As I am writing this, I am excited about our workouts with coach Moffit and that tomorrow we will be running the stadium. We run these steps for every one of our 102,000 fans that will be watching inside Death Valley and millions more watching at home. Tiger Nation, get ready for another great season.

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Gridiron Football All-star Bowl 2021 Location: Southeastern Louisiana University Date: December 27-30 Game: December 30th 5p.m.

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Aiden Brink is a class of 2022 offensive lineman for Sioux Falls’ Washington High School. As someone that played varsity and went to the state championship their freshman year, Aiden knows how to put in work and what it takes to be the best. This work ethic is not only shown on the field, but in the classroom too with an impressive 3.5 GPA. Standing at 6’4” 285lbs, Aiden is a force to be reckoned with and provides a wall of protection for his QB, making him apart of the 2020 South Dakota 11AAA All-State team.

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What did football teach you about yourself of life once you began playing? Even when it gets hard, say we are doing conditioning, you just have to keep going no matter what because it will get better. It has taught me to keep that same mentality in school and life in general even without football.

Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport? My dad because he played football at South Dakota State University. It was really cool being able to watch his game film and seeing how I should play by being aggressive.

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sioux falls, sd ht: 6’4” wt: 285 gpa: 3.5 class: 2022

What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? It was a big moment for me going into my freshman year of high school, I was a lot bigger than all of the other freshman because I was 6’3” 230 lbs. as a freshman and our head coach came over to me after one of our first summer practices and told me I would be playing on varsity. That was probably one of my biggest moments of my high school career.

Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? I’m involved in powerlifting and track and field. Powerlifting helps with getting us stronger. Our powerlifting coach is probably one of the best around, he pushes us to the very max.

I also throw discus and I think it helps me stay loose during springtime so when football comes back around, we’ll be in top shape.

Outside of sports do you have any hobbies or passions that you do in your free time and what about them do you enjoy the most? In my free time I’m mainly hunting or fishing. It’s South Dakota, we don’t have the ocean or all these big cities, so you have to find ways to have fun. With fishing there’s really not much you can compare it to, just being outside and having a good time with your buddies. The same goes with hunting, you can have fun with family, friends, just about anyone you want.

Do you have a favorite athlete, college or Nfl, that you look up to?

Calvin Johnson used to be a good one for me and Taylor Lewan the left tackle for the Tennessee Titans. I love how aggressive he is, and his style of play is just unmatched.

For the 2021 season coming up have you set any personal goals and has your team set any specific goals for the season?

Some of my personal goals is to be a better leader, on and off the field.

Some of our goals as a team, obviously, is to win a state championship.

A couple years ago we had a 3 peat and I believe we are number one in the nation as far as teams with the most state championships.

What’s some advice you would give to younger players that want to play high school football one day? There may be a lot of screaming and yelling and fast pace environment, but you’ll get used to it and have a blast. If you have the attitude of wanting to put in work, you’ll be fine.

This past season was obviously very different with all of the Covid restrictions. What adjustments did your team have to make and how were you all able to overcome that? We still had our regular season in the fall. We only had one or two games that were cancelled or postponed due to Covid. So, it didn’t really hit us extremely hard. We took all of the precautions and were wearing masks everywhere we went. We wanted that season so we did everything and anything we could keep that season on.

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Gridiron football coaches corner who’s who

The Who’s who of high school football coaches is presented by Marcus Randall.

The Who’s Who of football coaches shines a spotlight on some of the guys behind the scenes. Many times the coaches are forgotten about, however they have some of the biggest impact on the players lives and futures. Over the years, a coach may help thousands of young men achieve more in life than was expected of them. So we want to show you just six coaches this month that make a difference in kids lives everyday. These coaches have all made a huge impact in the Gridiron Football All-Star Bowl games as well as helped kids further their playing careers. These coaches live by Mathew 28:19-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Each one of these men is sharing the love and compassion of God with our future leaders.

Jason McClendon O/C Tatum High Tatum, Tx

Tramon Douglas O/C Woodlawn High Baton Rouge, La

Jason won the Gridiron Football Coach of the Year in 2018 when he turned around Lakeside High School from a 23 game loosing streak to a 7-4 record in his first year as head coach.

He now serves as the offensive cordinator for Tatum high school. In 2020, coach McClendon lead the offense with 414 points scored with an 8-2 record.

Tramon, former Grambling State standout is now the offensive cordinator for Woodlawn High School. Under his direction, he has helped turn around the 5A program to a potential power house program in 2021. He has directly helped develope future star QB in Rickie Collins. Coach Douglas’ offense ranked toward the top in 2020 in Baton Rouge.

Tyler Lewis DB St James High Vacherie, La

Johnathan Collins HC Magnolia School Of Excellence Shreveport, La

Tyler is in his second year at St James. Tyler has become one of the most sought after defensive back coaches in south Louisiana. He has coached the past two years in the the Louisiana Gridiron Football All-Star Bowl Game as well as won the State 1A title in 2017 at West St John High School. His main focus is to help kids acheive their fullest potential.

Johnathan is starting his second season at Magnolia this year. In his first season, he lead the team to the first playoff birth in school history. He is currently developing a “Can Do” mindset with his players and has already put one player into college with a football scholarship.

Matt Dufresne HC DeQuincy High DeQuincy, La

Brad Ducote HC Rosepine High Rosepine, La

Matt is entering his second season as the head coach at DeQuincy High School. Since taking over the head job, he has helped improve the culture with the Tiger football program. He is trying to develope the “Row The Boat” mentality and develope men.

Brad has been educating and motivating young men at Rosepine since the late ‘90s. In fact Brad coached the CEO of Gridiron Football during the ‘99 and ‘00 seasons. Coach Ducote has lead his team to multiple playoff births and this last year he coached 5 All-State players.

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hmad Garner is a One-Cut Running Back prospect from Metairie, Louisiana that attends Archbishop Rummel High School. A Class of 2023 High School Sophomore, Ahmad Garner is listed at 5’9, 172 lbs. and has a very encouraging highlight tape. He is a hard-nosed, physical running back that is not afraid of contact. His Hudl film showed his ability to run downhill effectively against a defense, no matter who is in front of him. Garner has a jump cut that is satiable and it demands attention by opposing defenders as well. Ahmad’s capability of finding the hole with ease while having an astute nose for the endzone is promising. Only a sophomore in High School, the running back has two more phenomenal seasons at Archbishop Rummel to encourage spectators to rave about him. He’s already shown that he possesses the spark to compete at the next level. I look forward to seeing the offers roll in expeditiously as his High School career progresses.

At what age did you begin playing football and what motivated you to play? I began playing football at five years old. I was motivated by seeing the football games play on TV every weekend as a kid. I thought it would be fun to give it try and I just haven’t stopped playing since.

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archbishop rummel metairie, louisiana Ht: 5’9” wt: 172 class of 2023

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general once you started playing? Football has taught me that in life, you only get one chance. Not many players get a second chance at playing football. As far as myself, I learned that football is a more of a mental game. A player’s mentality can separate him from thousands of others that play.

Are you a leader on your team? And if so, have you been able to bring any of those leadership skills from the field to your everyday life? Unfortunately, with me being a sophomore and still learning the game, I haven’t been much of a leader as of yet. As I head into my junior year, I will definitely play more of a leadership role on the team especially with so many incoming freshman and younger teammates looking up to me.

As a junior, can you tell me some advice that you would give to your underclassmen teammates who would look up to you as a leader on the team? I would tell them to don’t overthink things on the field and always look for ways to improve yourself as a player/ person.

Who is a role model in the NFL (at your position) that you feel reflects your game? My role model in the NFL at Running Back would be Alvin Kamara. I say him because of the ways he can break tackles and fight for every yard that he can. Also, I like his versatility and how he is able to catch passes out of the backfield and create big plays for his team.

What was your biggest highlight/play so far in your High School career? The biggest highlight so far in my high school career was Week 1 vs Hammond High School. My second carry of the game, I took for 31 yards and a Touchdown. It felt unreal when it happened with me only being a Sophomore and it being so early in the season.

What do you look forward to next year when you play in your Junior season? What’s your main goal? I do look forward to my Junior season. My main goal is to win a State Championship with my teammates and finish the season as one of the best Running Backs in the state.

What kind of player would they (coaches) be getting out of you if they choose to recruit you to their school? Coaches can expect to get a coachable, dedicated, and hardworking player out of me. by: Cameron Rorie

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A Aiden Jones Linebacker

covington catholic high park hills, kentucky ht: 6’3” wt: 225 class of 2023

by: Holden Lester

iden Jones, class of 2023, is a dual position athlete as he plays both Middle Linebacker and Tight End for the Covington Catholic Colonels out of Park Hills, Kentucky. As a 6’3 225lb Linebacker, Aiden is an aggressive tackler who makes sure that the runner is down. He brings his toughness to every play as he never runs away from a blocker, rather, he runs through them and disengages when need be.

Aiden is a pure run stuffer too, he has good patience to allow for a hole in the line to open in up and has the burst to attack and fill the gap. When lined up at Tight End, Aiden is a serviceable blocker, and has solid footwork in his routes to get separation, surprising speed to add on to the initial separation, and finishes it off with good, solid hands to secure the catch. Aiden Jones is very versatile athlete with a good mixture of toughness, speed, and hands. With this mixture, Aiden could be a menace all over the field on Saturdays and has another year to make progress and get even better.

Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into? Do you have any hobbies? I play power forward/ small forward for my high school’s basketball team, I play video games like 2K and Madden, I like being outside, I go boating, and I camp sometimes too. Other than that, me and my friends just go to the park and hang out.

When did you start playing football? What made you get into it? I started playing in 1st grade, I have been playing ever since and I have loved it. My dad played at UK and played at the CFL. My whole family played so I was born into it. My brother pays right now too, he goes to Cornell. My dad, my brother, and even my little brother play o-line, I make sure to make fun of them because I am the only fast one.

What has been the highlight of your football career so far? So far, it would probably be my freshman year winning the state championship. That was definitely the highlight so far. It was kind of like the best feeling in the world, definitely made me feel good.

What motivates you to get out and practice every day?

What is your why? I would say trying to get to the next level and putting in the work in to get there knowing that it is going to take a lot of work to get where I want to go.

Is there anybody you look up to? I look up to Michel Mayer, the Tight End for Notre Dame, he went here so that is a big reason why. I looked up to everything he did, in the weight room and on the field. We were the same position in high school, Tight End and Middle Line Backer, so he taught me some minor stuff about what to watch for on offense and defense. That meant a lot to me.

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ntwain Barham Jr. is a Linebacker prospect in the class of 2022. He plays for the Milan Bulldogs in Milan, Tennessee and comes in at 6’3 and 225lbs. Antwain has a high football IQ at the Mike linebacker position and it shows. He is a very active player on the field in both assets of the game. He is monstrous in the run game, sniffing out running lanes and immediately filling them with an impressive burst to make a play on the ball as well as in the passing game. He has the mental processing needed to anticipate in-breaking routes and jump in front of the receiver to secure the turnover. Antwain is an aggressive tackler with an amazing motor. His film shows many plays exploding only for the opponent to be tackled due to his amazing speed and even better hustle. Antwain Barham Jr. is a leader on the Bulldogs defense as well as off the field.

What are some hobbies you have outside of football? I like spending time with my family. I am very family oriented. If I am not with family, with my trainer most of the time and vice versa.

When did you start playing football? I started at age of six. I always loved football because it is like a family thing, I fell in love watching my cousins and uncle paly. I was too aggressive in flag football so I had to move to tackle league. I would always try to tackle them instead of pulling their flags.

What NFL player would your compare yourself to? Honestly, Telvin Smith, he is more of a long Sam linebacker and I am pretty long. He is very athletic and can play inside and up. He is also 6’3 and I am 6’3.

antwain barham jr milan high school linebacker milan, tennessee ht: 6’3” wt: 225 class of 2022

What are your favorite aspects of your game? I like how aggressive and fast my hands are, my hands are very quick, and I can go from sideline to sideline Did you start out playing any other position? I was a Running back God, I got moved up to varsity my freshman year to play Running back. I was a man-child.

How do you prepare for an upcoming game? I get all my drip, get both Airpods charged up just in case, I listen to my music during my pregame meal, I have one in my ear as we go over plays, and after that we eat, chill, and go back outside. Its just a vibe, its Friday.

What has been the highlight of your football career? Going to state last year, it was our first time going to state, we have not been to state since 2011 so it was a big thing. The hotel room was good, going out to eat was good, the whole experience was good, it was fun.

What are some team and personal goals that you have for next season? I want to be more of a verbal leader instead of just leading by example. I want to work on my lateral movements to be more explosive and shorten my steps when it comes to pass coverage.

For my team goal, I want to make it back to state and win.

What would you bring to a college team? I bring that spark, explosiveness, and energy. I just bring energy to the game. It does not matter what college I go to, I am just trying to be the best linebacker that goes through that college.

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ustin Eltepeter is an Outside Linebacker in the Class of 2022 for Moorhead Highschool in Moorhead, Minnesota. Eltepeter has a college ready build, while also only being a junior in high school, standing in at 6’3” and 220 lbs. This build allows him to shed through blocks seemingly effortlessly while also being able to play in pass coverage just as well as most DBs! With his great size and strength, he also has surprising speed, he is able to keep up with nearly any receiver and ran the 40-yard dash in 4.52 seconds. While his physical attributes may be pretty impressive, his defensive IQ is just as or even more impressive as he reads and picks apart offenses easily. Austin Eltepeter has another year of high school football ahead of him and we are excited to see what he will do in the future.

Austin Eltepeter Moorhead High School Outside Linebacker Moorehead, Minnesota Ht: 6’3” WT: 220 Class of 2022

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing in 4th grade for a youth team, when I was little, I saw clay Matthews dressed up as Thor and wanted to be like him.

Favorite moment of your career so far? My first play I made on varsity sophomore year I forced a fumble and recovered it.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most?

I’m very versatile so a player like Isaiah Simmons because I’m fast versatile and long.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Track, it adds acceleration and I do a lot of lifting as well.

Do you have any pre-game rituals? I put on my left sock before my right and listen to some music.

Going into your senior season, what are you looking forward to?

Having a good time with my teammates, I have some offers right now and by the season starts I should be committed so I’m just excited to have fun with the team.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player?

They would get a college ready player, my height weight and IQ are good, once I get to college, I’m going to be game ready.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? I don’t want to be average, so I always work harder than others.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? Trying to help my teammates out by uplifting them and helping them out through things. Also, when we are in school and I see my teammates, I try to lift them up.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My linebacker coach, he says to give it your all and you will see results and that’s what I have done.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? I’m a kind person, I try to be the best I can be around others.

What sets you apart from other OLB? I can get off blocks really well, I can also play in the box with the lineman.

What’s your favorite GAP to shoot and why? A Gap, like to be sneaky and surprise the offense.

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shton Porter is a Class of 2023 Defensive End for Cy Ranch High School in Cypress, Texas. Ashton’s build at 6’4” 235 lbs., makes him nearly impossible to block for opposing offensive linemen. To even have a chance in games, most offenses have to throw a double team at him. However, this doesn’t seem to make a difference as Porter still makes an impact on the game, this can be seen through his 11.5 tackles for loss. (TFL) His greatness on the field was recognized by his district as he was unanimous 1st Team All-District in only his Sophomore season. Ashton may be quite talented on the field, but his talent in the classroom can’t go unnoticed as he has a 3.4 GPA. With Ashton Porter recently being rated a 4-star, he is a player you will want to look out for now in his high school career and at the collegiate level.

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Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I started when I was 5, the reason I wanted to play is because I was inspired by Larry Fitzgerald.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me to not take anything for granted, team building skills, and how to work in a team.

Would you consider yourself a speed rusher, power rusher, or a run stopper? Speed rusher, I know how to use my moves and speed to get past defenders.

What’s your go to favorite move to get past offensive lineman? Push pull, I come up to the lineman, if he opens up his chest and push and pull him till I get free.

ashton porter defensive end cy ranch high cypress, texas ht: 6’4” wt: 235 gpa: 3.4 class of 2023

What technique do you prefer to line up in? I like to line up in a 5 technique.

Do you see yourself as more of a hard-hitting tackler, or a conservative one? I see myself more as a conservative tackler.

What do you look for pre snap? I look at the offensive lineman is and where his eyes are and how he’s going to adjust.

What defensive scheme would best utilize your talents? 3-4, I know how to fight double teams.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? Chase young, but my favorite player is Cameron Jordan.

How has throwing discus and running the 200m/200 relay made you a better pass rusher? the 200 really helped me with my get off and staying low coming off the ball, while discus has taught me good footwork and how to step back.

What advantages do you gain with your build? I feel like I already know what the player in front of me is going to do. I’m also very strong and that allows me to beat offensive lineman off the ball.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? I’m a universal player, I have skills in my speed, hands, and footwork.

I saw you were recently rated/upgraded to a 4 star, what does that mean to you? I feel shocked, it means a lot to me, only a few 4-5 stars in my family.

How did Covid-19 impact your sophomore season? It helped, we got more work in to get better in the weight room and understanding plays. team had the opportunity to bond more.

I know you were 1st team all-district last season, do you have any goals set to repeat or any other ones? DMVP of the district.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my dad, he sacrificed a lot for me, moved things around to get what I need .

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? I had a strained calf, had to sit out 2 for two games, I got through it by focusing and by supporting my teammates.

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eese Mooney is a class of 2023 quarterback from Denham Springs High School in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Reese is 6’1 and weighs around 190 pounds with a bench press of 200. He uses his frame to his advantage when looking over his offensive line. Mooney is phenomenal at running the ball and kills the defense when doing so. Reese currently is exciding in the classroom with a 3.9 GPA and is waiting to take the ACT. What things are you looking for most in a football program? I am mostly looking for good coaches, facilities, and a goof fan base.

Also, tradition is cool.

What motivated you to get into playing this sport? I always played baseball but throwing the football and watching football with my dad made me start love the game.

What does football mean to you? Football means a lot. Everything actually. It’s a time to be free and play with your friends and play for the town you live in. That’s important to me. I want to win for Denham and my coaches and the people that come to the games.

What’s your favorite thing about your position? My favorite thing would have to be that I am in charge of everything, and all eyes are on you.

REEse Mooney quarterback Denham Springs high Denham Springs, LA Ht: 6’1” Wt: 190 GPA: 3.9 Class of 2023

What would you say are your main strengths on the field? My main strength would be throwing on the run, good at feeling pressure and escaping, throwing from different arm angles.

Three words to describe yourself. Leader, work. Dedicated.

How do you balance your schoolwork and football? I get most of my work at school and don’t goof off much and I always make time to focus on my craft. I also go to tutoring if I need it.

What would you like to major in? Physical Therapy or coaching in college.

What’s been the highlight of your football career? A highlight in my career would be becoming the starter at my high school.

Also getting my first D1 offer from Coach Kelly at FAU. Crazy exciting moment. I will never forget it. Means so much when a coach trust in you.

What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? I keep myself in shape by playing baseball and working out with my coaches.

What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has taught me how to overcome adversity and how to hold yourself accountable. Our Head Coach Beard teaches that.

What would you bring to a college team? I would bring energy, a player that loves the game, and constant love for my teammates.

What would you say are some of your strengths? A few of my strengths would be my arm strength throwing on run and leading my teammates and being able to escape the pockets.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? My coaches would describe me as s a team player and hard worker that thrives to win. Last year was a tough year for my team so I would want them to do everything I could to help my team do good this year. by: Labrea Richard

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ate Collins is a class of 2022 quarterback from Madison Central High School in Madison, Mississippi. Tate is 6’3 and weighs around 205 pounds with a bench press of 280. Collins is known to be one of the best quarterbacks in Mississippi. He can deliver an accurate pass to any part of the field using his flawless arm strength.

With a 4.0 GPA and a 21 on the ACT, Tate is committed to academic excellence as much as any other student.

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What things are you looking for most in a football program? The things that I look for in a football program are family/ brotherhood type atmosphere and a winning culture What motivated you to get into playing this sport? I wouldn’t say anything really motivated me to get into the sport. I started out young with flag football and really enjoyed it. The next year I started tackle and once the hitting started, I fell in love with the game.

What does football mean to you? To me, football means completely destroying the team across from you. Once the whistle blows, I want them to be thinking they have no business being on the field with us. I really feel like I need to show people my talent and have them thinking ‘who is that kid’?

tate collins quarterback Madison central high madison, ms ht: 6’3” wt: 205 gpa: 4.0 act: 21 class: 2022

What’s your favorite thing about your position? Well, I play quarterback, and my favorite thing about it is having the ball in my hands every play. I feel like if the ball is in my hands, I can always make something happen.

With that being said, I am an athlete, and I love to hit and read plays from safety.

What would you say are your main strengths on the field? My main strengths are speed, elusiveness, vision, and the ability to anticipate.

Three words to describe yourself. Confident, passionate, motivated. I feel like many people mistake me for arrogant, but I am just very passionate about what I do.

How do you balance your schoolwork and football? I have never really had any trouble with balancing schoolwork and football. I also play soccer and run track, so I stay pretty busy. Schoolwork comes first, then reward myself with sports after.

Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? Don’t really have one.

If I had to go with anyone it would be Taysom Hill. I feel like my game resembles his.

What would you like to major in? Business What’s been the highlight of your football career? The highlight of my football career so far is being moved up to play high school as a 9th grader.

What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? Workout six days a week and eat healthy What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has taught me how to be disciplined, brotherhood and also how to compete.

What would you bring to a college team? I would bring competitiveness, work ethic, leadership, and drive.

What would you say are some of your strengths? Athleticism and iq How do you prepare for an upcoming game? Watch film all week long, focus up on the game plan and execute in practice. Then go execute it in the game.

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How did you even get into football? Is there anything specific that motivated you to keep playing? Got into football just wanting to play sports because I loved them. Have always been told that I have what it takes in football and that has always pushed me to want to be great.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? I feel like my coaches and teammates would describe me as a leader by example, and a very competitive person.

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yan Nolan is a class of 2022 offensive guard for Deep Creek High School in Chesapeake, Virginia. Ryan measures in at 6’3” and 320 pounds which is great for the position. Ryan is adept at using his size and technique to make hole for runners and pass blocking. In the run game, Nolan is great at surging off the line and getting his hands on defensive lineman before they can react. On outside zones and sweeps, Nolan is mobile and able to pull and get to his spots to make the block with no problem. In the passing game, Nolan can be trusted to keep his man away from the quarterback for as long as needed to. Along with playing offensive guard, Ryan is also a capable offensive and defensive tackle. In the defensive tackle spot, Ryan fills his gaps and attacks the opposing lineman hard with his hands and is adept at stopping the run. Overall, Nolan is a hard -working, do-it-all lineman who always plays with a high motor and uses a solid technique to protect and defend.

What is your favorite lesson that you have learned in your football life? My favorite lesson is learning to fight through adversity and not giving up when times get tough. Another favorite lesson of mine is to be humble.

How would you describe your game? Physical from start to finish. I always play through the whistle.

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deep creek high chesapeake, virgina ht: 6’3” wt: 320 class of 2022

Who do you model your game after? I model my game after Quentin Nelson because he is a great leader and a hard worker. He may not be the biggest, but he makes sure to make up for it by always playing hard.

What made you want to play football? When I first played, I did not like it. After a while, I took the sport up again and fell in love with it.

My passion for the game grew as I got older and I wanted to compete.

What is your favorite aspect of the position you play? My favorite aspect of playing on the offensive line is how important the position is.

Making the blocks and protecting the ball is what I love. I like playing on the defensive line because I can be more creative to accomplish my goals.

How would you describe yourself as a person? I am a chill person; I am usually quiet and not doing too much for attention, but everyone likes to be around me.

What are your favorite hobbies outside of playing football? I like to play videogames and just hang out with my friends and I like to always stay active.

Why do you feel a college should take a chance on you? I feel like a college should take a chance on me because I am a hard worker. I just want to get better at my craft, and I do not have a big ego. I do not cause problems on or off the field, and I am a team player.

What sets you apart from other recruits? I do not let clout or rankings, or anything get to my head and make me have a big ego like a lot of other recruits. I will also do whatever is necessary for the team with no problem.

What are your strengths and weaknesses as a player? My strengths are that I always play hard, run and pass blocking as well. My weakness is that I sometimes allow my mistakes to haunt me and cause me to overthink on the field at times because I do not want to make more mistakes, so I get into my own head about little details.

How are you working to improve your weaknesses? I use mental techniques and try to remember that even the best players make mistakes at times, so I should not dwell on my mistakes and keep moving forward.

What characteristics do you look for most in a college? I look for a college that has a good coaching staff and I a family culture. I do not want to feel like it is just a business. I also want the best opportunity for development as a player and person.

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arlon Gunn Jr. is a Running back in the class of 2022. He plays for Scotlandville High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and in at 6ft and 212lbs.

Marlon is like a bull in the running game -big, strong, and hard to take down. The last thing he is scared of is contact. He will frequently lower his head to run over the defender if need be, and if not, he has a monstrous stiff arm that will do the trick. He is a very shifty runner too which gives him an unfair advantage over the opposing team. Gunn has the good patience to wait for running lanes to open up. Once they do, he uses his cutting ability and his great breakaway speed to secure the house call. Besides from running the ball, he offers great catching ability as well. The running back prospect has shown to have some route running abilities coming out of the back field as well as amazing hands to catch the ball with confidence.

Marlon Gunn Jr. would make a great addition to any college roster with his toughness and low center of gravity, as well as his leadership on and off the field.

Do you have any hobbies outside of football? I cut hair, just for money in my pocket. It is like a side hustle I do just to keep some change in my pocket.

When did you start playing football? I started at 7. I started watching pro football and seeing the money that they would make, and I was like if I can do that, I want to play football. I like the opportunity that came with it.

What NFL player would you compare your game to? Le’Veon Bell, people compare me to him. Not just because of my numbers, but because of how I run the ball.

What is your favorite thing about your position? You get the ball a lot, you do not have to worry about going for the long pass and dropping it, the quarterback just hands it to you, and you get to do what you do. You do not have to worry about anybody interfering with you or anything What is your favorite aspect of your game? My stiff arm, I like to get people out my way. I am more of a power back What is your favorite play to run? I like stretches, because the cut back lanes get open and there is nothing but open field ahead.

What are some team and personal goals you have for next season? Winning the state championship and getting everybody their shine, I want everybody to get time in the spotlight. Personally, I want 20 touchdowns and 1,500 rushing yards. I could not get it last year with the shortened season, so I want to try to get it this year.

What are three words that best describe you? Respectful, honest, trustworthy.

What would you bring to a college team? I would bring anything they need like energy. All I can do is add on to the talent that they already have.

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eenan Jackson is a class of 2023 Wide Receiver/Defensive Back for Aldine MacArthur High School in Houston, Texas.

At 6’2” 170 lbs., Keenan has the ideal build to play on both sides of the ball. The dual position athlete can make plays with the ball in his hands, or in the defensive back position stopping the opponents rushing game and making quarterbacks regret throwing it his way. Keenan’s quick play recognition helps him consistently make plays. The athlete’s tremendous intelligence on the field transfers to the class as he has a 3.8 GPA. Still early in his high school career, you can expect Keenan Jackson to have a bright future.

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Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I chose to play football because my mom got me into it when I was around 6 to keep me out of trouble.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me how to compete, to never give up, and to keep pushing even when you don’t feel like it you’re progressing.

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Would you consider yourself a RAC (Run After Catch), Possession, or a go up and get it type of receiver? I’m primarily a go up and get it type of receiver, but I can be all three types.

Do you act as an agile receiver who avoids contact, or do you not shy away from it? I don’t shy away from any form of contact.

As a Wide Receiver, what is your favorite route to run? Why? My favorite route is a go route so I can jump up and make a play on the ball.

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Would you rather have the corner press up, or play off of you? It doesn’t matter, but I prefer for them to play off.

Houston, TX Ht: 6’2” Wt: 170 GPA: 3.8 class of 2023

How do you think playing safety has made you a better receiver and vice versa? Playing safety has helped me become a better receiver with my timing on routes and getting better angles to gain more yards.

Would you consider yourself to be more of a hard hitter tackler or a conservative one? I would consider myself to be more of a conservative tackler.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? I would say my game mirrors Justin Jefferson.

Does your jersey number hold any significance to you? My number is 3 because I have three brothers.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, what and how have they helped you? I run track, more specifically I do high jump long jump and run the 400. Both long jump and high jump make me more explosive and have a higher vertical.

Outside of sports, do you have any hobbies you like to do? In my free time, I like to fish.

What your favorite pre-game song to listen to? My favorite pre game song is Crossroads by NBA Youngboy In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? The best aspect of my game is my length and my hands.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your sophomore season? I didn’t really get to work out with the team in the weight room and lost the opportunity to gain chemistry with my teammates.

What are some goals for your junior year? I want to good catches and be 1st team all-district.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my dad.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? I don’t have a specific time but to get through any hard times, I just remember what one of my coaches had said, “always said never give up, keep fighting no matter the score.”

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ax Reese is a wide receiver in the class of 2022 for Fenwick high school in Oak Park, Illinois. Reese stands in at 6’3” and 200 lbs., this build makes him an absolute threat for any offense. Reese uses his size and makes impossible catches over anyone who tries to defend against him. His size makes the perfect complement to his amazing skills and speed; this is displayed in film as he torches defenses downfield. Running a 4.5 second 40 yard dash, it seems as though no defender stands a chance guarding him man to man. His hard work and success carry into his schoolwork as he is currently posting a 3.3 GPA. With the nearly endless potential, Max Reese should definitely be a player to lookout for next season.

max reese fenwick high wide reciver oak park, Il ht: 6’3” wt: 200 gpa: 3.3 class of 2022

When did you start playing football and what got you into it?

Started playing in 2nd grade in Dallas with flag football, I just enjoyed playing with my friends. Then I moved to Chicago and noticed I was better than most kids. I stopped playing for a while and then one of the coaches got me back into it my sophomore year and I have fallen in love with the game.

Favorite moment of your career so far? My favorite moment was our Nazareth game, the bus ride there was awesome, and the game was great as well.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most?

DK Metcalf and AJ brown.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball, it really helped with my conditioning, my jumping ability, and also my competitive edge.

Do you have any pregame rituals? One thing I always do before anything is pray for safety during my practice or game and I always eat pasta.

Going into your Junior season, what are you looking forward to?

I’m excited to show people the work I have put it since last year, I’m understand the game now, my footwork is better, I’m faster and just an overall better player since then.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “A man is not who he says he is, he is who he hides,” and “why would you want to average, you’re the best of the worst and the worst of the best.”

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? They will get a diamond in the rough, I’m very underrated, I have the mindset that if I’m competing against another person for a spot I am never going to lose and I’m not settling for anything.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? Coach Gene Nudo got me back into football, also my dad pushes me to be the best player that I can be, and I appreciate him for that.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? The way I view the game as a whole.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My physical ability and my hands, I never drop passes. I’m also not afraid to be hit, I embrace contact.

Would you consider yourself a possession, speed, or route running specialist? A physical receiver with a lot of speed.

Do you prefer to be pressed by the DB or not? I like both, but if they press then I’m going to outmuscle you, and if you play off then you give me the inside and an easy catch.

Favorite route? Post and slants.

Favorite skill move in open field? I like all of them, but my favorite is stiff arms.

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ach Atkins is a class of 2022 Wide Receiver for Blue Valley Southwest High School in Overland Park, Kansas. Atkins stands in at 6’4 and 200 lbs., this build makes him an absolute threat for defenses on any kind of pass. His ability to win 50/50 balls is just unfair, DBs stand no chance and should prepare themselves to be on a highlight reel. His size is not the only thing that Atkins uses though, he also had the ability to gain separation from any defender. With his route running ability and speed, he leaves defenders lost and frustrated as Atkins walks into the endzone. His work on the football field does not outshine his work in the classroom though, as he currently has a 3.7 GPA. Atkins has shown that he is an exciting player to watch, and we should be excited to see what he will do in this upcoming season.

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing in fifth grade and then I fell in love with the sport, the physicality, and everything about it.

Favorite moment of your career so far? Winning back-to-back regional Championships.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? My style of play is like Mike Evans, we both have big frames, run crisp routes, and can both win contested passes.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Lacrosse, it helps a lot with conditioning also helps with my agility and quickness.

Do you have any pregame rituals? Before games I pray and listen to my playlist.

Going into this season, what are you looking forward to? I’m looking forward to being a team captain I’m excited to lead the team.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “Everything negative-pressure, challenges -- is all an opportunity for me to rise.” - Kobe Bryant.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? I’m an extremely hard worker, I’m a team first player, I’m organized on the field and in the classwork.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? My motivation is improving every day to become a better player and person.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? My ability to hold guys accountable, when they do something great or something not great, every team needs a good leader to be great and I think I fill that role.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My parents, trainer, and coaches, they want me to be the best player and person I can be, and without their support I wouldn’t be where I’m at today.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My size, I’m a big size matchup against most corners, I think I do everything well, I got good speed, size and everything.

Would you consider yourself a possession, speed, or route running specialist?

In our offense I’m best at the deep ball, if you throw it up to me, I’m going to catch it.

Do you prefer to be pressed by the DB or not? It really depends on the situation, there are some situations or routes where I like to be pressed, but it really depends.

Favorite route? I love most routes, but my favorites are fades and posts.

Favorite skill move in open field? I use my size and speed to juke, I also throw a stiff arm in there.

Inside or outside routes? Inside route, there is more space to operate and run.

What is the best catch you’ve had made in game? In our regional game, it was a 75-yard pass, and I went up against 2 defenders and scored.

What are you thinking pre snap? I’m cool calm and collected, I’m seeing how the DB is playing and I make a plan on how I’m going to run this route.

What are some things you want to work on most at receiver? There is always room to improve in everything, but the main thing is getting bigger stronger and faster.

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avier Simmons is a class of 2022 linebacker from Northwest Guilford High School in Greensboro, North Carolina. Xavier is 6’3 and weighs around 225 pounds with a bench press of 265. Simmons is long, athletic, and quick off of the edge. He also has great cover skills and is known for his run defense. Xavier is currently ranked a four-star athlete but with the way he has played this year it is bound to go up. Lastly Simmons does whatever it takes in the classroom to keep his 3.0 GPA. What things are you looking for most in a football program?

The things I am looking for most in a program are a good campus life good academics good system and relationship with coaches What motivated you to get into playing this sport? Watching the NFL and college at a young age motivated me to want to play.

I wanted to be there one day.

What does football mean to you? I love football. Always watching and studying the game. It means a lot to me.

What’s your favorite thing about your position? My favorite thing about playing linebacker is creating chaos on the field for the opponent.

What would you say are your main strengths on the field? My main strengths are my athleticism, instincts and ability to blitz.

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Three words to describe yourself. 3 words that describe me are loyal, humble and competitive.

How do you balance your schoolwork and football? School is always first. I make sure I get my homework done before practice.

Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? My favorite current athlete is Lamar Jackson. I’m a big raven’s fan.

northwest guilford high greensboro, north carolina

ht: 6’3” wt: 265 gpa: 3.1 class of 2022

What would you like to major in? I would like to Major in business.

What’s been the highlight of your football career? Highlight of my football career was playing varsity Freshman year.

What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? I lift a lot in the offseason. I also play basketball and track to stay busy What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has taught me how to deal with adversity and to never give up.

What would you bring to a college team? I would bring to a college team a playmaker who can do many different things on the field. Also be a great teammate.

What would you say are some of your strengths? My strengths are my speed athleticism and Strength.

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How did you even get into football? Is there anything specific that motivated you to keep playing? Just playing the game at recess back in elementary school to be honest. I found it so fun and pretty much begged my parents to sign me up for youth football and it pretty much took off from there. Also watching NFL and college made me want to play.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? My teammates and coaches would describe me as a fun guy to be around and a guy you can trust on the field. by: Labrea Richard

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Chris Simmons is a class of 2022 DE for DeQuincy high school in DeQuincy, LA. Simmons is 6’4, weighs 210lbs, and sports a 3.1 GPA. He plays with great effort and has a high motor. When watching his film, something you’ll notice is that he never gives up on a play; you’ll see him making tackles 20 plus yards down the field as a DE. He has the versatility to play WR and TE and also does track and plays basketball. Simmons was an honorable mention all-district DE and was invited to the Gridiron Football All-Star bowl game How long have you been playing football? Since little league.

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Do you play any other sports? Yes i play basketball and run track.

Why do you choose to play TE and DE? Because it’s the position I’m best at and value the most.

What is the most important part of playing TE and DE? Hand placement and being able to covert speed to power.

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What position do you think you are best at and perfer to play? Defensive End.

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What position do you see yourself playing at the next level?

Defensive End.

dequincy high dequincy, la ht: 6’4” wt: 220 gpa: 3.2 class: 2022

Is there a player you can compare yourself to? Jj watt because of his explosiveness and energy.

Do you look up to anyone? I feel as if every player has an idol and mine is Troy Polamalu.

What are you doing to get better? Putting in work everyday and holding myself accountable for my mistakes.

Do you have any goals for this season? Yes sir, to be the best player and teammate i possibly can be for myself and my team and always put god first.

Why should colleges give you a chance? Because there might be bigger more stronger defensive ends out there, but they don’t have the drive and determination I have to outwork me.

What stands out about the way you play? I’m very flashy and explosive off the ball and I can make plays that bigger more bulky defensive ends can’t make.

What is your favorite part about playing DE and TE? Just the feeling of beating a dude way bigger than you off the line or driving him back is always a great feeling.

What has playing football taught you? To be a responsible as a person and take accountability for all of my actions good or bad.

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What sets you apart from others? My work ethic and determination towards being a great athlete.

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ac Willingham is a running back for Liberty North High School, in Liberty, Missouri. Standing in at 6’0 and 200 lbs., Willingham seems nearly impossible to take down. Tanking through opposing defenses seemed to be his specialty as he averaged 7.7 yards per carry. His size is not the only thing defenses have to worry about, he is also incredibly fast, running a 4.5-second 40-meter dash! This combo of size and speed is what helped him lead his team to a 9-3 season while he recorded over 1500 offensive yards and 22 touchdowns.

His stats on the football field are not the only impressive thing that he did in high school, he was also an ideal student-athlete, posting a 3.8 GPA! Willingham has proved that he can be a threat on the grid-iron as well as being great in the classroom; it will be exciting to see what this Class of 2021 graduate will do in the future.

When did you start playing football and what got you into it? I started playing at 5, my brother got me into it playing with me in the backyard, my dad also pushed me to play.

Favorite moment of your career so far? Junior year going 11-0 or making it to state semis.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? Derrick Henry and some people say, Kareem Hunt.

zac willingham running back liberty north high liberty, missouri ht: 6’ wt: 200 gpa: 3.8 class of 2021

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you add to your game? Track, adds breakaway speed, getting the first step on the defender, endurance, agility.

Do you have any pre-game rituals? I listen to rap music, but my favorite artist is Lil Baby.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? A hard determined worker, and a leader.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? Trying to reach the goal I made as a kid, I want to be better than the person I was yesterday.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? A quiet leader, I lead without yelling at people, rather I fix the problems.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My dad, brother, and trainer.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? My grades.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My vision, seeing holes develop, and being patient.

What sets you apart from other players in your position? My size and physicality.

Would you consider yourself an elusive back, power back, or receiving back? I think I’m more of a power back, but I can make elusive moves as well.

Do you try to avoid contact or do you embrace it? I will embrace contact for the first three quarters, then when they are worn down I make cuts and expose the defense.

Favorite play to run? Outside trap, this play gives me more range to make cutbacks, gives me more freedom to do what I want to do with the play.

What is your favorite skill move to do? It really depends, I will do stiff arms on smaller players cause normally they are weaker, but against bigger players, I will do jukes and spin moves.

Do you like running up the middle or to the outsides? When I was younger I liked running to the outside more, but as I have grown up I like running inside runs more now.

Favorite part of playing running back? Being able to have the ball in my hands, I also have the freedom to do what I want to get to the end zone.

What are you thinking pre-snap/ beginning of the play? Looking at linebackers moving, seeing which safeties are shifting, what the corners stance is, seeing if the linebackers are blitzing, who is in my gap, and anticipating what they will do.

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lake Purchase is a Class of 2023 Outside Linebacker for Cherry Creek High School in Greenwood Village, Colorado.

Even as a Sophomore, Blake has the ideal build to rush the quarterback and cause chaos in the backfield at 6’4” 210 lbs.

Purchase has an elite combination of speed and strength that makes him nearly impossible to block. Something that separates Blake from his peers is his quick play recognition that allows him to make a play on the ball. He can be seen swatting balls down at the line of scrimmage, or even intercepting the ball off a screen pass. On a week by week basis, he is a nightmare for offensive coordinators to game plan for. Overall, Blake Purchase is a hardworking and talented pass rusher that would be an asset to any team that he plays on.

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Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I was influenced to play from my older brother, and I started playing around the age of 5.

What life skills has football taught you over time? I think football really teaches you how to take instruction more specificall, constructive criticism, you realize the coaches are only trying to make you better.

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cherry creek high greenwood village, colorado

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Would you consider yourself to be more of a hard hitting or a conservative tackler? To be honest I am more of a conservative tackler, I just like to make the play.

I see you often play off the edge, what’s your favorite move to get past offensive lineman? My favorite move is a double swipe to get the offensive lineman off of me.

What do you look for as soon as the offense snaps the ball? With me, I try to see if it’s a run or pass, get my hands on the offensive lineman and see what I need to do.

As a Linebacker, what’s your favorite blitz to run? Probably just an All-out blitz.

What gap do you prefer to shoot? Outside or C gap.

What kind of linebacker do you see yourself as? I see myself as a speedy and lengthy linebacker that can also guard the pass.

In your film, you often make plays on screen passes, what are some things that you look for to tell if it’s a screen? This year there’s been a big emphasis to identify screens in practice, you can tell if it’s a screen when the offensive lineman doesn’t block you.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? Von Miller and Khalil Mack Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how did it help you improve your skills as a pass rusher? I play Basketball, Basketball has helped my speed and reaction time, pass rushing is all about reaction.

I see that you’re a two-time state champion, what do those rings mean to you? The first ring I didn’t play that much, 2nd ring means more because I had a impactful position on the team.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? My speed and hands.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your sophomore season? I think it was pretty positive, it helped me get bigger, stronger, faster, don’t think I would be in the position I’m in right now without it.

Do you have any goals for your senior season? Win another state championship, last year I had 7 sacks and I want to get 10 sacks and be more impactful on the team as a leader.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? My dad, he played college basketball and I got the opportunity to see how hard he worked.

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rody Glenn is a class of 2022 wide receiver for Bishop Luers High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Glenn stands in at 6’1 and 175 lbs., this build allows him to be very versatile and excel in every aspect at receiver. While watching his film it is evident that no defenders are able to keep up with him, which makes sense since he ran a 4.57 40-yard dash. His speed isn’t the only thing DBs fear from Glenn, his route running often ends with defenders on the ground or 10 yards behind him. If all of this wasn’t enough to convince you that he is elite, his stats this season might do it as he racked up 1265 yards and 16 touchdowns! As Brody Glenn enters his senior season, we are excited to see him prove himself and maybe even end his high school journey with a ring.

When did you start playing football and why? Started playing around 7, my dad wanted me to play and watching NFL pushed me and helped me fall in love with the game.

Favorite moment of your career so far? Sectional Championship, it was a sort of revenge game from last year, I had a good game with 4 touchdowns and a good team win.

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bishop luers high fort wayne, indiana ht: 6’1” wt: 175 class of 2022

What current or past player do you think you play like the most?

Courtland Sutton and Justin Jefferson because I have good speed and great route running.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball, it helped me with my footwork and agility, helped me be shifty and helped be competitive.

Do you have any pregame rituals? Before games after school, I go home, and I watch an episode of sponge bob, I also put some oil, that my grandmother gave me, on my hands and knees.

Going into this season, what are you looking forward to? I’m looking forward to winning our conference, since we lost state this year, we are going to grind and make it back to get a ring.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “I hated every minute of training, but I said: Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.” - Muhammed Ali. What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? I try to outwork everyone, and I love the game, I would never give up on it. I’m also a team player and will do anything to win.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? To get to the next level and play D1 football, also the state loss hurt, and I want to get back up there, also I want to play good for my grandma.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I won’t let my teammates slack off; I’m trying to make everyone better.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My dad, he always watched me play and helped show me different receivers to watch.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? I don’t live like most high schoolers would, I never party and I have a small group of friends.

What do you think the best part of your game is? Route running, my separation skills are super good.

Would you consider yourself a possession, speed, or route running specialist? Route running specialist but I can beat DBs overtop as well.

Do you prefer to be pressed by the DB or not? Doesn’t really matter, but I like when they press so I can make a release and get open, I like to be physical at the line.

Favorite route? Post corner.

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rody Reina is a 2022 Wide Receiver prospect out of St. Paul’s high school in Covington, Louisiana. Brody, at 6ft and 180lbs, has impeccable route running skills and always seems to get separation from the defender on every play. He is more than just a route runner as he has respectable speed and can surprise many as a deep threat. The 6ft receiver has nice hands to real in most passes thrown his way, as well as the ability to concentrate and adjust his body to better suit where the ball will be in order to make the grab. Lastly, Brody is a willing and capable blocker on the edges for his teammates as well. Brody Reina is a skilled football player, but is also a scholar in the classroom with an incredible 4.5 GPA and a 34 ACT score.

Tell me about yourself, what are some things you’re into? Any hobbies? Besides football, I like to fish a lot and hang out with family and friends, we like to just play games of pickup basketball.

I also read a lot, right now I am just reading a lot of schoolbooks to get ready for school.

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st paul high covington, louisiana ht: 6’ wt: 180 gpa: 4.5 act: 34 class of 2022

When did you start playing football? What made you get into it? I started playing when I was 6 at the Coquille parks in Madisonville. I used to play soccer out there, but when I saw other kids play football out there I wanted to do it. My dad played football in high school and college too, so I wanted to be like him. He used to play Running Back and Middle Line Backer at UNC under coach Brown. We went back up there a couple years ago and saw the facility, it was pretty cool.

How is recruiting going? It is good, it has slowly been picking up. I have mostly ivy school looking at me like Dartmouth, Brown, Yale, Columbia, Harvard. Louisiana Tech, too. I have not taken any visits yet though because of covid. I think I am going to a bunch of different colleges this summer though. I am not really picky either, distance does not matter. I want to see what offers roll through and pick what feels right for me.

It seems like you are pretty book smart, how do you go about handling that school – work relationship? For me, I am lucky because I do not have to study too much. I just do homework after practicing usually, it does not take too long. I usually do not have to study either, just for about 10-15 minutes. My parents tell me I will have to do a lot more studying than that in college.

What motivates you to get out and practice every day? What is your why? Really, I just love to compete. I do not like to lose.

I want to be the best at whatever I try to do. I love football and I just want to play it for as long as I can. I really just play for the enjoyment of the game Is there anybody that you look up to/aspire to be? I like my dad; I look up to him. He played football in college and did pretty well for himself, he has a food family, and he is a good man. I just looked up to him since I was little.

What NFL player do you try to model your game around? I like watch players who run really good routes. So, I watch Stephon Diggs, Amari Cooper, Adam Thielen, and Keenan Allen. Stephon Diggs is who I try to model my game after though. Another guy I loved watching was Justin Jefferson at LSU and in the NFL.

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What has football taught you about life and yourself in general? It taught me a lot. It taught me to deal with tough things and push through mental and physical pain. It taught me how to deal with tough situations and how to dig yourself out of that hole, to never giving up, to keep on pushing back and fighting, and it just taught me the meaning of hard work. If you really want something you really have to work for it, it is not just going to be handed to you.

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houston county high warner robins, georgia ht: 5’8” wt: 180 class of 2022

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ryce Davis is a Running Back prospect from Warner Robins, GA that attends Houston Country High School. Davis is listed at 5’8 180lbs. He is a dual-position athlete with the ability to play the Strong Safety position as well as his natural Running Back Position. He has a speedy side to him as he showed signs of burst on his Hudl Tape. Davis had a promising highlight tape showing that he was a key contributor on his Varsity Special Teams unit. He made several key plays including a forced fumble, a couple fumble recoveries, and several tackles made on opposing returners. With a combination of Davis’ capable speediness as well as his tough-nosed tackling skills, he can definitely be used on some collegiate teams next Fall 2022. There is a firm belief that the best is yet to come for Mr. Davis. He has a background in Track and Field as he is an All-Hurdle Specialist and a 4x1 participant on his High School track team. Bryce Davis has one more season in High School to prove to college coaches why he is built to play on Saturday nights on the college level. Keep an eye out for his name because he has the potential to raise an eyebrow or two.

At what age did you begin playing football and what motivated you to play? I’ve been playing football since 2nd grade flag football and then I played tackle football for the first time in 3rd grade. I was always running around as a little kid and I was pretty big for my age, so I tried out football and it became my thing.

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general once you started playing? The main thing that football taught me is that nothing comes easy, even if it’s “expected”, you always have to work for it. It inspired toughness and motivation in me to keep going for a goal bigger than myself.

Are you a leader on your team? If so, have you been able to bring any of those leadership skills from the field to your everyday life? I’d say I am a leader [because I’m an upcoming senior] as well as what I do on and off the field. I hold myself accordingly. I’ve led plenty of people, on and off the field, but mainly in the classroom. I find myself being more of a leader there more than anything.

As a leader on your team, you must be a role model for your fellow underclassmen teammates? Can you tell me some advice that you would give to your underclassmen teammates who look up to you as a leader on the team, being a Senior RB prospect that is heading to play college football? Underclassmen are actually my favorite people to lead because I have already been through what they are about to go through. I just show them the right direction in life (and football) by making sure that they’re okay and that someone’s looking out for them. Both of those things are very important to me. I can tell that most of them look up to me because they see what I’m doing as a prospect, and it makes them want to do more for themselves. It makes them want to get to this point and it’s exciting to see the impact that I have on the young talent.

Who is a role model in the NFL (at your position) that you feel reflects your game? That’s a tough question but I’d have to say Adrian Peterson.

In his prime, he was a speed back but also a physical back. I think he describes my game a lot but also a bit of Christian McCaffrey. I say that because I’m also very good in passing game. Also, Adrian’s longevity to still be in the league after so long as a Running back is amazing.

What was your biggest highlight/play so far in your High School career? Probably my play against Lee County. I actually had two big runs but I didn’t score on the first one so I would definitely say the second one (the Touchdown run).

With Highlights comes accolades, what can you tell me about your best season in High School? What led up to it? Honestly it was COVID and the Quarantine. It worked wonders for me. I just came out so much better.

I worked zoom meetings, workouts, running, and so many things. It just all led up to it and I will have more in store for next season because I’ll be starting off the season playing Running back compared to getting switched mid-season.

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am Jones is a 6’3” 195lbs. defensive end out of Roosevelt High School in Sioux Falls, SD. As an incoming senior for the 2021 season, Cam has high expectations for himself and a dedicated work ethic. As a defensive end Cam is explosive off the line and makes pass plays miserable for opposing teams, disrupting most of them.

His speed and agility make stopping the run and making plays just as easy.

With his 3.0 GPA and commitment to constantly improving himself and his team, it comes as no surprise that Cam is also a part of the 2020 South Dakota 11AAA All-Star team.

What did football teach you about yourself of life once you began playing? What it taught me about life is that it’s not always going to be easy or fair and it’s mostly taught me a lot about myself. I’ve been able to do a lot of things I didn’t think I’d be able to do. Like when you have to push through the fourth quarter and you’re playing for the people besides you and the fans around you and you’ve just got to dig deep into yourself and realize how bad you want to be successful in your life.

Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport? Definitely my grandpa. He’s a hard worker and he’s worked all his life. He’s 72 right now and still does side work and manual labor. And he’s been so caring as long as I’ve known him. I love playing for him, he’s always watching me and he’s my biggest supporter every day.

Cam Jones Defensive End Roosevelt High Sioux Falls, SD HT: 6’3” WT: 195 Class of 2021 GPA: 3.0

What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? It’s definitely got to be the Harrisburg game my junior year. It was their homecoming, and they were undefeated, and we were undefeated, and we were going against a Minnesota commit quarterback Jacob Knuth and he’s the real deal and that game was kind of my breakout game. I had three and a half sacks, it was Friday night lights, and that was my first experience when I realized “Wow I’m really in it now”. Just being able to get to him three times and win D-lineman of the game and get nominated for player of the week, I couldn’t have asked for anything better than that type of game and atmosphere.

Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? I’m involved in baseball and that honestly helps me with mental toughness because in baseball you’re going to fail a lot. The question I always ask myself is can I keep my composure on the mound or if I have a bad game hitting, can I bounce back? It really teaches me a lot about myself and how mentally tough I am.

Outside of sports do you have any hobbies or passions that you do in your free time and what about them do you enjoy the most? A hobby of mine every night, after I study and start winding down, is to get online and play some Fortnite with my friends. We still like to mess around and play it. We’re not gamers so we’re not playing it all the time, but whenever we have free time we’ll hop on and say you know what, lets just play for fun.

Do you have a favorite athlete, college or Nfl, that you look up to? Oh it’s definitely got to be Lavonte David. He’s definitely one of the best linebackers in football right now, I’d say. He really flies under the radar and doesn’t make a lot of noise outside of the game, but when you watch him play he’s everywhere on the field, covering big tight ends like Travis Kelce and locking him up or he’s in the backfield getting a sack whenever you need him to and I just love watching him play.

What current player, college or NFL, do you think reflects your play stile the most? It’s probably Kayvon Thibodeaux from Oregon. He’s just a fast pass rusher off the edge and he’s going to get to the quarterback whenever he can. He’s not the biggest D-lineman on the field but he’s still going to give you everything he has and stop you in the run. He’s going to get to the quarterback almost every pass play and make that disruption.

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hase Hendricks is a Wide Receiver in the Class of 2023 for St. Mary’s High School in Saint Louis, Missouri.

With a build of 5’11” and 185lbs., Hendricks has become a nightmare for opposing defenses with his incredible speed and quickness. His ability to explode off the snap and make separation from the defense is next level, once he gets into open field, nobody is able to catch him. If you are able to keep up with him, good luck tackling him, his agility and shiftiness in open field makes him nearly impossible to tackle and take down. Hendricks is a very unselfish player and takes pride in his blocking ability as he is often seen walling off defensive players allowing his team to progress downfield. Hendricks is only a sophomore in high school and has already proved that he is an elite player and should be a player to look out for in the future.

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing football when I was 5, my older brother got me into it, when I was younger, I would go to his practices and just throw the ball around and then I fell in love with the sport.

Chase Hendricks Wide receiver St. Mary’s High Saint Louis, Missouri Ht: 5’11” WT: 185 Class of 2023

Favorite moment of your career so far? When I was 13, we won a Super Bowl and I had 2 Touchdowns. In the first half of the game, I was wearing one pair of cleats and the ref called back a touchdown and so I changed cleats at half, and we won. It was also like a revenge game because they beat us the season before.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? I would have to say like DK Metcalf, with my size, Odell with the routes, and Jarvis Laundry, I think we play similar.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball, I think it helped with my IQ, in basketball you have to see the court, it also helps with stamina.

Going into your Junior season, what are you looking forward to? I’m looking forward to winning state, this year I think we got robbed because of Covid, so next year I think we are winning state. I want 1000 yards 20+ touchdowns and more college offer.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “No matter how you feel during the day, the sun will always rise in the morning” What do you think a college would get out of you as a player?

They are going to get a good blocker, I’m not selfish, they will always get my 100%.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? I think of my mom, I know she gets up and works hard so I do the same thing.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I’m a good blocker, I help my boys out on the field, if they are doing something wrong, I try to pick them up and help them, and If they don’t know a play, I will help them out with that.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My dad.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes and what is the best part of your game? I think I view the game different; some people think of it as playing, I think of it as a way out. My route running and separation, my hand, I can catch anything my way.

What are you thinking pre-snap? I’m thinking about their coverage, looking at their safety, then I’m looking at the corner depending on if they are outside or inside. When I’m at the slot I look at the linebackers, I just look at the defense.

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ole Poirrier is a Quarterback prospect in the 2022 class and plays for the St. Amant Gators out of St. Amant, Louisiana.

Cole, who is 6’3 and weighs 200lbs, has an incredible mixture of both arm strength and running ability. The Quarterback has shown off his cannon for an arm plenty of times, making bombs down field look effortless. However, Cole is more than just a strong arm.

He is a willing runner and does not shy away from lowering his shoulder to fight for extra yardage. When under pressure in the pocket, Poirrier has shown amazing escapability and can extend plays with the best of them. Overall, the 6’3 Quarterback is an electric prospect and is a fun watch on film.

Cole Poirrier Quarterback

St. Amant high St. Amant, Louisiana

Ht: 6’3” WT: 200 Class of 2022

Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into? Any hobbies? Really, I just like to hang out with friends. Most of my hobbies are playing sports and competing. I play sports year-round, and I love it. I like to go out with my friends, play with my dog, and just have a good time. I would say I am a lowkey type of guy.

When did you start playing football? What made you get into it? I started playing when I was around 4 or 5, I fell in love with it, I have always loved it. My dad played college football at Nicholls, he played Wide Receiver. I was kind of just born into it. Ever since I was young, I have always had a passion for football and just loved playing it ever since I was a little kid.

Did you start out playing any other position? I was a running back all the way till my 7th grade year. The year before my 7th grade year was my first time playing Quarter Back . We did not do too much passing, so I was pretty much just a running Quarter Back. It was in my 7th grade year that we started passing more and I became more of a passing Quarter Back.

How is recruiting going? So far, recruiting has been decent. I got a couple looks from different schools. I am hoping to get some offers my senior year and just find that one school that I want to go to. I am not really picky, one of the top colleges would be ULL and Nichols. I have been getting some love from some of those other schools but I have not done any visits yet.

What motivates you to get out and practice every day? What is your why? I love to compete, always have. Football just brings out the best in me. I just love to compete against other people, I just love everything about football. It is just something that has always been in me, always have had a passion for the game. I do not really play the game for anybody, I play out of enjoyment of the game.

Is there anybody that you look up to/aspire to be? Peyton manning has always been my guy that I loved in the NFL, I just loved his work ethic and mind set. I have felt like he has always played the game the right way, how it is meant to be played. I liked his mindset, how he was always afraid to be outplayed. I have just always loved that.

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Football teaches me a lot of things, it taught me to be a better person and to have work ethic. With no work ethic, you are not getting anywhere. If you want something, you are going to have to go get it.

Football taches a lot of good life lessons. It also taught me how to play together as a team and work good with other people. It taught me that I can accomplish whatever I want to if I work for it. I have always looked up to St. Amant, I was in disbelief that I was the Quarter Back. I worked my butt off in 10th grade and I got to play Quarter Back for them, and it made me want to work and get better. It taught me how good of a competitor I can be.

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raylin Presley is a class of 2021 running back for Bixby High School in Bixby, Oklahoma. Braylin possesses great speed and agility and uses them to his advantage as he often makes multiple would-be tacklers miss with his cuts in the holes and the open field. Along with his physical gifts, Presley has good ball carrier vision that allows him to see the field and find running lanes and holes to run through. Presley measures in at 5’8 and weighs 168 pounds but any defender that manages to get a hand on Presley often finds that despite his size, Presley is a tough ball carrier and is not easy to take down. Braylin’s dangerous skillset also allows him to be used as a receiver and in the return game where he is a threat to take it to the house at any given time. With Braylin’s vision, speed and agility along with his toughness, he can be used creatively all over the field at the college level and hurt a defense on multiple levels. In addition to his play on the field, Presley also excels in the classroom and has a 3.0 GPA to boot.

What is your favorite lesson that you have learned in your football life? One thing that I have learned and is the most important is that football can only take you so far and you cannot play forever. It is wise to get your degree while in school and have a backup plan.

How would you describe your game? I am a dynamic player who can play running back that can also be a threat in the return game and as a receiver. I can play all over the field.

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Who do you model your game after? Someone I have looked up to and often been compared for a while is Tavon Austin because we have some similarities. But I do not really try to model my game after anyone because my goal is to be the first Braylin Presley. I want to be the player GOD made me to be.

What made you want to play football? Football runs in my family, so I naturally wanted to play as well and be the best.

What is your favorite aspect of the position you play? I love all aspects of the running back position so it is hard for me to pick out one part.

How would you describe yourself as a person? I can be a little energetic. I am the type of person who can be himself around anyone. I also try to keep myself busy at all times and stay productive.

What are your favorite hobbies outside of playing football? I like to bike and be outdoors. Pretty much anything I can do to be active.

Why do you feel a college should take a chance on you? I feel colleges should take a chance on me because of the work that has been put in over the years. I have the skill and ability to make an impact on a college team at any position. I am a danger anywhere on the field.

What sets you apart from other recruits? It varies on who the school is recruiting. A lot of recruits can do what I do, but I can be great in multiple ways and perfect each craft, however I need to.

What are your strengths and weaknesses as a player? My biggest strengths are my agility and speed. My weakness is pass-blocking.

How are you working to improve your weaknesses? I get in the weight room everyday and do different drills to improve my weakness.

What characteristics do you look for most in a college? Mainly the relationships I have with the coaches and how much of a home feel I get from a college. I want to be comfortable, but also be able to get work done.

What goals do you have for this year and beyond as a player and a person? I want to win all the awards and accolades I won this year again. As a person, I want to mature and become more independent as I get ready for college.

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arian Rosario is a class of 2022 offensive lineman for Lake Charles high school in Lake Charles, LA. Even at such a young age, Darian has such a great build for an offensive lineman at 5’10 260lbs. As a junior, Darian is experienced at his position and shows it through his explosiveness off the line and physical play style. This overwhelming force that Darian brings catches many defenders off guard, creating massive running opportunities for the Trailblazers. Whether it’s causing pancakes or creating a running lane, Darian rarely fails at making the right decision, heavily resulting in success for his team. With an overall GPA of a 3.0, it’s clear that Darian takes hard work seriously, on and off the field.

What did football teach you about yourself of life once you began playing? That you have to stay disciplined and stay patient with the game. You’re going to have ups and downs, but you just have to stay with it.

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Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport? My biggest role model is my mom because she is always pushing me to stay on top of my grades, work out, eat right, and go to the field and stays on top of me every single day.

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What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? My favorite memory is when we played Westlake in the second round of the playoffs on one of my pancake blocks. I picked one of the other guys up and made him do a backflip 360 degrees.

Lake Charles High Lake Charles, LA Ht: 5’10” WT: 260 GPA: 3.0 Class of 2022

Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? I did wrestling, but right now I am strictly doing workouts with coach Frank lifting weights and working on hip flexibility.

Do you have a favorite athlete, college or Nfl, that you look up to?

I look up to Quinton Nelson because my game is just like his game, he’s very physical at the point of attack, and that’s what I am too.

Outside of sports what are hobbies or passions you do in your free time and what about them do you like the most? I like to drive around and listen to music because for me music blocks everything else out so I just like to keep my headphones in and listen to it.

This past season was obviously very different with all of the Covid restrictions. What adjustments did your team have to make and how were you all able to overcome that? We weren’t able to all be in the locker room and we couldn’t practice as a team. It was a big transition for us but we had to pay past the. We saw each game as an opportunity to get away from all of the Covid restrictions and just play together.

The 2021 season is still a little far out, but is there anything that you are already looking forward to for next season? Yes, I’m looking forward to the same O-line from last year that took us to the semi-finals, the same D-line, the same defense, we just want a chance to get back to the semi-finals and go to state.

What’s some advice you would give to younger players that want to play high school football one day? Stay patient and stay disciplined. The game is going to come with ups and downs, you just have to stay with it and don’t give up.

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hase Kennedy is a Class of 2022 Defensive End for Episcopal School of Dallas in Dallas, Texas. Chase’s build at 6’4 225 lbs., makes him almost impossible to block when he is coming off the edge. He proved this last season by posting 11.5 sacks as a junior. However, Kennedy isn’t only just a pass rusher though, he can also stop the run by laying out running backs all across his district. The three star defensive end has such a great understanding of the game even at such a young age. He is often seen blowing up the play in the backfield before anything can get started. With his elite play recognition and speed off the edge, Chase Kennedy is a player to look out for in 2021.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start?

I started playing football when I was 4 or 5, and I chose it because football was one of the big sports in my area and I loved playing it.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me how to be a leader by either managing the team and making sure everyone is on track through games or in practice.

Would you consider yourself a speed rusher, power rusher, or a run stopper? And what’s your go to favorite move to get past offensive lineman?

Speed rusher can use my speed to stop the pass or the run. I like to use my speed cross chop and a jab inside move.

Do you see yourself as more of a hard-hitting tackler, or a conservative one? I would definitely see myself more as a hard-hitting tackler.

chase kennedy defensive end episcopal high dallas, texas ht: 6’4” wt: 225 class of 2022

What do you look for in the offensive line before the snap? Some offensive lineman put their hand down for a run play and a two-point stance for a pass.

You can also see it in the way they lean.

What technique do you prefer to line up in? Why? 5, because I’m on the outside can use my speed more.

In your film, I see you consistently running sideline to sideline and making plays, how important is playing to the whistle to you? It is very important. I always try to make the play. Effort and energy are things I live by.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? A combination of Chase Young, Yannick Ngakoue, Von Miller, and Joey Bosa.

What scheme would best utilize your talents? A 4-3, because I play defensive end, I like to go vertical and attack the quarterback.

How has playing basketball made you a better pass rusher? With my footwork and my head movement can throw offensive lineman off.

Does your jersey number (7) hold any significance to you? Just the number I have always worn since I was young, always been with me plus I’m a Michael Vick fan.

What advantages do you have with your build? My long arms stops tackles from holding me and with my tall stature I can see everything going on.

What’s your biggest accomplishment in your young career? Definitely the season I had last year, extreme growth from my sophomore season got me into the position I’m in today.

How did Covid-19 impact your junior season? For us, we only had a 5 game season, made me more hungry because I had less time than others.

Do you have any goals for your senior season? I want to win a state championship and help myself and my teammates play to our best ability, being a team captain to solidify my leadership. I also want to have 15 sacks At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? My mother raised me throughout everything always been me and her.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? Throughout my high school career, I lost two family members and I got though it by the people around me showing support.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of Chase Kennedy? A hardworking leader, a great pass rusher with a good work ethic who just wants it.

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ooper Ezard is a Wide Receiver in the class of 2021 for Camdenton High School in Camdenton, Missouri. With his build of 6’2” and 205 lbs. along with his exceptional skill, Ezard is a defensive coordinators worst nightmare. His versatility on the field is what makes him such a great player as he can block anyone on the field as well as being able to catch any ball thrown his way. His ability to win 50/50 balls is amazing and nearly no defender stands a chance against him once the ball is in the air. That not all though, he is also able to beat defenses overtop with his incredible speed and quickness. Ezard is the ideal do-it-all receiver and with all his potential, we should be excited to see what he can do in the future.

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When did you start playing football and why? My dad and my uncle both played at Missouri state, they both coach at my high school now, and ever since I was young, I was just brought up into football.

Favorite moment of your career so far? We have a hog that we run out of before games and running out of it is amazing, seeing all the fans before a big game is awesome.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? Our quarterback from sophomore year, Paxton DeLaurent, he showed me how to be a good leader and broke me out of my shell.

Cooper ezard wide receiver Camdenton High School Camdenton, Missouri Ht: 6’2” Wt: 205 Class of 2021

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Track, it adds flexibility and made me a lot faster.

Do you have any pregame rituals? I listen to a lot of Christian music and then before the games I will listen to pump up music.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? I have a vision board and pictures in my room, when I wake up the first thing, I see is all of these athletes and it motivates me to get up and keep working.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I was the team leader this year, so I have the ability to lead and speak to the team.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? Paxton helped me a lot, but I have pushed myself the most, I want to become the best player I can be.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? My uncle says, “you’re a punk, and that’s what makes a good football player.”

What do you think the best part of your game is? My hands and my footwork.

Would you consider yourself a possession, speed, or route running specialist? I’m fast and have great route running, but at the end of the day if the ball is in the air, it is always mine, I will always pull it down.

Do you prefer to be pressed by the DB or not? I like press coverage, I like looking at the DB pre-snap, I also like being physical at the line and making my release.

Do you like going up against man or zones more? Man coverage.

Favorite route? I like a back shoulder fade or a post.

What is your favorite skill move in open field? I don’t really do skill moves, if a defender is dumb enough to get in front of me, I’m going to run him over.

Do you prefer Inside or outside routes? As much as I like running slants, I prefer outside routes.

What is the best catch you have made in game? I caught a ball against Waynesville and the defender almost picked it off, but I took it back from him.

What are you thinking pre snap? I just want the ball, if it comes to me, I’m going to catch it.

Favorite part of playing receiver? The feeling of catching the ball up field is just crazy, running the ball up field is crazy too, but catching it takes more skill.

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orey Lambert Jr. is a Free Safety in the 2022 class and plays for Brother Martin High School in New Orleans, Louisiana. He comes with good size, standing at 6’1 while weighing 195lbs. Lambert is a rangy, hard hitting safety that plays center field for that Crusader defense.

He brings good man coverage when needed be and provides tremendous safety help over the top, all while showing how disruptive he can be by bringing in 4 interceptions and 12 pass break ups his junior year (9 games). Lambert also brings good run support. His great lateral and vertical speed help him fill in running lanes, as well as the angles he takes to bring down the runner with his impeccable tackling abilities as he racked up 75 this past season. Corey Lambert Jr. is overall a great cover safety with sure tackling and good ball hawking skills. He is sure to be a leader not only on the field, but off the field too with his 3.7 GPA. When did you start playing football? A couple weeks after my 5th birthday, I started playing for this team my dad created called “JrBops”

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Brother Martin High New orleans, Louisiana Ht: 6’1” Wt: 195 GPA: 3.7 Class of 2022

Is that where you got introduced to the position? Actually, from that age up until 10th grade, I played Quarterback full time and Safety on the side. When I got to 10th grade, I changed positions. So, my junior year was my first time playing full time Safety.

What would be the highlight of your football career so far? I would have to pick this entire season, from start to finish. There almost was not a season, so we were just fighting hard for the love of the game. Then when there was a season, we came up a little short in the semis.

What NFL player would you compare your game to and why? Earl Thomas, Jamal Adams, Minkah Fitzpatrick. Like them, I am good in coverage and can ball hawk around. I feel that I am great in coming down and fitting in the run game, and I can play a bit of man coverage What would be your favorite thing about your position? I like the fact that the defense sort of revolves around my position, I can run the defense, and just that there are multiple things I can do.

What would be your favorite aspect of your game? I would say my understanding of the game, my athleticism, and versatility.

What are three words that best describes you? Ambitious, Consistent, and Versatile.

What are some team and personal goals you have for next season? My one and only goal for next season is to win a state championship!

What would you bring to a college team? My mentality, my work ethic, and my leadership

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amon Walker is a class of 2022 defensive tackle out of Lewisville High School in Lewisville, Texas. He is 5’9” and weighs 285 pounds. He is an excellent run stopper with a strong lower body. He also uses hands well and has a wide body with the ability to clog running lanes. Walker has a 3.1 GPA.

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What things are you looking for most in a football program? The things I look for the most are a chance to prove how effective I can be to help the team. Mainly I am looking for good teammates, and coaches to help better myself as an individual and a player.

damon walker defensive tackle lewisville high lewisville, texas ht: 5’9” wt: 285 gpa: 3.1 class of 2022

What motivated you to get into playing this sport? At first, I was scared to play football and then my dad had begged me to play but then I just fell in love with the game and the whole meaning behind football What does football mean to you? Football to me means family because I feel like coaches and teammates will began to feel more and more like family What’s your favorite thing about your position? My favorite thing about my position is I feel like it’s the most physical because everybody is meant to be in the trenches What would you say are your main strengths on the field? I feel like my strengths are leverage and my physical playstyle.

Three words to describe yourself. Determined, Trustworthy, Hard Working How do you balance your schoolwork and football? With schoolwork I either do it early in the morning before school or after workouts in the afternoon Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? My favorite player in the NFL is Aaron Donald.

What would you like to major in? I really haven’t thought about it yet but probably business What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? I do a lot of 100-yard sprints and strides.

What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has taught me plenty of life lessons like you how to be a man or how to take a punch and get back up.

What would you bring to a college team? I feel like I would bring energy and leadership to any college program.

How do you prepare for an upcoming game? I usually listen to music and just get into my zone How did you even get into football? Is there anything specific that motivated you to keep playing? God never blessed me with any brothers, so I feel like football brought the brotherly love and family feeling that I needed.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? They would say I am hardworking, funny, and focused!

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arius Green is an offensive/defensive lineman and is in the class of 2022. As a lineman, his quick reaction times are impressive and come in handy when making blocks and tackles. Darius is very quick and great at making essential last-minute blocks. Because he is so quick, when Darius is on defense, he is able to maneuver through opposing teams’ offensive lines easily and disrupt plays. However, Darius’ ability to maneuver isn’t the only way he can get to the ball. If Darius cannot outmaneuver his opponent, he overpowers them.

Darius makes his strength known by plowing through opponents with ease, no matter what side of the ball he is on. Standing at 6’0 250lbs, Darrius is a force to reconned with not only on the field, but in the classroom too. With his 3.0 GPA it’s obvious that Darius always gives his best, no matter what he’s doing.

What did football teach you about yourself or life once you began playing? It taught me about accountability and to always try your best Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport? My mother What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? My favorite memory is from freshman year when we won district

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Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? Wrestling. It taught me about hand placement and stamina and that the lowest man wins

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Do you have a favorite player, college or Nfl, that you look up to? Someone that I really like to watch would probably be Aaron Donald. We have a similar style and are both undersized.

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Outside of sports do you have any passions or hobbies that you pursue in your free time and what about them do you enjoy the most? I like to write sometimes because I feel like it helps you get stuff off your chest

lake charles, louisiana ht: 6’1” wt: 260 gpa: 3.0 Class of 2022

For the upcoming 2021 season, what are some personal goals that you look forward to accomplishing and does your teams have any early goals? To win state. For my personal goals, also to win state and hopefully get a college offer.

What’s some advice you would give to younger players that want to play high school football one day? Just make sure you try your best This past season was obviously very different with all of the Covid restrictions. What adjustments did your team have to make and how were you all able to overcome that? It effected us because we had to push the season back to the spring and a lot of our games got canceled. During the time we had we ran drills as much as possible because for the regular season we only had six games Finally, what do you believe is the most rewarding part about playing the sport and being part of a team? Learning about accountability. It teaches you that it’s not just yourself that you’re fighting for

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arren Morris is a class of 2022 wide receiver for Southern Lab school in Baton Rouge, LA. As a receiver, his shifty cuts and elusiveness make him very difficult for defenders to bring down. With 9 TDs and a 3.3 GPA Darren has been putting up some impressive numbers up on the field and in the classroom his junior year.

What did football teach you about yourself of life once you began playing? It taught me if I get hurt to get back up and to keep on trying until you get better at it. When I first started football, I wasn’t really good at it

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Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport? My biggest role model is Devonte Adams because I can see on and off the field that he’s got good character and he’s a great football player What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? My favorite memory would have to be from this year in the Riverside game. It was a big catch, first touchdown of the game. I had one person on me, so I had to take it out of his hands to score.

Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? I run track and I also play a little bit of baseball and basketball. Track helps me with my speed, baseball helps me with my thinking and basketball helps me with catching.

Outside of sports do you have any hobbies or passions that you do in your free time and what about them do you enjoy the most? In my free time I like to get together with some of my teammates, like the receiver crew. We like to work out, maybe play a game, and just hang out. Working out is one of my favorite things to do.

darren morris wide receiver southern lab baton rouge, louisiana ht: 6’2” wt: 185 gpa: 3.4 class of 2022

Do you have a favorite athlete, college or Nfl, that you look up to?

Devonte Adams is who I look up to What current player, college or NFL, do you think reflects your play stile the most? I would say Devante Smith out of Alabama. He like to run go routes, he’s quick, and he likes to get the ball. I base my play off of him For the 2021 season coming up have you set any personal goals and has your team set any specific goals for the season? My personal goal is to get at least over 2000 yards in receptions and our team goal is to win a state championship because we’ve been to the semi-finals three years in a row and I think we can make it a fourth.

What are some things that you would bring to a college team? I would bring leadership, physicality, being physical on the field, and pushing my teammates to get better and better everyday because practice makes perfect.

What’s some advice you would give to younger players that want to play high school football one day? Play as hard as you can every play because you don’t know when it’s your last play. And also, to work out early because when you get to high school it’s a different kind of speed up in there.

This past season was obviously very different with all of the Covid restrictions. What adjustments did your team have to make and how were you all able to overcome that? Some adjustments we had to make was different practice schedules. Sometimes we would have to get up earlier, sometimes later. Doing the rides and with Covid made it hard to get together but all the times we did have, we put in the work.

Finally, what do you believe is the most rewarding part about playing the sport and being part of a team? The most rewarding is getting an offer or getting a state championship. And being a part of a team, you have to have leadership. You have to have the mindset to be a part of a team. Some people don’t want you on the team and they push you harder to be better.

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ashawn Clark is an All-District Offensive Lineman out of Kenner Discovery High School in Kenner, Louisiana.

Clark is listed at 5’9, 280lbs and predominately plays the Guard position but he is capable of switching to the Tackle position if needed. He’s physical with shifty feet that assists him in his hand-eye coordination. Dashawn is very quick for a near 300lb athlete. It bodes well with his impeccable skillset. Clark’s Hudl tape is full of him pancaking defenders as he is nothing short of a human bulldozer. When he pulls off the line on a sweep play, he immediately contacts the defender in front of him and doesn’t miss his target. Only a Class of 2023 Sophomore, Clark has two more spectacular seasons to impress Collegiate Coaches and Scouts before he closes in on playing football on Saturday’s.

At what age did you begin playing football and what motivated you to play? I started playing around 5 years old and what motivated me to play was that the game was just so fun to me. When I was younger, I played DL and I don’t know what about but hitting people was just fun for me.

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What has football taught you about life and yourself in general once you started playing? Football taught me that no matter how hard you fall, it’s all about how you bounce back.

Are you a leader on your team? If so, have you been able to bring any of those leadership skills from the field to your everyday life?

Well of course, last year I was a captain and you know with that title it comes with responsibilities and my teammates look up to me.

As a leader on your team, you must be a role model for your underclassmen teammates? Can you tell me some advice that you would give to your teammates who look up to you as a leader on the team? I’ll tell the underclassmen Offensive Lineman that if you keep working and chasing your dreams, you’ll be unstoppable.

Who is a role model in the NFL (at your position) that you feel reflects your game? I would say Quenton Nelson. I also watch a lot of Terron Armstead and Orlando Brown Jr. because I also can play Offensive Tackle when I’m needed there.

What was your biggest highlight/play so far in your High School career? Okay, so it was Week 8 and we were playing Haynes Academy. Haynes is one of our rival schools and they were talking a lot of trash so I caught one of their Cornerbacks on a stretch play and pancaked him.

What do you look forward to next year when you play next season? What’s your main goal? My next season, the main goal is to win state.

Do you play any other sports or are you in anything other clubs?

Do you have any hobbies? Last year, I played Football and Basketball. This [upcoming] school year I’m going to play Football and Track and next [school year] I’m thinking about doing Football, Basketball, Track and Baseball.

What is your message to college coaches who will be your mentors for the next few years? What type of players are they getting out of you? I want them to know that I’m willing to work harder than the next guy and that I will give it my all.

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e’Antwan Brown is a class of 2022 wide receiver and safety for Istrouma high school in Baton Rouge, LA. His speed and aggressiveness makes him a big play maker, forcing many fumbles when he’s on defense. He is passionate about the sport and is a big team player, always trying to improve his team mates around him. With a 3.0 GPA, it’s clear that De’Antwan carries his work ethic with him on and off the field.

What did football teach you about yourself of life once you began playing?

Football taught me that it’s a man’s game. You have to remember your assignments, what you have to do, and be in the right place at the right time.

Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport?

I’ve been watching Julio Jones ever since I was little, but first was Odell Beckham because he went to Lsu and I’m from Baton Rouge, so it was cool to have a celebrity that lives here too about to go to Lsu. The same thing goes for Justin Jefferson and Jamar Chase. They’re on the next level and that’s where I’m trying to be, so I have to stride to be better.

What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? Just mossing somebody, there’s nothing like catching the ball over somebody and embarrassing them in front of a whole crowd of people.

de’antwan brown wide receiver istrouma high baton rouge, louisiana gpa: 3.0 class of 2022

Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? I run track so that helps me with my speed, I also high jump so that helps me with my hops as well as basketball. I played baseball last year too, but I couldn’t play this year because we didn’t have a team.

Outside of sports do you have any hobbies or passions that you do in your free time and what about them do you enjoy the most? Outside of sports I play some games and watch Netflix. I don’t really go out that much, but when I do I have fun.

Do you have a favorite athlete, college or Nfl, that you look up to? This might sound crazy because I really do love football, but it’s Ja Morant because he has the heart of a lion. I look up to him because of his toughness, he’s really small but he’s got the heart of a lion.

What current player, college or NFL, do you think reflects your play stile the most? One safety I’ve been looking up to for a long time is Earl Thomas. On the wide receiver side, I look up to Julio Jones and Odell Beckham because they make some catches that I’ve never seen another wide receiver make before.

For the 2021 season coming up have you set any personal goals and has your team set any specific goals for the season? Building a better brotherhood next season is one of our team goals. Looking out for each other more and having more positive vibes are some things were focusing on. We’re also trying to go to the championship. We made it to the second-round last season but were trying to go farther. Some personal goals that I have for myself this season is that I have to reach 1,000 yards, I have to. I’m going to try to catch every ball that’s thrown to be, doesn’t matter if it is misplaced or not, I’m doing everything I can to catch it.

What would you bring to a college team? What I would bring to a college team is aggression. I’d also bring a lot of challenges to the upperclassmen there, positive challenges but a challenge that I can set for myself and them at the same time to get everyone better. Whenever it’s my time to get on the field no one would be able to stop me because I would have been playing against the best.

What’s some advice you would give to younger players that want to play high school football one day? Some advice I would give to younger players is to have the heart of a lion. If the coaches get on you a lot is because they see potential in you. If you are trying to be a real football player, you need to bring aggression and put in the work.

This past season was obviously very different with all of the Covid restrictions. What adjustments did your team have to make and how were you all able to overcome that? Some adjustments we had to make were the loses. We had to win just about every game to make the playoffs because we had less games than some other teams. We could have a better record than another team and still get a lower seed.

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oe Strickland is a Defensive End in the Class of 2022 for Brebeuf Jesuit Prep High School in Indianapolis, Indiana. Standing in at 6’4” and 250 lbs., Strickland is an absolute nightmare for opposing offensive lines and backfields. Strickland combines his rare build with incredible strength and quickness off the snap to get himself into the backfield nearly as often as the opposing QB. His ability to finesse his way around a blocker should not be overlooked though as he is just as skilled as he is strong. With an incredible work ethic and an insane amount of raw talent, Joe Strickland is a player everyone should know as he enters into his senior year.

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing football around 5 years old, it was pretty much something I don’t remember much of, but I know I started as early as I could. I never played flag football and didn’t hear of flag football until I was years into regular football. I played basketball, baseball, and soccer as well, so I thought football was the best due to it being the most physical.

Favorite moment of your career so far? Coming into high school, starting all year freshman year would definitely be one of if not the most memorable moment of my football career.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? I have been compared to like a Lawrence Taylor, I would say I like him the most, although I do not partake in some of the external things from football he did, I like him the most.

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Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? I have played basketball up until this year, to focus on training and being healthy from the season past. I have played baseball as well, and soccer when I was 4. I would say that they are somehow relate to my game in some way, from jumping to running to cutting, they all correlate in some way.

Do you have any pregame rituals? This is somewhat dumb but after I get tapped and everything, I do not put on my pads until 5 minutes before we walk out to warmups, not really a ritual but something I do before most if not every game. Other than that, I write the same stuff on my tape and stay away from everybody before the game.

Going into your senior season, what are you looking forward to?

Just leading the underclassman really, that is about it honestly. I have my opportunities at the next level, so I just look forward to reaching a higher level in leadership in the school.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “If it was easy everybody would do it” “days are long, but weeks are short” What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? Smart player doesn’t have to worry about me going to class and getting good grades. I tough player due to the work ethic I show in the wight room and in the classroom. Also, a reliable player, due to the leadership and how I play under pressure.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? Myself, I am trying to get paid for doing this one day and I grind every day to do so. My mom as well, hopefully I can get her retired early.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? Pushing people in the weight room, because that is where everybody is made and that is where everybody will grind surrounding you, so it helps to mainly lead by example when in the weight room.

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sreal Jolivette is a class of 2023 offensive lineman from Carencro High School in Carencro, Louisiana. Isreal is 6’3 and weighs 240 pounds.

Jolivette is a very multitalented player on and off the field and has proven multiple times that he will do whatever it takes to help his team win. Even with most of his time being taken up by football Isreal has still managed to keep a 3.0 GPA. What things are you looking for most in a football program? Just the will to win and a good scheme. Having a good scheme and being tough and wanting to win results in a good program

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What motivated you to get into playing this sport? Just wanting to take care of my family and make them proud by getting a college degree. Also, my brother was a big motivation he always tries to help me because he wants me to be better than he is.

What does football mean to you? Football to me means family. Being around my coaches for the past two years made me feel like we’re all just one big family.

They’ve made me into the person I am today.

isreal jolivette lineman carencro high carencro, louisiana ht: 6’3” wt: 240 gpa: 3.0 class of 2023

What’s your favorite thing about your position? My favorite thing about my position is just being physical. Making the person across from you want to quit every play.

What would you say are your main strengths on the field? One of my main strengths on the field is my toughness. My coaches have put in my head that the toughest team always comes out on top and that’s what I want to be Three words to describe yourself. Hard-working, competitive, and a leader. Everything I do I want to be the best How do you balance your schoolwork and football? I try to do most of my work in class instead of waiting until I get home. I’m usually finished early so I have some time to get work done for another class Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? I don’t really have a favorite athlete, but I usually try to watch other o linemen to see some of the things they do so I can try to replicate it in the game.

What would you like to major in? I would like to major in psychology or criminal justice.

What’s been the highlight of your football career? The highlight of my career is winning a state championship. I was injured for the game, but it was still one of the happiest moments of my football career What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? I wrestle and play basketball during the off-season. I also try to eat healthy and continue to work out.

What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has taught me to never give up and to always believe in yourself. Never feel like a task is too much for you to handle.

What would you bring to a college team? To a college team, I would bring leadership and good influence. I always try to be in the front of the lines and I always try to make the person next to me better.

What would you say are some of your strengths? Some of my strengths are being smart and making good choices. Decision making is a necessary trait to be a successful athlete and a successful person off the field How do you prepare for an upcoming game? I usually try to get a lot of rest and stretching done. I like to drink a lot of water and mostly just chill and relax.

How did you even get into football? Is there anything specific that motivated you to keep playing? I got into football by watching my brother play. I always wanted to be like him growing up and football was something that he did, so I chose to do it.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? My teammates and coaches would describe me as a silent leader and a hard worker. I’m not very vocal but I lead by example.

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aden Moreau is a Tackle prospect in the class of 2022 and plays for the Pineville Rebels out of Pineville, Louisiana. At 6’5 and 265lbs, Kaden is a monster in the trenches. He brings a good combination of size and strength to his position as he never gets pushed backwards off the line and end basically every play with a pancake.

Not only does he bring strength, but he brings good speed and agility as well. Moreau has a quick first step at the start of the play, with this and his agility/speed, he can get off the line and be the lead blocker for his Wide Receivers and Running Backs. Kaden Moreau has the tools to exceed in both aspects of the game since he is great at creatin holes in the run game and can drive the defenders away from the play in the passing game.

Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into? I like hunting, fishing, mudding, four wheeling, and tubing. I really like being outside. I am an encouraging person; I never give any judgment. Other than that, I am the type of guy to give 100% effort all the time on everything I do, not just football. Whether it is cooking or brushing my teeth, I try to cook/brush better than everybody else. I am super competitive.

Are you looking forward to anything coming up? I am actually going to the ScoreU football camp coming up, so I am excited to do the 1-on-1’s, drills, and just getting my name out there more.

Do you play any other sport? I do the shotput and discuss on the track team. It looks like the shotput hurts, but if anything, it hurts my shoulder if I hold it wrong.

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How did your first offer feel? Is anybody helping you with it? My first offer came from Northwestern in Natchitoches. It started when the defensive coordinator (Mike Lucas) saw a post I made on twitter and we just started talking. After a couple of weeks, the offensive line coach called me saying he had great news. Then Mr. Mike officially gave me the offer.

That was the best feeling in the world, it was extremely weird and just awesome. My girlfriend’s dad helps me with recruiting, her dad has some recruiting business and he helps me get in touch with coaches.

When did you start playing football? Whenever I was younger, I played in Alexandrea for one year, when I was like 6–8-year-old. We moved away and I stopped because there was no football where we moved to. We moved back to Pineville my 8th grade year and that is when I started back up playing football. I have not been playing too long, but I got the hang of it quickly. At first, when I started back up, I sucked. But as soon as high school hit, it came with great ease.

What made you get back into it? My friend Ethan helped me, he played it for a long while. He probably started at 5 or 6 and he is still playing. In junior high he asked me to try out and see what happens, so I was like “sure, football seems fun.” I tried out, I made the team, and I have just been getting better since then. Now Ethan and I are both varsities playing right next to each other, he plays left guard and I am a left tackle.

What motivates you to get out and practice every day? What is your why? My family and friends for sure, they give me a lot, they help me with certain stuff, they put me through school, they give me a house to live in.

Some people just see them as small things and take them for granted. The best thing you can have is your family and friends, having people that want you to be successful and want you to do great things is awesome to have. I can appreciate that.

Is there anybody that you look up to/aspire to be? I do not think so, there are obviously people I appreciate that helps me out, but I do not aspire to be somebody else. I want to be my own person and give credit to people that helped me on the way though.

What NFL player do you try to model your game around? Probably …

I would say, Taylor Lewan. He wears 77 just like me and plays Left Tackle just like me. I would also say Quinten Nelson too.

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am Robertson is a class of 2022 WDE for John Paul II High School in Plano, Texas. Coming in at 6’4 220 lbs., Cam has the perfect build to rush the quarterback off the edge. His variation of moves helps him get past offensive lineman makes him nearly impossible to block. Not to mention his unmatchable speed off the end. It just seems like no lineman can get a hand on this guy.

He isn’t just good at sacking the quarterback, he can also stuff the run.

He proved this last season by putting up 82 tackles and 14 tackles for loss. His combination of speed and strength makes him a presence anywhere on the defensive line. Cam Robertson is a team first player that is going to give you 100% every damn play. Coming off an 11-sack season, Robertson is a player to look out for in his senior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? When I was young, I fell in love with the game while watching the Saints with my dad. I also loved watching SportsCenter and following my favorite players and learning their stats. I started playing when I was four years old and got in pads at six.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me how to be a man and playing it for so long has helped me develop a good work ethic in the classroom and on the field.

Would you consider yourself a speed rusher, power rusher, or a run stopper? I would consider myself to be more of a speed rusher, but I’m skilled at all three.

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What’s your go to move to get past an offensive lineman? My favorite move is the cross chop. It’s basically a swim move but lower. After I chop his hands, the lineman can’t recover.

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What technique do you like to line up in? I prefer to line up in the five technique so I can get my hands onto the lineman. This also makes it easier for me to read the play and to contain the quarterback.

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What defensive scheme would best utilize your talents? Any defensive scheme could use my talents, but a 3-4 and 4-3 would suit me best.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most?

The player that mirrors my game the most is Von Miller.

Outside of football, do you play any other sports? If so, what do you do in that sport? I’m in track, I run short distance races, and throw shot-put and discus.

How does track make you a better football player? Track helps me with my technique and with my get off.

What your favorite pre-game song to listen to? I’ll listen to any Tupac songs.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? I can do a little bit of everything; however, I think my ability to get to the quarterback and stopping the run are my best aspects.

Going into your senior season, do you have any goals set? My goals for my senior season is to be 1st team all-state and district. I also want to have 15+ plus sacks, 20+ TFL’s, and to be just more of a leader on the team.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my dad, he pushes me to be the best man on and off the field.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? In my freshman year, I had to adjust to the difficulties of private school and the increased workload. In the beginning, my grades weren’t the best, but I got back on track with hard work and focus.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of Cam Robertson? Colleges are going to get a hard worker that they can depend on, and someone who’s going to give 100%, and make others around him better.

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ai Remigio is a class of 2023 running back and safety out of Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, California. He is 5’10” and weighs 175 pounds. He is a versatile 2 way athlete who has excellent cover skills and a good anticipation on the defensive side of the ball. Kai is explosive in the backfield and has good balance. He finds second gear when he needs to. Remigio has a 4.6 GPA and is also involved in Track, ASB, and Model United Nations.

At what age did you begin playing football? I began playing football at the age of 5 and I was put into the sport because my brothers played it (Nikko & Nino Remigio).

What does football mean to you? Football teaches me life lessons on and off the field. It has provided me with numerous opportunities, enabling me to be a better version of myself. Football is not just a game but a way of life.

What would you say was your favorite part of the past season?

My favorite part about last season is the brotherhood created between me and my teammates. While winning means a lot to me, being a part of the Mater Dei family means more.

What’s your favorite thing about your position? I love to score touchdowns as a running back and hit people as a safety.

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What would you say are your main strengths on the field? My main strengths on the field include my vision, work ethic, and physicality.

How do you think coaches and teammates would describe you? My teammates and coaches would describe me as a coachable player.

What’s your favorite thing about playing football in California? Playing in California is a blessing because it has great competition.

Three words to describe yourself? I would describe myself as authentic, humble, and positive.

What hobbies do you have outside of sports? Some of my hobbies consist of playing instruments (Piano, Guitar, & Ukulele), surfing, and reading.

How do you balance your schoolwork and football? I learned to balance my football and schoolwork by taking care of business before leisure.

What would you tell younger players who want to play high school football one day? I would tell the younger players to stay on top of their grades because they are always students before athletes.

Do you have a favorite NFL or college Athlete? I do not have a favorite athlete at the moment but I do look up to my older brothers.

What is one thing you can’t go a day without? I can’t go a day without thanking God for all my blessings.

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etrick Owens is a Strong Safety from Baton Rouge, LA that attends Woodlawn High School. A Class of 2022 High School Junior, Owens has 1 more spectacular Senior Season to show Collegiate scouts and coaches that he is worthy of playing on Saturday’s.

He’s not selling himself short, he knows what is needed out of him to pique the interest of coaches and scouts and he plans to do just that. A capable and cerebral young man, I had the pleasure of interviewing the prospect and he showed signs of potential as he spoke to me about his upcoming Senior Season and how he plans to “wow” spectators that attend his games. Ketrick is a multi-sport athlete as he also plays for the Woodlawn Panthers Basketball team. I look forward to seeing if Owens keeps his word about his upcoming Senior Season. I can attest that Ketrick has a chip on his shoulder and wants to prove the doubters wrong as he takes the college spotlight by storm.

At what age did you begin playing football and what motivated you to play? I started playing football when I was 5 and I immediately fell in love with the game.

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general once you started playing? It taught me how to fail and that you aren’t going to succeed at everything in life.

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Are you a leader on your team? If so, have you been able to bring any of those leadership skills from the field to your everyday life? I would say that I’m a leader on my team. I help my teammates keep their head up, when we are down and give them tips if they mess up.

As a leader on your team, you must be a role model for your underclassmen teammates? Can you tell me some advice that you would give to your teammates who look up to you as a leader on the team?

I would tell them to never let somebody say that they can’t do anything. I’d tell them to chase their dreams.

Who is a role model in the NFL (at your position) that you feel reflects your game? At my position, I have always loved Kam Chancellor and Jamal Adams.

What was your biggest highlight/play so far in your High School career? I would say the forced fumble that I caused against Live Oak HS, to stop them from scoring the go-ahead touchdown in 10th Grade.

What can you tell me about next season then, your Senior season? What’s your main goal? My senior season I want go out with a bang by chasing a State Championship.

So outside of football, do you play any other sports or are you in anything other clubs? Do you have any hobbies? I play basketball for my school and I love to play video games.

What kind of player would they be getting out of you if they choose to recruit you to their school? A hard-working, competitive player, who does everything in their power to win.

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ajor Newman is a Linebacker prospect from Alcoa, Tennessee and plays for the Alcoa Tornadoes. Standing at 6’3 and 190lbs, Major might be the definition of a versatile football player. For starters, he is a sure tackler who does not shy away from lowering his head and creating contact. He has good speed for the position to plug up any holes in the line to stop the run game and provides great coverage skills. He possesses great football IQ to sniff out routes before they develop and break them up. Lastly, he has shown flashes of pass rush moves in order to get pressure on the Quarter Back and provides value on Special Teams. Overall, Major Newman is a well – rounded football player who can dominate all over the field on Saturdays and provides good leadership on the field, as well as off it too.

Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into? I like sports a lot. Besides sports, most of the time I am hanging out with my friends or just chilling and working out. I play video games sometimes and I like to be outdoors. Me and my friends just pick a day and drive to the mountains to just look around and walk somewhere. It is cool because from our football field you can see the mountain, you can see them form our classrooms too.

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When did you start playing football? What made you get into it? I started playing flag from 5 to 6 and once I hit 7, I played tackle. I have been playing tackle ever since. At the beginning, it was just something that I wanted to do. Seeing all the bigger kids play football made me want to play it too. I do not do it just to play football now. There are a lot of people and reasons that I do it for now.

What motivates you to get out and practice every day? What is your why?

My mom for sure, she has been number one. She does anything in her power to make sure that I am good. My Uncle who recently passed was also a big factor. He stayed on me to make sure that I am doing the right thing. Losing him made me realize I have to get out. I want to get out and see the world, I want to put my family in better situations.

Is there anybody that you look up to/aspire to be? My mom and uncle, I still read through our texts. My Defensive coordinator too, he is a blue collar type guy. He will get on you when he needs to, but he loves you at the same time. If he was not hear, then Alcoa would be ten times different.

Do you have a favorite College or NFL team? My favorite college is Arizona State, I really think the est coast life is for me. I like the eagles, I liked them since 2010 since LeSean McCoy and DeSean Jackson were there. I was also a big time Michael Vick fan. Honestly, I liked them back then because they were winning. I just stuck with them, they had the certain vibe I liked.

What NFL player do you try to model your game around? Isiah Simmons because his body type and frame, he is capable of paying safety, nickel, Outside Linebacker. He is super versatile just like me. We are both quick, fast, football smart, long, super lanky. I just think I am super versatile, so my game resembles his greatly.

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What has football taught you about life and yourself in general? It has definitely taught accountability and leadership for sure. It is not like holding others accountable, just holding myself accountable to the position I am supposed to play. Playing Quarter Back helped me transition with the leadership from telling my teammates what to do on offense, to being the Quarter Back of the defense and getting my guys in the right spot. I preach to my teammates “I’m going to get y’all through it,” “I’m going to make sure y’all are good.” I cannot mess up when I talk this and that. It is coming up in the moment when you said you would.

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e’caih Butler is a class of 2022 running back from Bossier, LA. He currently attends the Magnolia School of Excellence where he has accumulated a 3.0 gpa throughout his high school academic career.

While this young man takes care of business in the classroom, he is also bulldozing over defenses possession by possession on the gridiron. The 6’0, 198-pound ball carrier is the definition of a power back. It was a rare sighting to see this young man tackled by one defender. He runs with a tenacity and passion that few can match.

Currently with one offer, this young man has big goals for his team and himself for the upcoming season. I would advice you to buy stock early for our Diamond in The Rough, Me’caih Butler.

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Tell us about yourself, who is Me’caih Butler? I’m nobody special, just another hardworking person who wants to be great in life. A person that wants to make others smile.

What does the sport of football mean to you? How has it impacted your life? Football is like my second heart. I feel like football is who I am. I love the sport because it is a visual representation of how hard you work. I just feel like it speaks out to me. I throughout my lifetime.

When I was younger, I played football a lot before my big car wreck.

I wasn’t able to play again until 7th grade. Getting back into the game just showed how much I needed it. It has opened new doors for me, it has brought me college offers, and just positive recognition.

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What has been the highlight of your sporting career thus far? The highlight of my career happened last year when we played Loyola. I ran for a 100-yard touchdown from endzone to endzone. That was the first touchdown Magnolia has ever had in a high school football season.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? My coaches will describe me as a hardworking student athlete. They will tell you that my personality is different from everyone else’s. I see things from a different perspective and never let negativity takeover. My teammates will tell you that I am like a brother to them or a friend they have never had. They would likely say the same thing my coaches would say. He’s hardworking, never gives up and will always fight until the end.

As a popular student athlete, how do you balance your schoolwork and football? The more you crackdown on schoolwork while at school, the less work you have to at home and more time you have to focus on football. I personally go to school, practice, and go to work.

There is no time to waste, and you have to get things done.

Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete and what elements, if any, do you take from their game?? To be honest, I dont have one.

I do highly respect Tom Brady because he is an ultimate team player.

He never just played for himself and that is how I try to play.

What would you say are some of your strengths? As a person and a player. Weaknesses? My strengths are that I see everything in a positive way. I always try to keep a smile on my face to make everyone around me feel better. A weakness I have is that I don’t push myself. I also feel like I am too caring at times and sometimes in hurts myself How have you adapted to the covid 19 pandemic? I had to adapt greatly. Before Covid, we were able to work as we pleased. Everyone could come to practice and we did not have to get temperature checks.

But now we must adapt by wearing mask, quarantine, etc. I feel like I adapted in a good way, but I also feel like I have lost a lot of my teammates because of it.

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J Caldwell is a Wide Receiver in the class of 2022 for Parkhill Highschool in Kansas City, Missouri. Standing in at 6’0” and 175 lbs., Caldwell has made himself known as an incredibly skilled route runner and physical receiver. His ability to create space between him and the defender has shown as he racked up 907 yards and 9 touchdowns this season! The combination of his agility and his breakneck speed makes him a nightmare for any defense. His physicality should not be overlooked, as he is able to catch any ball thrown his way whether there is a defender there or not. PJ Caldwell has shown that he is a promising prospect, and we are excited to see what he will do in his senior season.

When did you start playing football and why? I started around 5-6 in flag football, my whole family was into football and I had a love for football.

Favorite moment of your career so far?

In 7th grade, we won the Midwest championship.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most?

Jalen Knoll, we run routes similar, we are aggressive with the ball and can make play.

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Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Track, helps me stay conditioned, also helps with team chemistry.

Do you have any pregame rituals? I always try to find a quiet place and listen to music before the game.

Going into this season, what are you looking forward to? Finally, being able to be a leader of the team and being the number one receiver, as a team I want to go to the state championship and have 1000 yards receiver.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “No shortcuts, gotta work hard, go to school, go to college, get good grades and ball out on the field.”

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? They are getting a hard worker, a leader, a good teammate and a playmaker.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? I would say I’m just trying to better myself every day because there is always someone working for your spot.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I’m really good at pushing others, I make sure that people go to weightlifting, I’m also very responsible.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My dad, he has always pushed me to be a better person on and off the field, especially in school.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? When we are not in season, I will always be lifting and training, I’m always trying to find a way to get better.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My route running and aggression towards the ball, I’m normally bigger so the quarterback can throw it up and I will make a big play.

Would you consider yourself a possession, speed, or route running specialist? Route running and physical receiver also great at blocking.

Do you prefer to be pressed by the DB or not? I love when the try to press me, I know that I’m getting the ball if they are pressing me.

Favorite route? Post corner.

Favorite skill move in open field? Stiff arm because I’m long and lanky and will put the defender on the floor.

Inside or outside routes? Outside, because being close to the sideline I can make big plays.

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aaPhell Mayers is a 6’3 210lb linebacker in the class of 2022 and plays out of Knoxville, Tennessee. RaaPhell has great speed and strength at the position while providing great tackling abilities as well. On his tape, you can see him feast all over the field. Whether providing run support by filling up gaps, or holding his own in pass coverage, he has a hand in almost every play that goes on within the game. The Linebacker prospect has an impeccable motor and great football IQ to go along with his skillset, making him a dominant figure standing in the way of the offense. He does not only offer a good football IQ however, as he is highly touted for his intelligence off the field as well.

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Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into? I am really big into academics; I take pride in my schoolwork and enjoy school even though I do not like it every now and then. I like lifting weight, being outside, family, and football gets me through too. Without football, I would not be where I am right now. I have a younger sister that just turned 15, we both did track and basketball in junior high but I quit because I could not put my full effort into it since I realized I wanted to go to college and play football.

I go to a great football program; many people are competing for a spot. There were people ahead of me as a freshman, so I had to work harder in the offseason and cut off distractions from other sports, and that helped me get to the position I am at right now.

When did you start playing football? It was ever since I was young, ever since I was born, my dad played football so I played as soon as I could run. Funny story, my first touchdown was for opposite team. My coach gave me the ball and my adrenaline was pumping, so I ran freaked out and ran backwards as fast as possible that even the referee could not keep up with me. My first day putting on pads, I was the biggest kid on the field. I played at running back one day and gave this kid a stiff arm and ran 50 yards for the touchdown.

What motivates you to get out and practice ever day? What is your why? My motivation is getting to take care of family in the long run. Even if it do not get to the NFL, I am smart enough to get an academic scholarship and take care of them. My dad played college ball, I want to try and make it further than he did. I also have some dead family members that helped to take care of me, and I want to make them proud.

Is there anybody you look up to/aspire to be? If I had to pick somebody…Ray Lewis, has has been through a lot and is the best linebacker in history, his highlights and motivational speeches make me want to run though a brick wall. I saw his Madden 13 intro when he said nobody thought he could make it cause he was too small and he was not quick enough, but proved everybody wrong and now he is a Hall of Famer.

Do you have a favorite college or NFL team? My favorite college team is Michigan and my favorite NFL team is Cincinnati. It is funny because they are almost opposite of each other, but my family is from Michigan so I grew up watching them with my dad. On our way back from Detroit one year, we watched that Michigan, Michigan State game where the punter tried to punt the ball away but fumbled and then Michigan state went on to run it back. Ever since then, I have been intrigued by them. As for the Bengals, I was really young, and I was sitting at my aunt’s house on some holiday. I watched the Bengals play and I liked their helmets. From that day on I have been watching them and following them.

What NFL player do you try to model your game around? For modern day players…

Anthony Barr, but I am a lot quicker than him. He can play Defensive End if he wanted to, He can fill gaps and rush edges, he is a little slow in general but he can still cover. For a historical player…Brian Dawkins, he would fly around with so much energy, it was ridiculous. It is a good 50/50 between him and Ray Lewis, he was a field general like me, he would command the whole defense you could tell.

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What has football taught you about life and yourself in general? Football has been a very big stabilizer in my life, if it was not for football, I would not try to keep my grades up, I am very well rounded. It taught me that nothing is ever given, it is earned.

If I am not having a good day at practice, I know that I have to keep my head up and keep fighting because I know if I am not doing good in practice, then somebody else is doing better than me and that is one more day they have over me. I use that in my life, its natural for me to get up at 6am and make my bed. If you cannot even make your bed in the morning than you are having a bad day. If you don’t care about making your bed, then you do not care about the little things. Football has installed discipline and work ethic into me, I definitely use that every day.

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ayshawn Pleasant is definitely a player to watch for next season, as he is one of the best players at his position. After missing the entire 2020 season due to injury, the talented athlete is ready to make an impact in his final year. He showed he was able to do it all in his sophomore year.

He is a great one on one cover man, able to make open field tackles and also able to return kicks if needed. Pleasant is 6’0”, 180 pounds and currently attends West Monroe High School located in West Monroe, Louisiana. The athlete currently maintains a 3.0 gpa and runs a 4.6 40-yard dash. Louisiana Gridiron Football is exited to see how this young man continues to improve. His passion is his greatest asset and I am willing to bet that it will take him and his team a long way.

Tell us about yourself, who is Rayshawn Pleasant? (background) A guy that just loves the game of football, who wants to get better every day. Every day I strive to get better in my craft. I’m from Louisiana, moved to Texas my sixth-grade year, and then moved back my seventh-grade year. I grew up playing running back but when I went to my high school West Monroe, I was switched to cornerback. I actually prefer being a cornerback.

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From what I see on film, you are very passionate about the sport of football.

Where does this passion come from? I have been playing the game since I was young, since like the first or second grade. Ever since then the love has grown overtime. I also want to make it to the NFL one day and that passion is required.

If you were to make it to the NFL one day, what would you do with your first paycheck Buy my mama a car or a house, whichever one she needs most at the time.

What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses as a player? My strengths are speed, and I am able to get in and out my breaks quickly, weaknesses are hands.

My hands can be better. I honestly cannot evaluate all my strengths and weaknesses because I have been out a year due to injury. So, I have not been in much action. I am not trying to be cocky or anything, I just honestly do not know at the moment.

Who is your favorite NFL or College Player? What parts of them do you like the most? Jalen Ramsey, he is really one of the reasons I have such passion for the game because I see his passion just by watching him play. By him being my role model, I try to emulate him as much as possible How do you manage your time being a top athlete and a student? Do you have a schedule that you follow every day? Try to be the best version of myself whenever I do anything. Every day I stay on top of my schoolwork, working out, and just being on top of everything so when it is time to showcase my talents I will be ready.

What is your all time favorite moment playing football? Scoring my first touchdown in my sophomore year. It was a 99-yard kick return touchdown, and it was in our end zone near the student section. It was a big play and close game, and the atmosphere was unforgettable How has the pandemic affected the way you train daily? It hasn’t really changed much, I still try to work out every day. I work with my trainer on Tuesdays and Thursday. We do speed, agility, and defensive back techniques. Other days like to do core work, run stadiums, and run in general.

What are some goals you have for the rest of the offseason and regular season?

I want to get bigger; my goal is to get a weight around 185/190. I want to run a 4.5 40, During the season, we only have one goal as a team and that is to win a state championship. A recent goal I want to strive for is to get an Alabama offer. Those are my biggest goals at the moment.

What would a college team be getting out of you? What are you looking for in a program? They will get a player that is Passionate about the game. I deeply love the game of football, I will do anything possible to get better at my craft, You will also get a player that works, you will never have to worry about me not working hard.

When looking into colleges I do not care about the size or name of the college. It is all about the love for me, wherever the love and loyalty is, is where I want to go.

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am Rensch is an athlete in the Class of 2022 for Hutchinson High School in Hutchinson, Minnesota. Rensch stands in at 6’6” and 200 lbs., making him an opposing teams’ nightmare to plan for. On offense Rensch plays running back and wide receiver where he terrorizes opposing defenses with his speed and unwillingness to be tackled. He is a threat in the passing game as he easily boxes out defenders and makes catches as if there is nobody even guarding him. On the defensive side of the ball Rensch plays a hybrid of Linebacker and Safety where he locks down opposing offenses.

His ability to diagnose the offense and make plays on the ball is next level, combining this with his size and speed, Rensch seems to be able to stunt an offense on his own. His outstanding work on the football field is not all he has to show for himself as he is incredible in the classroom as well posting a 3.9 GPA! With limitless potential and another year of high school football ahead of him Sam Rensch should be a player on everyone’s radar.

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When did you start playing football and why? My dad got me into it, he played football in college, I started playing as soon as I could throw a ball.

Favorite moment of your career so far? Making it to state two years ago.

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What current or past player do you think you play like the most?

Randy Moss, he is a long and tall player and I’m similar to that.

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Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball, it adds athleticism, it helps me grow and understand sports.

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Do you have any pregame rituals? I throw my headphones on and listen to music to get in my zone.

Going into your Senior season, what are you looking forward to? The friendships, I’ve known these guys for forever and it’s our last season together.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “Taking care of business” – Elvis.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? I have a good work ethic and I learn very quick.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? Looking at other people get offers, I know that I could be just as good as them if I work hard enough.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I’m a good communicator, I know how good my teammates can be, so I push them to their limit.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My dad, he is constantly on me to be working hard.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? I have a high IQ, so I know what to do and to do it.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My catching and running ability to get by defenders.

Would you consider yourself an elusive back, power back, or receiving back?

Probably a receiving back.

Do you try to avoid contact or do you embrace it? Even though I look skinny, I love contact and I’ll knock people over if I have to.

Favorite play to run? An outside handoff.

What is your favorite skill move? A stiff arm or a jab step.

Do you like running up the middle or to the outsides? Outside runs.

Favorite part of playing running back? Since we are a running team, I get a lot of touches.

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ean Sallis is a Class of 2022 Tight End/Wide Receiver for Creekview High School in Carrollton, Texas. At 6’5” 220 lbs., Sallis has the ideal build to excel at putting opposing defenders in the dirt, but also to make a play on the ball at Wide Receiver. Not only does his size make him versatile on offense, it can also create mismatches wherever he lines up. This can be seen through his stats as this past season he had 34 receptions, 605 receiving yards, and 10 receiving touchdowns.

By averaging 17.79 yards per catch, it’s easy to say that Sean is an offensive coordinator dream player as he also takes pride in his blocking. In his film, you can see Sean pancaking and pummeling linebackers and even defensive lineman. Sean’s size and strength are some things that helps him shine on the field, but you can’t forget about his speed as he ran a 4.6 40-yard dash. With such a rare combination of size, speed, and strength, Sean Sallis is definitely a player to look out for in his senior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I started in 1st grade, I played nearly every sport, but I ended up falling in love with football and just stuck with it.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Just being mentally tough.

Would you consider yourself a RAC (Run After Catch), Possession, or a go up and get it type of receiver/tight end? A hybrid of all three.

What is your favorite route to run? Why? A 10 yard out, because I get open a lot on those, it a good route in man coverage.

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creekview high carrolton, texas ht: 6’5” wt: 220 class of 2022

Would you rather have the corner press up, or play off of you? I like being pressed up, when they press I get off quick, but when they guard off they guard my routes a bit easier.

I saw you playing some defensive end, what do you enjoy the most about playing in the trenches? It was fun playing with people who were stronger than me, but I was quicker and longer, so I got past them.

What are some advantages you gain on the football field with your size?

My height, my speed, and my reach.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most?

DK Metcalf, because we are both big and fast and can make a play on the ball.

How do you think running track has helped you be a better football player? It made me a lot faster and it increased my acceleration a lot.

Outside of sports, do you have any hobbies you like to do? I like to play video games like Warzone.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? The best aspect of my game is my speed and acceleration.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your junior season? Our last game got cancelled, and it realty effected our summer workouts, and we were forced to do at home workouts because of the gyms being closed down, it has also effected the recruiting compared to when it was normal.

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I want to make the playoffs; we got a new coach and we want to turn the program around.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? My parents, they are a major influence on me and keep me on track.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? When I broke my ankle my sophomore year and missed the season, I never gave up and did my therapy and kept grinding.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of you? Colleges are going to get a great kid and student athlete; they will also get a great leader on and off the field.

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tone Blanton is class of 2022 linebacker from Madison Ridgeland Academy in Madison, Mississippi. Blanton is a four-star ranked player and is widely known in the high school football world. Stone is 6’2 and weighs around 230 pounds with a bench press of 355. He is a proficient tackler and is a key leader on the defensive side of the football. Stone shows that he can easily balance being a student and an athlete with his 4.0 GPA and his ACT score of 21.

What things are you looking for most in a football program? A few things I look for in a football program are trust, family, and culture.

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What motivated you to get into playing this sport? My older brothers What does football mean to you? It inspires me to be better everyday What’s your favorite thing about your position? Being able to play aggressive

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What would you say are your main strengths on the field? Some of my strengths would be seeing the field well, instincts, and my speed to the ball.

Three words to describe yourself. Hardworking, passionate, relentless How do you balance your schoolwork and football? I balance them both by staying organized and on a schedule.

Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? My favorite athlete would be Rob Gronkowski.

What would you like to major in? engineering What’s been the highlight of your football career? A highlight in my career would be winning two state championships.

What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? I work out six days a week and go to lessons at D1 to work on speed and agility.

What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has taught me to work extremely hard.

What would you bring to a college team? I would bring leadership and a refusing to lose attitude.

What would you say are some of your strengths? Two of my most important strengths would be hard work and dedication.

How do you prepare for an upcoming game? Practice and watch film to prepare the best I can.

How did you even get into football? Is there anything specific that motivated you to keep playing? I fell in love with the game playing with my older brothers.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? My coaches and teammates would describe me as hard working and gritty. by: Labrea Richard

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ag Bonnema is a Defensive Tackle in the Class of 2022 for Zeeland High School in Zeeland, Michigan. Bonnema stands in at 6’4” and 230 lbs., with this great build along with his tremendous skills, he has made a name for himself as an elite defensive tackle. His relentless hustle allows him to always be a vital part of every play for his defense. His speed and quickness off the snap is scary, as it seems that he practically living in the backfield. This speed compliments his strength perfectly as he is often seen plowing through the offensive line and blowing up the running back. His work on the football field transfers right over to the classroom as he currently has a 3.62 GPA! With a legendary work ethic and incredible skills, we are excited to see what Bonnema will do in his senior season.

When did you start playing football and why? My 2 older brothers got me into it, I started playing in 2nd grade in Texas, so I kind of just grew up playing football.

Favorite moment of your career so far? In my freshman year, it was the turning moment of the game and my brother and I were both playing linebacker and we were both blitzing the A Gap. We both got through the line and tackled the quarterback together.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? I try to play like Aaron Donald or JJ Watt.

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Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Track, definitely footwork and speed, I throw shot-put and discus and that requires a lot of footwork.

Do you have any pregame rituals? I like to take 15 minutes and get my mind right; I do a little devotion and prayer before going into the locker room.

Going into the season, what are you looking forward to? We have an all-new coaching staff, so I think that will bring a big difference. I’m also excited to be a senior and lead the team.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? I love to work with others, and I like to push my teammates to be better, not only in the games but in practice I love the grind.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? There is a verse in Proverbs (The slacker does not plow during planting season; at harvest time he looks, and there is nothing. Proverbs 20:4) that says to put in the work in the offseason and when game time rolls around it will pay off.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I’m a selfless player, I will play anywhere my coach wants me to.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? Definitely my older brother Boone, he is now a linebacker for Western Michigan, his work ethic is unmatched.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? My faith.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My versatility and my being ability to be aggressive wherever I am.

Would you consider yourself a run stuffer or a pass coverage guy? Run stuffer because I like to hit and play hard so when I see the opportunity.

Would you consider yourself a hard hitter or more conservative?Hard hitter.

Favorite block shed move? A swipe and rip.

What technique do you prefer to line up in? I love bull rushing on the line!

What defensive scheme would best suit your skills? I like to be in a 4-3 the most.

What are you thinking pre snap? Pre snap I try to let my mind go blank so I can just react.

Are you a speed rusher, power rusher, or finesse rusher? I feel like I’m all three, but I would probably lean towards speed.

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When did you start playing football and why? Started playing around the age of 9 and I got into it because my mom was friends with Arland Harris, an ex-NFL RB for the Rams, and then coach said it would be a good idea for me to play for his team.

Favorite moment of your career so far? I enjoy all the moments; I don’t really have a favorite. If I had to choose my first high school game out of St Louis, I probably had the best game of my high school career.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? I think I play like Miles Garrett, an aggressive player who runs through players, he is so strong he can just power through lineman without really having to use his hands.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball, it adds an agility aspect, it helps me move faster and react quicker, helps me stay alert on the field.

Do you have any pregame rituals? Usually before every game I work with my D-line trainer for an hour, then I go to the trainer Going into your senior season, what are you looking forward to? Finishing my high school career with my teammates and hopefully competing for a district championship or maybe even state championship.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? They are going to get an aggressive player who is going to be ready to work, I will do anything it takes to win.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? Just knowing that there are other people training just as hard or harder and any day that I miss, they will get ahead.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? The main thing I do is that I’m a leader by example, I also like to motivate my teammates, I treat everyone the same and push them to be their best self.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? There was a senior when I was a sophomore, Carlos Hillman, and he pushed me any chance he got, he always reminded me to not take it easy and not to take things for granted.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? My mindset, not everyone has the mindset to step into the game thinking that you always have an edge on the player across from you.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My aggressiveness and my speed, when you are aggressive, not many people want to mess with you.

Would you consider yourself a speed rusher, power rusher, or finesse rusher? Power rusher mixed with speed.

What technique do you prefer to line up in? A 3 or a 5, I think I do the best in the 5.

What scheme would best utilize your talents? Probably playing the outside of a 4-3, I could work well in a 3-4 as well.

What are you thinking Pre Snap? Normally when I line up, I always try to see what formation they are in, I try to guess the play based on the formation, on a pass I will have more time to make a quick move, on the run I know i can’t give the up-field position.

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ach Hegwood is a Running Back/Defensive Back in the 2022 class and plays for Oak Grove High School in Oak Grove, Louisiana. At 5’10 160lbs, Zach plays both positions with a lot of physicality. As a corner, he excels in man coverage with good, fluid hips to stay in phase while messing with the receivers timing. Doing this, he creates a lot turnover opportunities in which he capitalizes on some on them. Although he plays man coverage predominantly, Zach can be just as a menace in zone coverage. He has shown to have good recognition of route concepts and can easily jump on routes to secure the pick. A recurring theme for the Oak Groves product is his love for the physicality, as he is not only a willing tackler and can lay a lick, but runs with extreme force too. As a runner, Hegwood shows nice burst out of the backfield along with nice body control and a low center of gravity as he is a hard tackle to get. He is also a willing blocker out on the bubble screens as well. Overall, Zach Hegwood is not afraid of contact and could supply a good amount of toughness to any college roster.

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oak grove high oak grove, louisiana ht: 5’10” wt: 160 class of 2022

When did you start playing football? When I was about 6 or 7, I was playing peewee. I grew up around football, my family member played it and I kind of just liked it. Once I started playing organized football, it just felt like something I wanted to do.

Who/what is your biggest influence? I would say…my mom.

She pushes me to do everything, and I feel like I could take care of her by playing football.

What made you get into that position? I have been playing both ways my whole career.

What is your favorite aspect of your game? What do you do best? As a Running Back, I can make explosive plays at any times, at any point of the game. And for Defensive Back, I have been playing there for so long. I got a lot of experience; I can get the defense lined up because I have been there.

What NFL player would you compare your game to and why? I would say…Tyrann Mathieu, he is fearless. He plays bigger than what he is.

How would you prepare for an upcoming game? The night before, before I go to sleep, I think about my assignments.

Then the next day, I watch a little bit of film, read my keys, then I just got to turn on my music and chill.

What would you want the scouts to know about you? I have a great work ethic; I want to get better every day. I know what I got to do to get better.

What are some team and personal goals you have for next season? For some team goals, I want another ring. I want to three peat. For my personal goals, I just want to do what I do, I am not really worried about the personal stuff to be honest.

What has the game taught you about yourself and life in general? The game taught me how to compete. It also made me become a man; it made me take responsibility.

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shton Cozart is a Class of 2023 Wide Receiver for Richland High School in North Richland Hills, Texas. Ashton has a great build that allows him to create separation off the line of scrimmage and leave his defender in the dust at 6’3” 181 lbs. Ashton primarily torches defenses through the art of the long ball with routes like long posts, digs, and fades. He does this with his elite speed as he ran a 4.4 40-yard dash. He also possesses excellent route running that helps him make big time plays. With his ability to make the big play, Ashton Cozart is a player to look out for in his upcoming junior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I chose to play football in 1st grade because I knew my dad played it and I used to play with my friends when I was younger that’s where fell in love with it.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Definitely discipline and hard work, when you’re not the best you got to put more work than the people that doubt you.

What are you thinking about pre-snap? I read the defense first, look at the formation, what stance the corner is it, my route and how I’m going to execute it.

Would you consider yourself a RAC (Run After Catch), Possession, or a go up and get it type of receiver? RAC, all my catches and big-time plays comes from long posts, digs, and fades.

As a Wide Receiver, what is your favorite route to run? Why? My favorite route to run is a post, because it’s simple and I can use my speed to get inside or outside release and it’s still open.

Would you rather have the corner press up, or play off of you? When the corners press, because I’m good at getting off the release, after that there’s lots of separation.

What are some ways to get off a press from a corner? My biggest thing is I like to make the corner wait and then I attack.

How important is footwork at the line of scrimmage to you? Footwork is something I really focus on, many people think can’t get off the line fast because of my lengthy stature, and then I shock the defense.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? DK Metcalf.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how has that made you a better receiver? Track, it has helped me with my drive phase as a receiver, and with any route that requires breakaway speed, I run the 100 & 200 meter.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? I think my best trait is how quick I am at my size.

Do you have a quote you live by? “I have so much to learn, be patient and teach me.”

How do you think 7on7 camps have helped you with your football career? 7on7 camps have really helped me out, doing big tournaments with really good dudes helped me gain a lot of exposure. There’s some really good competition at 7on7’s that translates to the real game.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your sophomore season? Covid-19 impacted me in a good way, got ahead of the people that were slacking, trained everyday got bigger, stronger, and faster.

Do you have any goals for your junior season? I want to have 1,000 receiving yards 12 touchdowns, want to make it to state.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my dad, every day I see how hard he works, and I see how far he has come along.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? This year, when I moved to Texas, I had a bulging disk in my back, bounced back and got injured again, then I toughened up get ready for the offseason.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of Ashton Cozart? A very consistent hardworking receiver who can be a leader on any team. I feel like no one works harder than me.

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rayden Dorman is a Class of 2023 Quarterback for Vista Ridge High School in Colorado Springs, Colorado. As a Sophomore, Brayden already has an NFL ready build that allows him to see over tall offensive lines and make perfect reads at 6’5” 190 lbs. Brayden possesses a level of poise in the pocket that most quarterbacks would dream of having. Dorman’s fearlessness allows him to make throws all over the field, leaving the opposing defense decimated.

He proved this last season by having 1,829 yards and 24 touchdowns in only 5 games! Brayden may be primarily known for his ability to make plays on the gridiron, but his presence in the classroom can’t go unnoticed as he currently has a 3.98 GPA. With a combination of size and accuracy, Brayden Dorman is definitely a player to look out for in the next two years and at the next level.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I chose to play football because it was the only sport, I was good at the time and I started playing in 1st grade.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Definitely grit and perseverance, football is not a sport that is easy all the time, it teaches a lot of people to push through.

Would you consider yourself a playmaking, strong arm, or a field general type of quarterback? Field general, not the fastest guy.

As a Quarterback, what’s your favorite play to run? We have a play called Dino, its practically a universal coverage beater.

brayden dorman quarterback vista ridge high colorado springs, colorado

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Do you prefer going against man or zone coverages? Either one, man you can get mismatches, and in zone the receivers can sit in the zones.

What’s something you look for as soon as the ball is snapped? When I get up to the line, I look at the defense and see if our offensive is set so we don’t have any issues or penalties. I also see if I need to change anything.

What’s your favorite kind of throw to make? A comeback route throw or a fade to the endzone.

In your opinion, what offensive style would suit you the best? Right now, we are more of an air raid offense, I can fit in any, but I like a system that depends on the quarterback to make the reads.

What are some advantages you think you gain with your height? It definitely helps when you have big offensive lineman and defensive lineman, I can see over everyone and make a play.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? I look up to Trevor Lawrence, he fits my physical build and just like him, I can make all the throws. I also see my game in Aaron Rodgers as he can make throws unbalanced.

Does your jersey number (16) hold any significance to you? I was going to be #3 but a senior receiver had it already, so I wore 16 for Joe Montana and Trevor Lawrence Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how have they helped you become a better quarterback? Basketball, it helped with my conditioning in practice or in a game, it also helped me with my change of direction, and with my development of my leadership.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? My ability to decipher defenses and figure out how to beat it.

Covid-19 took away roughly half your season, how did that impact you? We didn’t get the amount of games we were supposed to get and because of that, seniors weren’t able to get a full season.

Do you have any goals for your junior year? We have a pretty good team, we want to get to the playoffs, and win state.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? My dad, he works super hard.

Do you have a quote that you live by? What now? That quote just applies to everything in life.

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rennan Lewis is a class of 2022 left guard out of Dutchtown Highschool in Geismar, Louisiana. He weighs 250 pounds and is 6’2”. He finishes his blocks well and takes pride in his agility and concentration on the field. Lewis also benches 250 pounds. He has a 19 on his ACT. What things are you looking for most in a football program? I am looking for a comfortable place to play, grow, and compete with my teammates.

What motivated you to get into playing this sport? My dad taught me how to play and it was really fun.

What does football mean to you? Football means the world to me; I’ve been playing since i was 4 and its all I know.

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What’s your favorite thing about your position? My favorite thing is that I get to hit every play, I always get to hit someone.

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dutchtown high geismar, louisiana ht: 6’2” wt: 250 class of 2022

What would you say are your main strengths on the field?

Some of my strengths are probably speed and my concentration.

Three words to describe yourself. Three words to describe myself would probably have to be smart, fast, aggressive.

How do you balance your schoolwork and football? The way I balance them is by making sure my schoolwork is done before anything else because school comes first.

Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? My favorite athlete is Terron Armstead.

What would you like to major in? I would probably major in marine biology.

What’s been the highlight of your football career? The highlight of my football career would probably be my middle school 8th grade season when I shut down this nose guard for an entire game. Everybody on the line was scared of how fast and strong he was but he didn’t get a tackle when i was on him.

What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? Some things I do to keep me in shape is running, wrestling, and workout with my friends.

What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has taught me teamwork, to be disciplined, perseverance, and how to handle myself as a young man.

What would you bring to a college team? I would bring leadership and energy.

How do you prepare for an upcoming game? I prepare for an upcoming game by going to sleep early, waking up early, and taking a jog before school. I also study my plays in the locker room How did you even get into football? Is there anything specific that motivated you to keep playing? My dad is the one that pushed me into playing football and I loved it since then, so I’ve been playing ever since.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? Aggressive, physical, and calm!

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rennan Parachek is a Tight End in the Class of 2023 for Dexter High School in Dexter, Michigan. Parachek has a build that most players dream of having, standing in at 6’6” and 240 lbs.; he has the ability to block as well as lineman while being able to run routes as well as receivers. His route running ability really stands out as he often catches DBs on their heels and makes big plays for his offense. If you are somehow able to guard him on a route, there is no way you are going to be able to knock the ball out of his hands, his catching ability is on par with college or pro players!

Parachek displays his unselfishness in the run game as he takes the role of a lineman and defends the backfield, he will do anything for his team to win.

His hard work on the gridiron transfers right into the classroom as he currently has a 3.5 GPA. With a great work ethic and 2 more years of high school football ahead of him, Brennan Parachek should be a player on everyone’s radar in the future.

When did you start playing football and why? Growing up we had a flag football league that started in 1st grade, I didn’t really get into it until like 7th grade.

brennan parachek tight end dexter high dexter, michigan ht: 6’6” wt: 240 gpa: 3.5 class of 2023

Favorite moment of your career so far? My favorite moment was in a game against our rival team, and I broke the record for catches.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? I’ve been compared to Gronk a lot because of my size and skill set Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Baseball and Basketball. Baseball helps with staying focused and positive in the game. Basketball helped a lot with footwork, speed, and agility.

Do you have any pregame rituals? I kind of just get there early, catch some passes, and listen to some music.

Going into your Junior season, what are you looking forward to? Playing with my friends again, football is the greatest sport ever, going out on Friday nights and playing with the team, I just know it’ll be a great season.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? Not really, I just have the mindset to get better every day.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? They would get a leader, they would also get an athlete, my skill set would help any team. I can do just about anything at my position and will do anything to win.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? My family, I’ve always wanted to do this, and my family helps me, even when I don’t want to get up and train, they push me to be my best.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I’m always there for the people around me, they aren’t just my teammate they are my brother.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My older brother, he is a senior right now, he was my QB for 2 years.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? I’m always going to be the first one to practice and the last one to leave, God has given me my size and speed and I want to use it to its greatest potential.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My IQ of the sport is really good. I know where to be on a lot of plays where most people wouldn’t, and I think that helps a lot.

What sets you apart from other TEs? My route running and catch radius, I don’t drop many passes at all.

Would you consider yourself a Receiving, Blocking, or Hybrid TE? Hybrid TE, I think I can block and catch passes, when I work, I work on both of those skill sets.

Favorite Route to run? I really like the over the middle crossing routes, any pass that I can get the ball on. I also like catching deep passes because of my size, and I like going up and getting the ball

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rian Jenkins is a 5’8 190lb Running Back in the class of 2023 and plays for the Pearl River Rebels out of Pearl River, Louisiana. Brian exudes strength. As a sophomore in high school, Brian has a 425lb max on squat, a 415 max on deadlift, a 275 bench max, and a 245 clean max. However, his game is more geared towards his shiftiness and one-cut abilities.

The Running Back has taken many ankles, as seen in his film, and has shown the ability to bounce off of tackles and find ways out of getting tackled, along with great break away speed to take advantage of open grass and get the touchdown. He does more than run the ball for his team however, as he has good hands to catch the ball out of the backfield and then turn into a YAC specialist, making him just as dangerous weather it is a designed run or a designed pass.

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pearl river pearl river, louisiana ht: 5’8” wt: 190 class of 2023

Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into? I am into sports, a lot of sports. I am pretty much just into sports with a little bit of gaming on the side. I am into football and track, I like baseball. I am into Call of Duty, Madden, 2k. My coach always has me lifting to, trying to get stronger and ready for the season.

I like to squat; I just feel like I do more on squat than I can do on anything else. It helps my explosive running too.

When did you start playing football? I started playing at 3 or 5, my dad really pushed me and helped me to get into the sport, he helped me develop my game to get better over the years. My dad has a training camp that he brings me to every year. It is called Jenkins Training Camp, we just run through drills and workout.

What motivates you to get out and practice every day? What is your why? What motivates me is, I have a goal. My goal is to try to make it to the NFL. I want to reach my goal really bad, I get up every day with a purpose and motive to do better every day in order to get there.

Is there anybody you look up to/aspire to be? I look up to my dad and my uncle, my uncle was a powerlifter, and he does a lot of heavy weight. He helps me on my forms so I can do more weight.

My dad helps me with everything football related like my footwork, agility, all that stuff.

Do you have a favorite college or NFL team? I like the seahawk and LSU. I just like all the Seattle players and their style of play.

I like LSU just because they are my home team, it is like a home team pride I have.

What NFL player do you try to model your game around?

I would say Saquon Barkley, Marshawn Lynch, and Christian McCaffery. Those three just stand out to me, their style of play, the way they run the ball and the way they do stuff in general all amaze me. I like their attitudes as well.

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general? Football has taught that I can always do better all around, it taught me be a better person to be honest. There is no “I” in team, you cannot be the best person on the team, when you lose, you lose as a team, you do not blame it on one person. It taught me that the line is important, as well as every player on the team.

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rian Morgan is a Running Back and Outside Line Backer in the Class of 2022 for Houghton Lake High School in Houghton Lake, Michigan. Morgan stands in at 5’10” and 190 lbs., but don’t let his size deceive you as he is a tank at the running back position, requiring at least 2 people to take him down. His physicality and strength pairs perfectly with his outrageous speed, with a 40 time of 4.66 seconds, he seems nearly impossible to tackle. His quickness of the snap is unfair as it seems that he is 10 yards downfield before the defense can even react.

On defense Morgan plays outside linebacker and makes his presence felt as he not only blows up run plays, but also plays pass coverage as well as DBs! His ability to read the offense and make a play is incredible, it seems like he is in the offensive huddle! His hard work and success on the football field transfers right into the classroom as he records a 3.86 GPA! With an incredible work ethic and another season ahead of him, we are excited to see what Brian Morgan will do in the future.

When did you start playing football and why? I started in 4th grade, all my friends played, and I watched football with my dad and just fell in love with the sport.

Favorite moment of your career so far? It would be my first year on varsity I got a game sealing interception.

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What current or past player do you think you play like the most? At running back, I would say Saquan Barkley. At linebacker, I am a big hitter so probably Ray Lewis.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball and Track. Basketball helps with hip mobility and change of direction. Track adds speed and my starting and stopping.

Do you have any pregame rituals? I always listening to Dreams and Nightmares by Meek Mill.

Going into your Senior season, what are you looking forward to? Playing with my boys one last time and hopefully winning our first playoff game.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “Small time kid, Big city dreams.”

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? I’m a coachable kid, hard worker and a good kid.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? My grandma, I live with my grandma and I don’t want her to pay for my college, so I want to succeed.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? Always picking people up, pushing people to be their best self, helping teammates with grades.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My coaches, he has been with me since 4th grade and has helped me to become the man that I am today.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? I know I have to make it out, so I work harder than everyone since I know I don’t have family to pay for my stuff.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My speed, power, and my field vision. I can also catch the ball well so I can play wherever.

Would you consider yourself an elusive back, power back, or receiving back? I’m more of a power back but I have speed as well.

Do you try to avoid contact or do you embrace it? Embrace contact.

Favorite play to run? 36 lead, running through the 6 holes.

What is your favorite skill move to do? Truck.

Do you like running up the middle or to the outsides? I like both but I like the contact in the middle. I also like the outsides so I can use my speed.

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ritton Moore is a Class of 2022 Quarterback for Ronald Reagan High School in San Antonio, Texas. At 6’0” 175 lbs., Britton has a dynamic build for the quarterback position. In the passing game, Moore can put accurate passes into tight windows or show off his insane arm strength on deep balls thrown with precision. If he’s not beating you through the air, Moore is catching your defense off guard with his unmatchable speed. Britton uses his combination of his ball carrier vision and football IQ to beat defenses in the read option. His IQ on the field transfers over to the classroom as he has a 3.6 GPA. With one more year in his high school career, you can expect Britton Moore to show out next season.

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Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I started playing football when I was 6 with flag football and I chose to play it because I fell in love with the game. I love scoring touchdowns and growing closer to my teammates.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has given me character and taught me leadership. Football is just like life and it teaches you how to go through tough situations.

Would you consider yourself a playmaking, strong arm, or a field general type of quarterback? I would say I’m a playmaker, it’s what makes me stand out. I’m very lucky to be in a program where my talent can be showcased.

As a Quarterback, what’s your favorite play to run? I do like to run the post dig concept, it’s explosive and it tears defenses apart.

Do you prefer going against man or zone coverages? In my opinion, our receiving core was very good, so I like a man coverage because my guys could beat their guys, but I don’t mind reading zone coverages.

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What’s something you look for as soon as the ball is snapped? If it’s a read, I’m looking for my read guy, before the snap you have to know what you’re looking for in the play, where the open receiver or the hole is going to be.

Do you have a favorite moment in your young career? I’ve done a lot in my athletic career, but my favorite had to be this football season I had to overcome my back injury, won the starting job, and led the team to an undefeated season in district.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? Russell Wilson, Kyler Murray, Patrick Mahomes.

Does your jersey number hold any significance to you? I have always worn number 7; it has a religious meaning to me as the number 7 shows up in the bible a lot.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how have they helped you become a better quarterback? I play Baseball, playing on varsity as a freshman has exposed me to high pressure situations has helped me cope with it and helped me develop leadership skills.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? What I can do on my feet, helps me explore more parts of my game.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your junior season? It was different with masks and everything, lots of guidelines, but my coaches did the right things to keep us playing.

Do you have any goals for your senior year? To play in December, long playoff run.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? My dad, he’s a pastor and an amazing influence/mentor for me through my relationship with god and athletics.

What drives you when it comes to early morning workouts and late nigh practices?

I look to the to my role models and just strive to be the best I can be. I’m always trying to get better either by getting stronger or faster.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? I was out for my sophomore season with a stress fracture in my back, it was tough couldn’t do much athletically, I got through it with prayer and patience.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of you? They are going to get a handworker, a leader, who’s not scared to do the right things when no one is watching, and a winner.

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ameron Lowery is a class of 2022 Running back/ Cornerback from Oak Grove High School in Oak Grove, Mississippi. Cameron is 5’5 and weighs around 150 pounds with a bench press of 220. Do not let his height fool you he is currently known as one of the fastest and most agile players in Mississippi. His film shows that he is good at breaking tackles and doing whatever it takes to help his team win. Lowery currently has a 3.0 GPA and will soon be receiving his score for his latest ACT. What things are you looking for most in a football program?

I’m looking for great coaching and positive and the brotherhood from my teammates.

What motivated you to get into playing this sport? What motivated me to get into playing football was the older guys that lived in my neighborhood.

What does football mean to you? Football mean to me is LOVE!!

What’s your favorite thing about your position? Favorite thing about my position would be the feeling I get when I’m on the field.

I love it because once I’m on that field I can take all my anger out on my opponent and just love to run the ball making big plays hearing the crowd.

What would you say are your main strengths on the field? My main strength is my speed.

cameron lowery running back oak grove high oak grove, mississippi ht: 5’5” wt: 150 gpa: 3.0 class of 2022

Three words to describe yourself. Positive, Leader, Hardhead (tough and hard rock).

How do you balance your schoolwork and football? I balance the two by getting all my schoolwork done first then focusing on football. School always comes first.

Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? My favorite football player would have to be Josh Jacobs.

What would you like to major in? I would like to major in Business and Marketing.

What’s been the highlight of your football career? To be successful and give it my all 110%.

What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape? Some things I do to keep in shape in the offseason would be training with my coaches, working out, and making sure I’m staying fit.

What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has had such an impact on my life because it teaches me about life and how to never give.

What would you bring to a college team? I would bring my positive energy and good worth ethic.

What would you say are some of your strengths? I think that some of my strengths would be my legs, my speed, and my strongness.

How do you prepare for an upcoming game? I prepare for an upcoming game by listening to music and staying in my zone and getting my mind right.

How did you even get into football? Is there anything specific that motivated you to keep playing? I got into football from my neighborhood friends, and I just love it ever since then.

How would your coaches and teammates describe you? They would describe me as someone who is goofy, outgoing and different. by: Labrea Richard

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layton Davis is a 5’11 Wide Receiver prospect in the class of 2022 and plays for the Lincoln County Patriots in Stanford, Kentucky. At 182, he has good route running abilities to get open, but Clayton earns his money by overpowering the corner and securing the contested catch. It is evident in his film that if there is a jump ball, he is coming down with it. However, he breaks the stereotype of the contested jump ball wide receiver archetype, as he provides respectable Yards-After-Catch ability and can make the tackler miss in open space with ease. Clayton is not only a great football player on the gridiron, but he is a great student off the field as well as he boasts a 3.7 GPA.

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lincoln county patriots stanford, kentucky ht: 5’11” wt: 182 gpa: 3.7 class of 2022

Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into?

I am into sports of course, video games, that is about it to be honest. I occasionally go fishing with friends too. I am into Rocket League; I am on and off with it but I am really enjoying it right now. I also play ARC. I Just recently got a PC and I have just been hooked on the games ever since.

When did you start playing football? I started playing around 4th or 5th grade, I went straight to tackle. I initially wanted to play basketball, then I wanted to play football. I asked them about football, and they were alight with it. Some parent will not let you play because of the physicality of the game, so I am thankful that mine did. I got into the game by watching it a lot, I wanted to be like them one day. I know specifically I used to watch Justin Hunter form Tennessee, he was there with Peyton Manning and I think he went to play for the Titans.

What motivates you to get out and practice every day? What is your why? I want to get up and be better, faster, and stronger every day. Seeing my results at the end and showing the work pays off is actual a nice thing to see. I was 160 last season and I wanted to get bigger. So I started eating and lifting a lot more and now I am 180 and I got my bench up. Seeing results of hard work paying off is nice.

Is there anybody you look up to/aspire to be? Not really, I actually do not look up to anyone. If I had to pick, it would be my dad, he is a good role model. He played college baseball at a small school he went to in Georgia, then he went to the Marines and served for 4 years.

Do you have a favorite college or NFL team? My favorite college team is Tennessee, my dad was a big Tennessee fan, so I grew into one too. I do not really have an NFL team. I will occasionally watch but I do not really have a favorite. I used to like the broncos, I hate to say it but Peyton Manning was on the team and my dad like him so I just joined in.

What NFl player do you try to model your game around? I like Tyreek Hill, I like how fast and strong he is. He is 5’10 188 and I am pretty close to that.

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general? Football has taught me that I have to be tough when things go bad and get back up. It taught me to not give up and push through the hard times. It definitely gets me mentally ready for life, how to handle adversity and how to over come it. It shows that I am kind of a chill person on the field. That relays to my actual life where I like to chill, I just try to lead by example.

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f Diamond In The Rough was a phrase in the dictionary, Colton Deshazo picture would be right under it. It should be a crime that this stud athlete does not have offers from across the country. Deshazo is from Biloxi, Mississippi and will be a senior at D’Iberville High School in the fall. The class of 2022 route runner is 6’2, 215 pounds and is continuing to grow. I call him a route runner because this young man is great at both tight end and wide receiver. His 4.5 speed pops on film as he is able to make countless plays downfield and is also a threat in his run after the catch.

He also is not afraid to get his hands dirty in the run game by creating holes for ball carriers. After watching him play in our recent 7 on 7 tournament, I had to go speak with him because he was by far the best player on the field in my opinion. His 3.9 gpa is nothing to ignore either, it just goes to show that Deshazo puts full effort in whatever he does. Expect an amazing season from this young man in 2021-2022.

Tell us about yourself, who is Colton Deshazo? I am from D’Iberville Mississippi, I am in the class of 2022. I love sports, all kinds of sports but football is my favorite. I love working out and working on my craft. I have two sisters, a mother and a father and we all live in the same house. I go to D’Iberville High School and I play wide receiver and tight end for D’Iberville football.

What does the sport of football mean to you, how has it impacted you as a person?

I have played since I was 4 years old. It has always been around for me. It has been a sort of get out of jail free card that has always kept me busy and helped me stay out of trouble. I have coaches that have inspired me, and the game has inspired me as well.

That way when the game is no longer here for me, I have learned valuable lessons from it that I can use for the rest of my life.

Congrats on your Gridiron Football 7on7 championship over the weekend, how do you think 7on7 has impacted your game? ….. Would you recommend it to other young players? 7on7 is a different type of football. It is not your average tackle football; it is really about who can guard who one on one and who can play the best zone defense. It also opens up passing for high schools because most high schools are not the elite passing schools like college and NFL teams are. So it really brings out different aspects of the game especially for high schools like mine who predominantly run the ball. So, it gives a lot of under the radar receivers an opportunity to go out and catch the ball. I would definitely recommend it to other athletes. This is my first year doing it and I have received a lot of attention from it. Before 7 on 7, I received little attention. It has opened my game up more and helped me see different aspects of the game. I have seen and played against much more talent. I have seen different types of coverages that you do not see in a high school football game due to the fact that most high schools run the ball, so it has really opened up my game and I would definitely recommend it to any high school player.

After watching your film, you are impressive at both wideout and tight end. Which position do you prefer and why? You know I have always loved receiver at heart. At tight end at the next level I might be a little undersized, most tight ends are 6’4, 6’5, and I am 6’2. However, I may be too big for a receiver by being 6’2 215 in high school.

So, I’m really a balance in the middle, I love receiver but at the next level I see myself being a TE/HB, but as long as I can keep my speed up with my weight, I won’t have a problem at either position.

I have learned that you have a 3.9 gpa, which is very impressive. How do you manage your schoolwork while also being a star athlete? My family has always preached academics first. With sports it can take one injury and you are done. So, you always have to keep your academics first. Your academics will always push you and carry you way further in life then football can. So, I keep academics first, and football closely behind it. I try to find the right balance between studying and going to the field and getting some work in. It really is just dedication, there is no time for parties, use that time to study and go to the fields and get some work in.

What would you like to major in? I’m thinking about majoring in business. That is a very broad major and I can get that degree from any college. With a business degree, I feel like I can do almost any job compared to a particular degree that would narrow my options. So, I want to have a degree where I can pick my job and not have it limited to a particular skill set.

What are some hobbies you have outside of football? I love to go fishing and stuff, I love hanging out with family. My dad actually races remote control cars and I have been out with him racing cars which is really fun. I like to get out on the boat and go on vacation with friends and family.

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olton Shaffer is a 6’5 Quarterback prospect in the class of 2022 that weighs in at 210lbs and plays for the Summertown Eagles out of Summertown, Tennessee. Colton brings great arm talent to his game with a great arm to get the ball downfield while showing spurts of good ball placement to fit the ball into tight windows that only his receivers can get to. On top of his impressive arm, is his impressive ability to run the ball and extend plays for his receivers. The QB prospect is almost slippery when he is forced outside of the pocket and still has the throw on the run ability to get the ball to his open receiver.

Whether running or throwing the ball, Colton can be a menace to deal with and can beat you in either aspect of the offensive game. Colton Shaffer is not only a good Quarterback, but he is also a good student as he has a 3.8 GPA. Tell me about yourself, what are some things you are into? Obviously, football, I live in a small town where there is not a lot to do other than hang around with your friends, so most of my life consist of football, it is my hobby. I have a brother, two sisters, a mom, and a dad.

What are you doing for football right now? Our 5th period is football.

We are just working out right now. after school, we workout for about an hour and then go outside and just kind of learn our offense since we are trying to change up a lot of stuff. We just try to get our formations down and do agility work. I am also doing a lot of 7v7 in Nashville, my team is Ballhawk MPA. On weekends, we will do some 7v7 stuff around here, so I am definitely doing football related every day.

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summertown high summertown, tennessee ht: 6’5” wt: 210 gpa: 3.8 class of 2022

When did you start playing football? I started playing when I was 5, it was just peewee but we had to Travel since we did not have a team, it was a 30 minute drive though, so it was not too bad. After that, we built our football field and program here in Summertown, TN that next year basically from scratch. We built it from our land and it just took off.

What made you get into it? I have always been around football, my dad played in college and we are season ticket holders for Titans games.

I have been around the game for as long as I can remember. I always wanted to be a Linebacker, but I never got to be one. I have always just been my thing to be a QB. We needed a Quarterback one day and it was just natural to me, unlike Linebacker. I have always been a lot bigger than everybody. My coach was like “this kid is big, let’s throw him in and see if he has an arm.”

What motivates you to get out and practice every day? What is your why? Well…my dad is my motivation. My dad got into a car wreck when I was young that left him paralyzed. He said he was my biggest supporter, and he has wanted it as much as me, so he is definitely my biggest motivation.

Is there anybody you look up to/aspire to be? Definitely my dad, just him having the ability to get up is crazy to me. He aspires me to get up every day and just be the best that I can be/do the best I can do .

What NFL player do you try to model your game around? I would like to say, Aaron Rogers. He has got a strong arm, great vision, he is not afraid to dump it off or throw a bomb downfield. In my opinion, he is the best Quarterback in the game.

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general? Well, you know football is a game of ups and downs, it changes in an instant.

It taught me how to deal with adversity and work hard. I believe if you work hard, you can accomplish whatever your goal is. by: Holden Lester

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corey phillips tight end ames high ames, iowa ht: 6’5” wt: 250 class of 2022

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orey Phillips is a Tight End in the Class of 2022 for Ames High School in Ames, Iowa. Phillips stands in at 6’5” and 250 lbs., this rare and huge build allows him to bully opposing defenses whether that is in the passing game or blocking in the box. Phillips prides himself in his ability to wall off opposing defensive players while run blocking, but that’s just the beginning. In the passing game Phillips is a defensive coordinators worst nightmare as he is able to use his size to pull down nearly any ball thrown his way, as well as being nearly impossible to tackle. What really sets him apart from other tight ends is his crazy speed, he is faster than most anyone on the field as he recorded a 4.7 second 40 time. With his great potential and another season ahead of him, Cory Phillips should be a player everyone should look out for.

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing around 3rd grade, started playing flag then moved into tackle. My brothers played football and they got me into it.

Favorite moment of your career so far? This past year when we won our first playoff game. The group of guys we had this year was special and to get a win like that was great.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? I would say that I’m more of a mix of Gronk and Kelce. Gronk is so big and uses his physicality, while Kelce is a great route runner. I like to pick things from their game and implement it into my own.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball and Track. Basketball adds agility and lateral quickness. Track helps me build up my strength and also helps me build some speed.

Do you have any pre-game rituals? I listen to music before every game.

Going into your Senior season, what are you looking forward to? Just the opportunities, I’m going to go out there and do the best that I can and make a name for myself and my team. I think that my senior season is the perfect chance to do that.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? My work ethic, I’ve been working very hard this past year to get where I am. I am also very coachable and love to learn.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? Knowing that I have the chance that I can do something that has never been done in my family. The opportunity to help my family live comfortably.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? My communication skills, I’m very good at communicating and I’m not the type of guy to tear someone down, I always try to help others out.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My mom.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? I feel like I’m similar to a lot of athletes because of my motives.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My catching ability.

What sets you apart from other TEs? My route running and my catching ability, a lot of TEs here are big and block a lot but I can block and run routes.

Would you consider yourself a Receiving, Blocking, or Hybrid TE? I’m evolving into a hybrid. In my freshman or sophomore year I only liked to catch and run routes but now I’m growing into an in between player.

Favorite Route to run? Seam Do you prefer inside or outside routes? I don’t really prefer any, I like them all.

When blocking someone bigger than you, what is your game plan? I would fight as hard as I can, I would do my best to block him or make a whole.

What are you thinking pre-snap? On a run play I look around and find the person I have to block. On a pass I’m just thinking of ways to get open and be a target for my QB. What is your favorite part of TE? That I get to catch the ball and make plays.

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alton Johnson is a Defensive End/Linebacker prospect in the 2022 class and plays for Bourgeois High School in Gray, Louisiana. Standing at 5’11 170lbs, he brings a burst of speed from the edge with a great first step. With this quick first step, Dalton has the speed and some elite hustle ability to make the touchdown saving tackle or sack the Quarterback within the blink of an eye. Johnson Jr. is very productive and active player in the run game. He is very good at engaging with the offensive lineman and has the strength to reposition him to force the runner inside. Which he then disengages from the block and secures the tackle with his amazingly sound tackling abilities, which are almost textbook. On top of this sound tackling, he brings amazing physicality, despite his size, and seems to always make the opposing player feel him by delivering huge hits.

Dalton Johnson Jr. is a incredible speed rusher who also brings physicality and strength to the position. He is a sure leader on that Bourgeois defense, but is also a leader off the field as well.

When did you start playing football? When I was 6 or 7 years old.

dalton johnson linebacker bourgeois high gray, Louisiana ht: 5’11” wt: 170 class of 2022

Who is your biggest influence? My biggest influence…I think that would have to be Devin White. What was he, like 6’0 240 in high school? He was always just a beast.

Did you start out playing any other position? I started playing running back, then safety, then linebacker, and then defensive end. That one is more like an outside linebacker role though.

What NFL player would you compare your game to and why? Troy Polamalu, I am very aggressive! I like to get to the ball.

What is your favorite aspect of your game? How I wrap up and my angles, my angles are good too.

What is your mentality going into game day? I like to set the bar high; I like to set a certain number of tackles that I want to get, and I go for it. I am very toned in on game days.

What are some team and personal goals you have for next season? For my team goals, I just hope we can be more discipled and win more games. We have a lot of talent; we just do not make the right decisions. For my personal goals though, I would like to make all – state. I made all – district last year.

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general? You got to be very discipled, you got to be very focused, and you got to grind to get what you want to get. Sometimes you have no days off.

What would you want every scout to know about you? I would like them to know that I am a very dynamic player, I can play safety, linebacker, blitz, but I might have to red shirt my freshman season so I can put on some weight.

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areion Murphy is a Class of 2022 Running Back for Floresville High School in Floresville, Texas. Dareion has a build that allows him to be extremely useful on the ground and through the air at 6’1” 195 lbs.

Murphy possesses a combination of speed and strength that makes him nearly impossible to tackle in the open field. Not to mention he has a variety of moves that can make defenders look silly. Dareion asserted his dominance on the field last season by posting over 1,800 all-purpose yards with 23 touchdowns.

Dareion is a football coaches dream player as he excels on the field but also in the classroom with his 4.0 GPA. With his consistent improvement over his high school career, Dareion Murphy is a player to look out for in his senior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I chose to play football at 4, because it was a game that I loved and that brought me happiness.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me the benefits of friendship and teamwork, and just how to be there for your teammates.

What’s something you look at before the ball Is snapped? Just the different techniques in the defense lines to give me an idea of what they are going to do.

Would you consider yourself to be a power, elusive, or a receiving back? Why? I think I’m a good balance of everything, I was told good at everything aspect of the running back position.

As a running back, do you prefer runs inside or outside? I would say the outside, so I can show off speed and cuts.

dareion murphy running back floresville high floresville, texas ht: 6’1” wt: 195 gpa: 4.0 class of 2022

What’s your favorite move to do in game? (Juke, Spin, Hurdle) I would probably say a dead leg and a jump cut, because it seems natural to me don’t have to force it.

What’s your favorite play to run? I like counter plays to get the defense off balance.

How do you read your blocks with such ease? Just trusting my instincts, I read the blocks being made so I know where to go.

What offensive scheme would best utilize your talents? I think a spread so I can be in the backfield and the receiver position.

What are some steps you take to effectively disguise a screen play? Just being patient, being able for wait for my blocks to get made and I act like a blocker.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? I think I’m a mix of Barry Sanders, Saquon Barkley, Walter Payton and Bo Jackson.

Does your jersey number (5) hold any significance to you? Kind of, got it my freshman year, wanted 34 or 26, told me I could make my own legacy with number 5.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how has that helped you as a running back? I play basketball and track, basketball helps with my footwork, speed, and vertical. Track helps me with my endurance and speed.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? I would probably say my acceleration and my ability to get to another spot in one cut.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your junior season? Just be careful during practice and staying socially distanced, but we were blessed to have a season.

What are some goals you have for your senior season? Just to continue to work hard and lead my team to a run in the playoffs.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my whole family I wouldn’t be in the position I am in today and they motivate me on the field and in the classroom.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? Sophomore year I got in a car accident, couldn’t play the whole season, it was hard to accept in the beginning, but I just put in the work to bounce back.

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avid Amador is a Class of 2023 Wide Receiver for North Shore High School in Houston, Texas. At 6’1 185 lbs., David has the ability to burn you over the top with a go route and break opposing cornerback’s ankles with his precise route running. He typically uses his electrifying speed to get past opposing defensive backs as he ran a 4.5 40-yard dash. In addition to this, David can go up and make a circus catch, leaving corners wondering what more they could’ve done to stop the playmaking receiver. The combination of these attributes makes him nearly impossible to cover even with some safety help. David Amador is definitely a player to look out for next season as he has ambitions to reach over 1,000 yards receiving and be selected for 1st team all-district.

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Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I chose to play football because I watched it on TV, and it seemed like fun and I started in 1st grade.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me how to become a leader and a team player.

What are you thinking about pre-snap? I think about how I am going to catch the ball or make a play.

Would you consider yourself a RAC (Run After Catch), Possession, or a go up and get it type of receiver? I am more of a go up and get it receiver, but I can do all three.

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What are some ways you create separation from a corner? Usually, I create separation by making a move or getting my hands in place to get the defensive back off of me.

What’s your favorite thing about playing football? Being with my teammates, making big plays, and just having fun.

As a Wide Receiver, what is your favorite route to run? Why? My favorite route to run is a go route, because I can make a highlight play.

Would you rather have the corner press up, or play off of you? press up, because I like the physicalness and I learn how the DB plays.

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What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most?

Andre Johnson, I don’t talk much on the field I let my skills do the talking.

How does playing Free safety help you become a better receiver? Playing free safety helps me become a better receiver with my footwork and how my hips move, and helps me read coverages better.

Do you want to play both sides of the ball at the next level? If I have to, just depends on what the coach decides.

What are some things you do to win a jump ball? I make sure I track the ball down, and I get a good jump to catch the ball.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how has that helped you become a better football player? I run track, helps me with my speed and explosiveness.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? The best aspect of my game is my hands and my consistency.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your sophomore season? It didn’t impact me, things were the same, but we social distanced a little more than usual.

Do you have any goals for your junior season? My goals are to get 1,000+ and to be 1st team all-district.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my father, he’s one of the biggest inspirations in my life.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? I don’t have a specific time, but if something were to happen, I would just pray and get through it with god.

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avien LaGarde is a 3-star Cornerback out of Bay St. Louis, MS that plays for St. Stanislaus High School. LaGarde was undoubtedly one of the best interviews that I have ever had the honor of conducting.

Listed at 6’0, 180 lbs. Davien is a multi-positional athlete that has a true nose for the endzone. He’s capable of playing Cornerback, Running Back, and Return Specialist. The prospect has multiple kick return touchdowns in his High School career. A cerebral young man who understands the game of football down to the tee, Davien is truly a special athlete. His perfect stature combined with his relentlessness, sure-handed tackling skills, and impeccable coverage ability creates an adept cornerback within your secondary. Let’s not forget his impactful reps at Running Back, LaGarde has excellent Running Back vision and his agility is stupendous. With a noteworthy 3.5 GPA in school, Davien is the epitome of a Student Athlete. In his final season at St. Stanislaus, I anticipate the prospect to have his best season yet. Any college coaches and scouts that haven’t already recruited this prospect better hurry and do so before it’s too late. LaGarde is certainly a game changer and will be starring on Saturday nights.

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st. stanislaus high ht: 6’ wt: 180 gpa: 3.5 class of 2022

At what age did you begin playing football and what motivated you to play?

I began playing football at the age of 6. Initially, I didn’t want to play football but my dad encouraged me to play. There were many times that I wanted to quit playing when I was younger but the death of my dad changed that. The night before he passed away, he told my mom that he wanted her to always keep me in football. After that, I never stopped playing and it motivated me to continue to play.

What has football taught you about life and yourself in general once you started playing? When I started playing football it taught me about discipline.

It has a lot of discipline in it. It’s amazing that I carried it through life. I play with many different people and a lot of them weren’t disciplined. They would talk back to coaches and stuff. It’s more of a respect thing. Football taught me about discipline and respect, really. The main goal that coach keep telling us is to keep moving and try to do your best.

Are you a leader on your team? If so, have you been able to bring any of those leadership skills from the field to your everyday life? Yes sir, I am a leader.

In ways my leadership does affect my everyday life. I’m very known by a lot of people and at times I can be a leader but at times I am not. When I step on to the field, I’m a different person. I just want to play and I want to lead others.

As an [upcoming] Senior, can you tell me some advice that you would give to your underclassmen who would look up to you as a leader on the team?

Don’t let anybody tell you anything. There will be times where people will try to be in your ear and try to down you before they pick you up. They will blame you for things instead of looking at the good things. They will tell you that you’re not good enough. I would say to them: stay in your own world and to know your own potentials and to not listen to what other people say that you can’t. I would tell them to stay up.

Who is a role model in the NFL (at your position) that you feel reflects your game? It’s probably Amik Robertson. I say Amik because he’s from where I’m from Thibodaux and he went to La. Tech. He showed people that you can make it from anywhere. People don’t realize that Thibodaux is not that big and you have people that are drug dealers on the corner and they feel that they can’t make it [out of the projects] but Amik showed that you could make it out. So, I like to think that he is a role model for me and that he is doing something good.

What was your biggest highlight/play so far in your high school career? My biggest would have to be my 100-yard Kick Return. I was #1 in the State of Mississippi. It was against St. Martins and I think it tied the school’s record for the longest Touchdown.

What can you tell me about next season, your Senior season? What’s your main goal? My Senior Season, my main goal is to carry the team to wins because the last few years we’ve been going to the First Round of the Playoffs and losing. I would like to carry them through the playoffs. Then, it shows the Younger class that we can compete and win.

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eossie Yancey is a Class of 2023 Offensive Tackle for Lamar High School in Houston, Texas. At 6’6” 370 lbs., Deossie has the perfect build to protect his quarterback from incoming defenders. Deossie utilizes his size to gain an advantage over anybody in front of him, especially on goal line fronts.

It seems like every time you run behind Yancey; the running back is putting up 6 points on the scoreboard. The versatile lineman can play anywhere on the offensive line, which makes him an asset in any short yardage situation. Something that differentiates Deossie from his peers is just his ability to go to the whistle, he doesn’t stop until it blows or the guy in front of him is on the dirt. Still early in his high school career, Deossie Yancey is a player to look out for in his junior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I chose to play football because my dad played, and I started playing in 1st grade.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Some life skills football has taught me are how to work in a team/group, and how to be a leader.

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Where do you prefer the Defensive lineman to line up on you?

Why? I like Defensive Lineman to line up Inside of me because if I don’t get off right my teammate can help, or I can help my teammate if he needs it.

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As an Offensive Lineman, what’s your favorite play? Any play where I can pass block.

lamar high houston, texas ht: 6’6” wt: 370 class of 2023

Have you always played left tackle, or have you moved around? I basically played in every position on the offensive line besides center.

Favorite part about playing on the offensive line? Opening gaps and letting my teammates get through.

What are some advantages you gain with your size? Some advantages I have because of my size is that I’m heavier and faster than the guy in front of me. I also have a large reach that makes it hard for defensive lineman to get their hands on me.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors themost? Trent Williams, he’s one of my favorite players.

Does your jersey number hold any significance to you? I was thinking of changing it, but I decided to keep it since I have had it since 7th grade.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how have they helped you become better a better Offensive Lineman? I play basketball and I throw shotput and discus; basketball has made me more athletic, and have quicker feet, track allows me to get in the weight room more, shot put helps with my stance and kick step.

Outside of sports, do you have any hobbies you like to do? I like watching anime and playing video games.

What is your favorite pre-game song to listen to? Dreams and Nightmares by Meek Mill.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? Probably the way I’m built, how I can move, and my athleticism.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your sophomore season? I stopped playing mid-season for my grandparent’s health, I still worked out and kept myself in shape I just didn’t practice or play in games.

Do you have any goals for your junior season? I want to be a Top ten lineman in the state and be 1st team all-district.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? My Dad, Trent Williams, Brandon Lafell.

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evin Strange is a Class of 2023 Defensive End for Liberty Christian High School in Argyle, Texas. Even in his early high school career, Devin possesses an awesome build to actively make the quarterback feel his presence at 6’3” 215 pounds. This build allows for him to be fast enough to get around tackles and tight end, but still be able to make the big hit. One thing that stands out about Devin’s game, is that he never gives up on a play; this can be seen as he doesn’t stop until the whistle blows and it seems like he is always going to be a part of the tackle. Strange has a high football IQ that is shown on the field by his ability to read the backfield with ease. This knowledge of the game translates to his class work as Devin has a 3.5 GPA. Look out for Devin Strange to terrorize offensive lines his entire Junior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I started playing football in 1st grade because it kept me busy and it looked fun to play.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me that even when you fail you have to get up and try harder, family and leadership skills, and just how to be tough.

Would you consider yourself a speed rusher, power rusher, or a run stopper? I would consider myself to be a speed rusher, I use my speed and hands to get around offensive lines.

What’s your go to move to get past an offensive lineman? My favorite move is a rip or a swim move.

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What technique do you like to line up in? I like to line up in a wide five, it gives me more time to set up my move and decide what to do.

What are some things you think about pre snap? Of course, I look at the lineman and his stance, I also look at the backfield to see if there’s someone in the backfield, or if there is a tight end.

Do you see yourself as more of a hard-hitting tackler, or a conservative one? I see myself as a hard-hitting tackler.

What defensive scheme would best utilize your talents? A 3-4, just because I don’t have to go outside as much.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? I think Jamal Adams playstyle mirrors my game the most.

How do you think extreme biking/boarding and basketball has made you a better football player? Both extreme biking/boarding and basketball have made me more in shape and kept me active.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? Probably my pash rushing skill and my ability to drop back in coverage.

How did Covid-19 impact your Sophomore season? I didn’t get the chance to get as much work in as I would’ve, and I lost the opportunity to play in one game because I got the virus.

Going into your junior season, do you have any goals set? My goals are to get more offers and exposure, and also to gain weight and be in the best shape as possible.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my dad, he has taught me a lot of lessons that help me in the real world.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? One time I went through adversity, I had Oscar Slaughters which is growing pain, I got through it with my dad’s endless support.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of Devin Strange?They are going to get a hardworking player not only in the field, but in the classroom.

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eylin Hasert is a Guard and Center in The Class of 2022 for Marshall High School in Marshall, Minnesota. Hasert has a college ready build standing in at 6’5” and 290 lbs., he uses his size to bully opposing defenses and leave them hopeless. He combines this great size with incredible strength and bulldozes any defensive player who comes his way. In his film he is sometimes seen blocking 2 defenders at once, he is literally a one-man double team. His success doesn’t end on the football field, he is also great in the classroom, posting a 3.3 GPA. With all his talent and another year of high school football ahead of him, we are excited to see what Delyin Hasert has in store.

Favorite moment of your career so far? At a team camp we won the Jackrabbit competition, and it really got our team hyped up for the season.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and if so, what do you think they add to your game? I played basketball for 6-7 years, it really helped with my footwork and conditioning, it also helped me gain a strong love for competition.

Going into your Senior season, what are you looking forward to? Just getting the opportunity to compete again, there is a lot of good things that happened this year and there will be so many more opportunities next year.

Do you have a quote that you stick by? “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard” What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? They would get someone who is humble but is also a good, fun, player with a big personality. I love messing around with my coaches and teammates but when I get on the field, I give my 100%.

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When did you start playing football and why? My first time playing was flag football in third grade, I didn’t really like it initially, I preferred baseball. I didn’t even really enjoy football until 7th or 8th Grade, but after that I’ve been in love with the game.

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What motivates you to get up and train every day? My mom sisters and grandma, I like showing my sisters that they can achieve anything with hard work.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I get on my teammates in the weight room and check up on all of them. I want the best out of all my teammates, so I push them and help them to get better.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? A lot of athletes chase to make money but for me it’s not about making the NFL, I just want to be the best player that I can be and achieve the goals that I set for myself.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My blocking, it sets me apart from most players.

Favorite part about playing on the offensive line? The offensive line is just such a tight knit group of guys, we are like a family. If one of us is down, you best believe that there are at least 4 of us there to help him back up.

Do you have a favorite play to run? We have a power play where we pull and that’s probably my favorite.

I see you often pancake the guy in front of you, what are some techniques you use to do this? Learning the leverage and angle, I think that footwork is super important along with the ability to use your hands.

What are some advantages you think you gain with your size? I think in high school, not many kids are my size, so it helps me move guys and create holes. Sometimes I can block 1 or 2 guys and create a hole for my offense to get through.

Do you take pride in protecting your qb? Yeah, I do, I think it’s one of the best jobs on the field, I wouldn’t change it for anything.

What are you thinking pre-snap while on the Oline? Just to dominate the

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uring the 2020 season, Treyvion Holly was one of the best players in the state and he was only a sophomore. Holly currently attends Union Parish High School in Farmerville, LA. The 2023 running back is currently listed at 5’8, 180 pounds and is able to do whatever he wants once that ball is in his hands. Whenever Holly is able to reach the second level, more likely than not he is going to score with his great speed and elusiveness in the open field. This young man had a historic season last year, but he has his eyes set on next season. After speaking with him, he made it clear that he has more to accomplish, and I am willing to bet that he will have an even greater season next year. This incredible young man also has a 3.2 GPA while playing two other sports along with football.

What is your why? A lot of coaches want to know if your heart and mind is in the right place. Why do you go so hard, why is it so important that you play at the next level? I started liking football when I was very young, and it became much more important to me when my grandpa died. My grandpa was a big sports fan, and we would always talk about how I would go to the NFL. When he passed, I wanted to give up but something in my heart told me not to. If he was still here today, he would want me to follow my dream. And for me to able to do it will really be special because he wanted me to make it to the NFL. Playing sports is for him.

treyvion holly In what ways has football benefited your life? It has benefited my life greatly. Where running back union parish farmerville, La ht: 5’8” wt: 180 gpa:3.2 class of 2023

I am from people don’t make it far. To have young people asking questions like “How did you get this far”, it feels great because that proved that I am doing my job and my coaches are doing their job too by making me a better man.

What advice would you give a young kid trying to make it in football? First keep God with you wherever you go. Next, I would say to keep working and make sure you are staying motivated. Don’t let anyone tell what you can and can’t do because you can do anything you put your mind to. Finally, I would say to keep your grades up.

What are your hobbies outside of football? What do you do like to do in your spare time? I am a tri-sport athlete. I play basketball and baseball as well. I like to go fishing and hunting. I love being around my family, having fun at the bonfires, and I also like playing video games and stuff.

In what ways has basketball and baseball impacted your football ability? Basketball has helped me stay in shape and has also helped with my footwork. The constant running up and down the court has helped with my endurance, and also has taught me to keep your feet moving. Baseball is all about hip rotation when swinging a bat and your hips are essential when playing football.

In your opinion, what do you think is the highlight of your career? And why id that moment so important to you? State championship game. Growing up in 2013, I was at the state championship and my current team Union Parish was playing in it.

After they won, I told my coach that I will be playing in this game one day. And it came true.

Who is your favorite NFL or College player? What parts of their games do you like the most? Clyde Edwards-Helaire. I love his game. Even though he is not the tallest, his mind is strong. I know he does not care when people talk about his height, so I like him a lot.

How do you think your coaches and teammates would describe you? Respectful, a leader, always trying to keep the going. Very humble and always being a problem solver for the team. If anyone needs help with something, I will be the first to help.

How would you describe your game? Im a patient running back. I like to let the hole develop.

How has corona affected the way you stay and shape and workout? It has affected a lot. Over the summer I was supposed to go to camps and college visits. After corona, I wasn’t able to do any of that and was forced to adapt how I worked out, for example I had to ask my coach for workouts to at home and it was hard. Our workout sessions used to be every day and now it’s like the offense has certain days and the defense has certain days.

What would a college team be getting out of you? What are you looking for in a program? I am looking for a college that will make me feel at home. I want to be comfortable in the system. What they will get out of is a person that goes 110% at all times in everything I do.

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leyton Francis is an outside linebacker at Rayne High School in Rayne, LA and is in the class of 2022. Although Bleyton is an outside linebacker by position, he also plays safety and quarterback. Bleyton is fast and explosive, resulting in him being a big playmaker for the Wolves.

He always knows where the ball is and finds a way to make the tackle. On top of his defensive knowledge, Bleyton also played quarterback and can make plays on both sides of the ball using his impressive speed and agility, making him very difficult to tackle. As most quarterbacks are, Bleyton is also a leader with great instincts and it shows, as he was awarded 4-4A all-district athlete for the 2020-2021 season.

What did football teach you about yourself of life once you began playing? I started playing football when I was 14 and it’s taught me a lot, mostly how to control yourself in certain situations Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport? My mom has been my biggest role model What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? It was a district game to be district champions and I threw the game winning touchdown Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? I started wrestling my freshman year and it helped me get stronger and I also played basketball that helped with my stamina.

As a quarterback, what is it like being in a leadership position and what do you think are the most rewarding and challenging aspects? The most challenging thing is that you definitely cannot do everything by yourself. I’ve always naturally been a leader so it comes pretty easy to me and I would say the most rewarding part is leading your team to a victory What current player, college or NFL, do you think reflects your play stile the most? On the defensive side of the ball I would say Jamal Adams and on the offensive side I would say someone like Patrick Mahomes because I’m mobile and good with my arm too The 2021 season is still a little far out, but is there anything that you are already looking forward to for next season? Of course our main goal is to go undefeated and as far as my personal goals go I want to throw at least 8 touchdowns. Last season I only scored five and I really want to top that.

What’s some advice you would give to younger players that want to play high school football one day? Stay focused, stay motivated, have a good team on your side and even if you feel like you can’t do something, still strive to do it and push yourself as far as your body will let you.

This past season was obviously very different with all of the Covid restrictions. What adjustments did your team have to make and how were you all able to overcome that? None of our games were cancelled last season, but there were a few teams taken off of our schedule. I don’t think the Corona really had a lot of effects on our team Finally, what do you believe is the most rewarding part about playing the sport and being part of a team? The most rewarding part of last season for me was winning the All-District athlete award. I didn’t win the MVP but I still thought it was pretty cool.

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amien Knighten is a 5’10” 157lbs versatile athlete in the class of 2022 at Baker High school in Baton Rouge, LA. Playing quarterback, receiver, and defensive back, Damien is the definition of a well-rounded athlete. With a 3.2GPA, the field is not the only place that Damien has excelled at. After transferring schools and being forced to miss an entire season, Damian is determined to show what he can do and the many qualities he brings to any team he plays on.

What did football teach you about yourself of life once you began playing? When I first started playing football I just used to like to run and I liked the contact too.

Who or what has been your biggest motivation or role model in the sport? My biggest motivation has been my parents, they always push me to my limits. They’ve always wanted me to be the best I can be at any sport I’ve played. I’ve ran track, I’ve played basketball, and baseball too and they always push me to my limits.

What is your favorite memory while playing the sport? Last year when I led my team to the quarter finals. That was my first year playing quarterback so I was just happy to be able to lead my team out there and that I had brought them to the quarter finals.

Are you involved with any other sports or activities at school besides football and if so, how do you think those experiences have helped you on the football field? Track I feel like helps me with my flexibility, and baseball and basketball just help me to be a better athlete.

Outside of sports do you have any hobbies or passions that you do in your free time and what about them do you enjoy the most? In my free time I either workout, do some work, or try to make a little money.

I have a side hustle cutting grass and that’s all I really do.

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Do you have a favorite athlete, college or Nfl, that you look up to?

When I look at other people that play my position, I usually look at Odell Beckham, Justin Jefferson, and Davante Adams and try to run my routes like them, look at their workouts, and follow their steps.

What current player, college or NFL, do you think reflects your play stile the most? Justin Jefferson, everyone tells me that I play a lot like Justin Jefferson For the 2021 season coming up have you set any personal goals and has your team set any specific goals for the season? Team wise, we want to win a state championship. My personal goal is to get on the radar, I don’t have anything to prove but I just want to show people how great I am. I had to sit out and entire season because I’m a transfer, so I just want to show people how great I am.

What’s some advice you would give to younger players that want to play high school football one day? Just to stay with it and keep working. There’s not really much more too it, just keep working to get better on and off the field.

This past season was obviously very different with all of the Covid restrictions. What adjustments did your team have to make and how were you all able to overcome that? Our practices were limited so we couldn’t really put in as much work as we wanted to. And during the season we had to sit out for a whole month. We luckily had a bye week before the playoffs. That really kind of brought a toll on the team but we were all good.

Finally, what do you believe is the most rewarding part about playing the sport and being part of a team? I think that the best thing about playing this sport Is the bond that you make with your teammates and just wanting to ball with them. Everyone wants to compete to go to the next level, so they help me by pushing me to be better and I help them out by pushing them to be better. We’re really trying to help each other out to get to the next level.

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yron Henderson is a class of 2022 Wide Receiver for Justin F. Kimball High School in Dallas, Texas. Although he is only a high school senior, Kyron possesses a build most receiver dream of at 6’6” 200 lbs. With this build, he is able to be any kind of receiver you need him to be, either going up for jump balls or making a play after the catch. His versatility as a receiver makes his potential unmatched at the next level. He may be a star on the football field, but his excellence in the classroom matches that with a 3.7 GPA. Kyron Henderson is definitely a player to look out for in his senior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I started playing football at 8 year old, I chose to play it because I was really good at a young age.

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What life skills has football taught you over time? To stay humble and not to get sidetracked.

Would you consider yourself a RAC (Run After Catch), Possession, or a go up and get it type of receiver? I would consider myself to be a little bit of all three. I can be any type of receiver the coach needs me to be.

Do you act as an agile receiver who avoids contact, or do you not shy away from it? I run into contact and bounce off of it.

As a Wide Receiver, what is your favorite route to run? Why? I like to run a

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Would you rather have the corner press up, or play off of you? It don’t matter, he’s getting mossed.

What are some things you have to do to beat your man? I slap him to the sideline, after that they’re behind me.

What are some things you look for when you line up on the ball? To see if the corner is going to be inside or outside. After that, I can make my next move.

Do you have a favorite career moment up to this point? We were playing against Carter High School, and I caught a hitch and go and took it the distance.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? I think Calvin Johnson or Randy Moss’s style mirrors my game the most.

Does your jersey number hold any significance to you? I think the lowest number on the team is the best player on the team. I would be number 1 but that number was already taken.

How has Basketball improved your game on the gridiron? Basketball has taught me how to get past people; You can use basketball moves in a football game.

Outside of sports, do you have any hobbies you like to do? Play video games.

What your favorite pre-game song to listen to? My favorite song is I Run Spider Gang, Maine Musik.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? My hands and my height, my hands are like glue not many balls getting dropped.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your junior season? It messed up my junior season really bad, recruiting was slowed down and I didn’t get to go on a lot of visits.

Do you have any goals set for you senior year? I want to get SAT score up so no college can turn me down.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my Paw Paw, Keith Roberts.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? Yesterday at the basketball game, I got fouled out, and moved on from it.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of you? Colleges are going to get a player who will grind at practice and in games.

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ank Beatty is a Wide Receiver in the Class of 2022 for Rochester High School in Rochester, Illinois. Standing in at 5’11” and 165 lbs., Beatty has a great build for a quick and fast receiver. Beatty is a cornerback’s worst nightmare as he is a very precise route runner along with being extremely fast. His speed is displayed all over his film as well as his 4.5 second 40 time, which is faster than NFL Legend Jerry Rice! His agility in open field is unmatched, he can move through entire opposing defenses and make it seem effortless. His crazy success on the football field transfers right over to the classroom as he has a 4.0 GPA. With his junior year starting now, Hank Beatty should be a player everyone should look out for.

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing in 6th grade, before that I played soccer, all my friends played football, but my mom didn’t let me play until I got older.

Favorite moment of your career so far? In 2019 when I was a sophomore, my team won state in 5A and it was our first year in 5A. What current or past player do you think you play like the most? Courtland Sutton and Chris Godwin.

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Track, Soccer and basketball. Track helps me maintain my speed in the offseason and get faster for the season. Soccer helps me with my field vision and my footwork. Basketball helps me with lateral movement.

Do you have any pregame rituals? Before every game I listen to music and stretch, Wins and losses Meek

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Going into your Junior season, what are you looking forward to? Being able to play for our seniors, they were worried that they weren’t going to get to play this season so now that they can I’m excited to get to go out and play with them.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “Get better every day.”

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? I bring a lot of competition to the team; I love going up against good players and improving both of our games. I’m also a quick learner, I have no issues learning new plays.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? Knowing that there are other kids doing more than me.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? I would say that I’m a leader, I bring people up when they aren’t having a good game or coaching people up when they are struggling.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? Probably my head coach, he is a big inspiration to me not only in football but in everyday life.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? All my life when I play sports, I pick it up really easily and I learn it really fast.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My hands, I am really good at adjusting to the ball and making any catch necessary whether that is one or two handed. Anything that I am able to reach, I am going to catch.

Would you consider yourself a possession, speed, or route running specialist? Route running and I’m also fast.

Do you prefer to be pressed by the DB or not? Yeah, it makes it more competitive and fun.

Favorite route? A post route.

Favorite skill move in open field? A jump cut.

Inside or outside routes? I like out routes, it’s fun being near the sideline and making toe tap catches.

Favorite catching drill? We do a drill where there is a QB 10 yards away and you are turned around. You have to turn around and the QB throws it at you and then you have 2 teammates next to you trying to make you drop the ball.

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ylan Senda is a Lineman in the Class of 2023 for Divine Child High School in Dearborn, Michigan. Senda has an incredible build for his position standing in at 6’5” and 295 lbs.; this build allows him to wall off defenders at Offensive Guard and Center, while plowing through the O-line at D-tackle. While on offense, Senda uses his size and strength to stop defenses in their tracks and allow his backfield all the time in the world. On defense, he combines his strength with precise technique to get into the backfield and stop anything the offense throws at him. His size and strength may be impressive, but what really stands out to me is how he gives his 110% effort every snap and doesn’t give up until the whistle is blown. With his impressive work ethic and great potential, we should be excited to see what Dylan Senda is going to do in the future.

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing flag football at 5 years old. I started tackle football in 3rd grade. Why because I was born to play football. I was a big athletic kid from the get-go and love the game.

Favorite moment of your career so far? Playing with my teammates on the Divine Child Varsity Football Team as well as starting as being a starter on both sides of the ball since my Freshman year.

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What current or past player do you think you play like the most? Quenton Nelson, OG for the Indianapolis Colts. I like his style of play as well as his character on & off the field.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? Push yourself to do better in everything you do better than you did the day before.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? I am an athlete that has really improved over the last year. I am 6’5 270 and things are really starting to click for me. I have improved my mobility, flexibility, and quickness. I am just scratching the surface at what I can do. I am dedicated to work hard each and every day to gradually get better. I am consistent and have the right plan to continue to get better. I would be a true team player, a leader and a very competitive baller.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? I truly love the game of football. I love everything about it... the completeness, the athleticism needed to play at your optimum level as well as being a part of a brotherhood or team. I also love the chase of winning from being prepared and giving it your all.

What do you think makes you a good teammate? My character, my desire to support and work with my teammates to achieve our goal of winning.

Also, leadership skills have been helpful.

What do you think the best part of your game is? Technique, and aggressiveness as well as the ability to make plays.

Favorite part about playing on the offensive line? Being able block somebody to help your team score a touchdown. Taking a man from point A to B down the field or pancaking them right off the line.

Do you have a favorite play to run? I love our DC run plays because I can get physical and make plays happen.

I see you often pancake the guy in front of you, what are some techniques you use to do this? Getting your hands on the right spot of the shoulder pads, combined with fast feet to drive the man into the ground.

You also have to really want to do it!

What are some advantages you think you gain with your size? More strength/power off the snap and increased leverage are some of the advantages.

Do you take pride in protecting your qb? Of course, all day! I do the dirty work so he can stay pretty.

What are you thinking pre-snap while on the Oline? I specifically watch the D- line to know what steps I am going to take to give me the advantage.

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orian Gates is a Class of 2022 Defensive End for Klein Oak High School in Spring, Texas. At 6’5” 215 lbs., Dorian has a premier build to relentlessly pursue to quarterback and make a play in the backfield. Dorian can often be seen stripping the ball out of the quarterback’s hands or making the big sack. Something that separates Gates from his peers is his ability to recognize the play.

It seems like no matter what, Dorian makes the right decision that ultimately benefits his defense. Not to mention, he is almost impossible to block as he had 11 sacks last season in six games. Dorians skills translate over to the classroom as he currently has a 3.9 GPA. With his elite combination of size and speed, Dorian Gates is definitely a player to look out for in his senior season.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I started playing football when I was 8, it’s a big tradition in Texas, pure fun but I enjoy the. challenges it brings on a daily basis. It’s also a. good way to stay in shape.

What life skills has football taught you over time? I would say one of the most valuable skills I’ve learned is to just get back up, and to keep going.

Would you consider yourself a speed rusher, power rusher, or a run stopper? I would say to be more of a speed rusher and run stopper, because of my body type length and my twitchy explosiveness.

What’s your go to move to get past an offensive lineman? I love to dip and rip, never fails if you do it right.

What technique do you like to line up in? 5 technique allows me to play outside leverage and to keep contain of the pocket.

What are some things you think about pre snap? Pre snap I’m looking how a tackle is lined up, his stance and where his weight is at.

I see you often looking over to the sideline to make adjustments are you a captain?

I’m not a captain, but the defensive scheme we run has lots of communication and gives our defensive ends freedom.

Do you see yourself as more of a hard-hitting tackler, or a conservative one? I would say more of a conservative tackler.

What defensive scheme would best utilize your talents? Definitely a 4-2-5, I like playing in a one on one matchup.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? Jason Pierre Paul, he can do it all, and is underestimated as a big dude.

How has throwing shot put and discus made you a better pass rusher?They have put an emphasis on body control, it’s all about putting your hips into the throws, plus it helps me get off.

Does your jersey number (30) hold any significance to you? I have been 30 my whole life, wanted to be 99 originally but it was taken.

What your favorite pre-game song to listen to? Most of the time, I listen to what the teams playing.

With your 3.9 GPA, how important do you consider your academics? Academics are very important to me, I come from a family that emphasizes that.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? Probably my get off, there’s been 3-4 games where the tackle has no chance against me.

How did Covid-19 impact your junior season? Covid-19 forced me to reevaluate my perception of football in a positive way, I’ve been more appreciative of what I have.

Going into your senior season, do you have any goals set? Vengeance, I had 11 sacks through 6 games, and I was given the 2 team all-district. I want to be 1st team all-district.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to both of my parents, my mother and father both came from poverty and got through with hard work.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? Second semester of sophomore year, high school classes got harder to prepare for exams, especially because of the pandemic.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of Dorian Gates? They are going to get Dorian Gates, a player who is dedicated, true to himself, and he is going to work every day to be the best player he can be.

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ouglas Brooks is a Class of 2022 Defensive Tackle/Running Back for Shiner High School in Shiner, Texas. At 6’0” 265 lbs., Brooks has a unique build that allows him to play both positions at a very high level. When he is on the defensive line, the quarterback must get the ball out in a hurry or havoc will be wrecked upon the backfield. As a running back, Douglas can be seen utilizing his defensive tackle size to bulldoze through opposing defenses, as they often need more than two guys to take him down. Doug has sneaky speed that allows him to beat offensive lineman off the ball, but also to punish defenders who take a bad angle, this is shown through his 4.78 40-yard dash. He is very effective in the screen game, as many defenses believe he is just in to block. The dual position athlete is talented on the field and in the classroom as he has a 3.8 GPA. With another year left in his high school career, Douglas Brooks is a player to look out for in his senior campaign.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I chose to play football for fun, and I started at age 5.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me how to be a man, how step up, and how to work in a team setting.

Would you consider yourself to be a power, elusive, or a receiving back?

I would consider myself to be a power back because of my size and its easier for my game.

As a running back do you prefer runs inside or outside? The inside, where all the commotion is at, I like it because I can show my strength, and I’m more of a short yardage runner.

What’s your favorite play to run? My favorite play is Halfback wham right behind the guard.

What technique do you prefer to play in? I prefer the 3 for the one on one situation but it doesn’t matter to me.

What’s your go to move to get past offensive lineman? I would say my go to move is the swim move because I’m quicker than them and it allows me to get past offensive lineman faster.

Could you tell me a little about your state championship run? It meant a lot for me and it’s been a while, it was the 1st one for my school since 2004.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most?

As a running back I see my game mirroring Derrick Henry’s and for defensive tackle Aaron Donald, this is because he’s undersized but has a lot of tools.

Does your jersey number (1) hold any significance to you? Nah, I just picked it up because my brother picked up number, so now we always next to each other.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how have they helped you become a better football player? I throw shot and discus, it helped me develop my focus and patience.

Outside of sports, do you have any hobbies you like to do? Working out always trying to get bigger.

What your favorite pre-game song to listen to? Dreams and Nightmares, Meek Mill In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? I would say my quickness for defense and strength for offense.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your junior season? Honestly it made it better, because it improved ability to handle adversity, we just played like we had a regular season. We also got more practice, which allowed us as a team to learn more things.

Do you have any goals for your senior season? I want 100 tackles and to be 1st all state.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? My father, He’s a strong man, who’s strong minded and willed, he always knows how to get the job done.

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li Masingale is a Class of 2023 Running Back/Outside Linebacker for Ozark High School in Ozark, Arkansas. Eli has an excellent build that allows him to play both sides of the ball at a very high level at 5’11” 185 lbs. On offense, he can be seen tearing defenses apart with his quick acceleration and his ability to break tackles. He proved this last season by rushing for over 1,000 yards with 11 touchdowns! On the defensive side of the ball, Eli shows off his elite presence off the edge by doing everything from sacking the quarterback to stopping the run. The dual position athlete also shines in the classroom with a 4.0 GPA. With plenty of time left in his high school career, Eli Masingale is a player took look out for.

Why did you choose to play football and when did you start? I started playing football in 3rd grade, stuck with football because of the competitive nature and the opportunity to work as a team.

What life skills has football taught you over time? Football has taught me how to work with others and how to push through the hard things.

Would you consider yourself to be a power, elusive, or a receiving back?

This year, I would consider myself to be an elusive back, but I want to be more of a power back next season.

As a running back, do you prefer runs inside or outside? I like runs to the outside, because I have more space to the outside however, I don’t mind running between the tackles and taking a hit.

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What’s your favorite move to do in game? (Juke, Spin, Hurdle) I love the stuff arm, but I also like to do hesitations.

What’s your favorite play to run? My favorite play is stretch.

What are some things you look at pre-snap? I look at where the linebackers are and where the lineman are to read the blocks.

What kind of outside linebacker would you consider yourself to be? I’m kind of a defensive end/outside line\backer that contains runs to the inside.

How often do you play on defense? I started every game this year on defense.

What current or past player, do you think your game mirrors the most? I think my game mirrors Dalvin Cook.

Does your jersey number (26) hold any significance to you? I chose that because my favorite player is Saquon Barkley.

Outside of sports, do you have any hobbies you like to do? I enjoy going in the outdoors, working out, and being active.

Do you play any sports outside of football? If so, how has that helped you on the runningback? Track, it helped me with my speed and keeps me in shape.

In your opinion, what is the best aspect of your game? I would say just my ability to make people miss and to read blocks.

How do you think Covid-19 impacted your sophomore season? I had to work out a lot more at home, it was more of an offseason thing as we had the same amount of games as a regular season.

What are some goals you have for your junior season? I really would like to get 2000 yard 15+ touchdowns and just to get bigger faster and stringer. I also want to up my bench to 300 pounds and squat 400 pounds.

At the end of the day, who is someone you look up to? I look up to my father because he showed me how to work hard and to push through hard times.

Describe a time where you were going through adversity, how did you get through it? As a sophomore, I had to adjust to the speed of high school football. Trying to earn a starting spot on both sides of the ball required me to learn a new position on defense and work to get stronger and faster at running back.

Finally, what are colleges going to get out of you? They are going to get someone who loves the game of the football, is team oriented, and is eager to get better.

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mmett Johnson is a Running Back and Safety in the Class of 2022 for The Academy of Holy Angels High School in Richfield, Minnesota. Johnson possesses a build that other players dream of having, standing in at 6’0” and 180 pounds, his size allows him to bully and dominate opposing players on both sides of the ball. At running back, Johnson slices through defenses with his outstanding agility and elusiveness, nobody stands a chance at tackling him 1 on 1! His ability to avoid tackles is paired perfectly with his incredible strength and breakneck speed; all of this is displayed in his film as he seems to be able to take on opposing defenses 11 on 1. On defense Johnson minimalizes opposing offenses at the safety position. His ability to read the offense and come back to the ball is crazy, receivers often have no time to think after catching the ball as Johnson has already tackled them to the ground. With seemingly unlimited potential and another year of high school football ahead of him, Emmett Johnson should be a player that everyone looks out for next year.

When did you start playing football and why? I started playing when I was 8, my coach got me into it when I was playing with my friends at a park.

Favorite moment of your career so far? Winning the sectional championship. Another one is 5 TDs and 400 yards against a really tough team and a win.

What current or past player do you think you play like the most? My game is really similar to Alvin Kamara, I can catch the ball, I’m a hard runner, and can make cuts.

Emmett Johnson running back

Do you play any sports outside of football, and what do you think you adds to your game? Basketball and Track. Basketball helps with my vision and my ability to read the holes; it also helps my ability to make people miss. Track helps with my breakaway speed once I get past the secondary.

Do you have any pre-game rituals? I always listen to music; I just get into my own space and get into my zone.

into your senior season, what are you looking forward to? I’m academy of holy angels Going trying to undefeated and win a state championship. My personal goal is to

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win Mr. Football and rush for 3000 yards and 35 touchdowns.

Do you have a quote or anything that pushes you daily? “Hard work pays off ”, I love to work hard and work on myself.

What do you think a college would get out of you as a player? Biggest thing would be that I’m a winner, I will do anything for my team to win, I’m also very competitive.

What motivates you to get up and train every day? Seeing my parents get up every morning and work hard so that I can have what I do What do you think makes you a good teammate? My ability to lead my example and verbally, I help them by talking through things to them as well as playing my role.

Who has pushed you most in your football journey? My older brother, he is 2 years older than me and works out with me a lot and taught me a lot of things on the field.

What do you think sets you apart from other athletes? My music probably, I listen to all types of music, I don’t just limit myself to hip hop.

What do you think the best part of your game is? My ability to make people miss in open field.

Would you consider yourself an elusive back, power back, or receiving back? I would consider myself a combination of anything, whatever the team needs. I work on all three so that I can do them all whenever.

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Do you try to avoid contact or do you embrace it? My sophomore season I would use my speed to get around people, but this past season I’ve put on some strength and I run people over now and can do both.

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Eric Beloney is a class of 2023 wide receiver from Lake Charles College Prep High School in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Eric is 5’8 and weighs around 150 pounds with a bench press of 215lbs. Beloney has the strength to get past defensive backs and catch the ball with his hands. Receivers of his stature and build are hard to come by. Eric currently has a 4.0 GPA and will soon be taking the ACT. What things are you looking for most in a football program? In a football program I mostly look for progression and opportunity. If the coaches can get the players to where they need to be and give them the tools to be great as well as exposure and the opportunity to be recognized by college coaches, then the program will be solid.

What motivated you to get into playing this sport? My main motivation for playing football is my mother who passed away when I was younger and my father who is still incarcerated. They push me to make it in this sport. I’ve always done it for them.

What does football mean to you? Football means the absolute world to me. One of the many things I know very well. Honestly, without football I don’t know where exactly I would be mentally. It keeps my head straight and geared towards a greater goal. Football made me who I am.

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What’s your favorite thing about your position? My favorite thing about playing wide receiver is making a man miss. Being shifty and fast is a God given talent, and not too many people have that fast twitch and because I do, I love to use it to my advantage. Stick talk is real.

What would you say are your main strengths on the field? My main strengths on the field are my hands and IQ. I can read the zone and sit in the holes accordingly. Once I do that, the rest is history, catch the ball and get up field.

Three words to describe yourself. Persistent, hard-working, and confident.

How do you balance your schoolwork and football? Honestly, school is easy for me. I have a 4.0 GPA and I take advance classes so I really can put a lot of effort and focus on football.

Do you have a favorite NFL or College Athlete? My favorite college athletes are Tutu Atwell from Louisville and Rondale Moore from Purdue.

They are smaller and faster receivers like myself and I can take a little bit of their game and put it into mine.

What’s been the highlight of your football career? Well, right now I’m only a sophomore in high school and I started my freshman and sophomore years helping my team go to the playoffs, but I still have yet to have a breakout season, which is definitely coming my junior year.

What type of things do you do in your offseason to keep yourself in shape?

In the off season to stay in shape, I consistently run, whether it be at track or on the field. But football never stops for me. It’s year-round. I do 7 on 7 for eps blaze so in the off season that’s where I’m at.

What has football taught you about yourself or life? Football has been taught me how to work and keep working because it’ll all pay off. I learned a little bit of myself through football too because of the many hardships that life through at me. Now I know for a fact I can overcome anything; I just have to keep God first.

What would you bring to a college team? To a college team, I’d bring my IQ, playmaking, and leadership to a college team. I feel as if I make my team around me better and can definitely produce.

What would you say are some of your strengths? Route-running and reading the field.

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How do you prepare for an upcoming game? To prepare for an upcoming game, I do my routine things. I watch film, practice hard, and perfect my craft a little more each time. Catching as many balls as possible and making my routes a little crisper every day. I like to do personal on the opposing team too.

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