I would like to apologize for some technical difficulty that I have been recently experiencing posting some new updates. I will continue to work out the issue and re post my entries for Saturday as well as Sunday.
Once again I apologize.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Friday, September 25, 2009
Updates For Before the Weekend
I just want to remind readers that I am always looking for new ideas and suggestions as far as players an post topics. Make sure you either email or comment so I can address these comments/questions.
On another note there will be some competitive games on this weekend and as a big ACC fan I will be tuned into the Virginia Tech vs. Miami game. In this match up I am looking to see if the Hokies defense can get any type of pressure on Jacory Harris or is the Whipple offense going to be too much. Some intriguing match ups within the game will come from how VT's safeties will match up with Miami's 3rd wide receiver as well as their physically gifted TE's. I am also interested in seeing how effective VT's somewhat one dimensional offense will be against a young but talented and speedy Miami defense. VT's QB Taylor will be a key in moving around in the pocket and making some plays with his legs as well as his arm.
Tomorrow I will make sure to update you on some of the top high school talent that is playing this evening as well as some results for college games that will be taking place.
To all my loyal readers I appreciate the request and suggestions. Thanks
On another note there will be some competitive games on this weekend and as a big ACC fan I will be tuned into the Virginia Tech vs. Miami game. In this match up I am looking to see if the Hokies defense can get any type of pressure on Jacory Harris or is the Whipple offense going to be too much. Some intriguing match ups within the game will come from how VT's safeties will match up with Miami's 3rd wide receiver as well as their physically gifted TE's. I am also interested in seeing how effective VT's somewhat one dimensional offense will be against a young but talented and speedy Miami defense. VT's QB Taylor will be a key in moving around in the pocket and making some plays with his legs as well as his arm.
Tomorrow I will make sure to update you on some of the top high school talent that is playing this evening as well as some results for college games that will be taking place.
To all my loyal readers I appreciate the request and suggestions. Thanks
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Camps Don't Tell it All
Often kids will be more highly recruited after the summer camp circuits, where guys run around in t-shirts and shorts and show their god given talent in a controlled environment. So often these camps are prepared for and the drills are rehearsed in order to do well at them. Now don't get me wrong sometimes it is important to check out a players ability and see some of the measurables'. But to me the real truth comes out on the field.
A defensive end by the name of Corey Lemonier saw his stock slightly drop after not running a coveted 40 time. The funny thing is if you look at Corey's measurables' he looks like potentially elite prospect. He stands at 6'4 221lbs. His frame has room to add bulk and does not have any fat on him. The biggest thing that jumps out to you on film and in person is the length of his arms. The literally drop down to his knees.
When I turn on the film I see a weak side defensive end who can rush the passer and is would be great against the spread offense. He has great lateral movement that allows him to hold the edge when playing against the run. It is extremely hard for offensive linemen to reach him because of how he places his hands on tackles. Now once he reaches college and red-shirts I think quality coaching will take him over the top. Corey already has excellent body lean in his stance, but sometimes becomes too upright in run defense. And he could be more aggressive in some of his movements especially against the run and tackling ball carriers. Despite that the film is what he should be evaluated on because Camps really Do Not Tell it ALL.
Check out Corey's Film:
A defensive end by the name of Corey Lemonier saw his stock slightly drop after not running a coveted 40 time. The funny thing is if you look at Corey's measurables' he looks like potentially elite prospect. He stands at 6'4 221lbs. His frame has room to add bulk and does not have any fat on him. The biggest thing that jumps out to you on film and in person is the length of his arms. The literally drop down to his knees.
When I turn on the film I see a weak side defensive end who can rush the passer and is would be great against the spread offense. He has great lateral movement that allows him to hold the edge when playing against the run. It is extremely hard for offensive linemen to reach him because of how he places his hands on tackles. Now once he reaches college and red-shirts I think quality coaching will take him over the top. Corey already has excellent body lean in his stance, but sometimes becomes too upright in run defense. And he could be more aggressive in some of his movements especially against the run and tackling ball carriers. Despite that the film is what he should be evaluated on because Camps really Do Not Tell it ALL.
Check out Corey's Film:
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
In the Shadow of a Super Star
So often you hear of recruiters going to high school games to check out one player and they end up finding another. That can be said of Da'Rick Rogers arguably the best prospect in Georgia and the number 1 receiver in Georgia. This Calhoun high school athlete is no stranger to recruiters. But this story isn't about Da'Rick Rogers, its about his wiley quarterback who helps Rogers get all that attention.
Nash Nance ( I know it sounds like a good Qb in the making) is a 6'4 205lbs. QB that is tasked with the job of getting Rogers the ball. In doing so Nance has racked up quite a bit of attention for himself. As the leader and facilitator in this spread offense Nance has impressed not only his coaches but colleges across the country. The verbal Vanderbilt commit shows great size and accuracy. The thing that caught my eye the most was his ability to move around and make plays on his feet. He has great shiftiness and always seems to make people miss. All call him a gamer because he might not show it at a combine but he has the ability to make plays. I think from his video it should be clear that this kid not only has a name for the position, but the ability to win games when called upon.....
Check Nash Nance out.
Nash Nance ( I know it sounds like a good Qb in the making) is a 6'4 205lbs. QB that is tasked with the job of getting Rogers the ball. In doing so Nance has racked up quite a bit of attention for himself. As the leader and facilitator in this spread offense Nance has impressed not only his coaches but colleges across the country. The verbal Vanderbilt commit shows great size and accuracy. The thing that caught my eye the most was his ability to move around and make plays on his feet. He has great shiftiness and always seems to make people miss. All call him a gamer because he might not show it at a combine but he has the ability to make plays. I think from his video it should be clear that this kid not only has a name for the position, but the ability to win games when called upon.....
Check Nash Nance out.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
The Hidden Workhorse....
Now its not so often that you hear stories of players who lack the ideal height, weight, and speed, but yet give a 110% every play. Those are the kids who actually play the game and every snap like its their last. These are the ones that earn scholarships as walk-ons or individuals who exceed expectations and always are counted on to play their role.
Well Joseph Champaign is a kid in that same mold. A 6'0 278 defensive end out of Grayson High School in Loganville, GA. Joseph is fun to watch because of his intensity and never ending motor. He gets after anything and everything on the field. He does the dirty work and always does it full speed. His motor never quits and often allows him to make plays when most players might give up.
When it comes to his stock and raw ability Champaign does some nice things including excellent hand placement and good technique coming off the edge. He is very physical with lineman, and has good leverage that allows him to bull rush on a consistent basis. The things he can improve on is his aggressiveness when it runs him out of plays. Also, his bull rush sometimes gets him into bigger lineman that can man handle him more so.
Despite his lack of ideal height I see Champaign as a player that competes and contributes at a division I school. Check out this video and see why I am so high on this workhorse.
Well Joseph Champaign is a kid in that same mold. A 6'0 278 defensive end out of Grayson High School in Loganville, GA. Joseph is fun to watch because of his intensity and never ending motor. He gets after anything and everything on the field. He does the dirty work and always does it full speed. His motor never quits and often allows him to make plays when most players might give up.
When it comes to his stock and raw ability Champaign does some nice things including excellent hand placement and good technique coming off the edge. He is very physical with lineman, and has good leverage that allows him to bull rush on a consistent basis. The things he can improve on is his aggressiveness when it runs him out of plays. Also, his bull rush sometimes gets him into bigger lineman that can man handle him more so.
Despite his lack of ideal height I see Champaign as a player that competes and contributes at a division I school. Check out this video and see why I am so high on this workhorse.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Pound for Pound one of the Best in Georgia
So often when people think of what is needed to play the game of football at a high level it comes down to physical characteristics such as size, speed, and strength. Well in the state of Georgia players like Alec Olgetree (6'3 215lbs.) and Garrison Smith (6'2 250ls.) are the ones who come to mind because of their physical stature. Well I am going to introduce a small yet highly productive player out of a state powerhouse.
Ean Pemberton, standing 5'5 152 lbs. is considered by some to be the pound for pound best running back in Georgia. This past weekend he ran for 148 yards and 3 touchdowns. Now the interesting thing is that Ean plays for Grayson high school which is a 5-A school in Georgia. The highest division within the state is known for its highly competitive teams and tough defenses. And on a team that has three division one players (not including Pemberton), Ean is the one that receives the most attention on the field.
Ean runs on the corners, in between the tackles, and everywhere else on the field. He uses his height (or lack there of) to hide behind blockers and make cuts through holes. He surprisingly runs up the middle a lot not really making a lot of moves, but hitting the holes quickly. Blessed with good vision and an ability to return kicks I see Pemberton getting a chance to play for some division I team. I think that the fact that players like Darren Sproles have made it more common for vertically challenged individuals to make the jump and be successful.
Check out Pemberton's video and decide for yourself.
Ean Pemberton, standing 5'5 152 lbs. is considered by some to be the pound for pound best running back in Georgia. This past weekend he ran for 148 yards and 3 touchdowns. Now the interesting thing is that Ean plays for Grayson high school which is a 5-A school in Georgia. The highest division within the state is known for its highly competitive teams and tough defenses. And on a team that has three division one players (not including Pemberton), Ean is the one that receives the most attention on the field.
Ean runs on the corners, in between the tackles, and everywhere else on the field. He uses his height (or lack there of) to hide behind blockers and make cuts through holes. He surprisingly runs up the middle a lot not really making a lot of moves, but hitting the holes quickly. Blessed with good vision and an ability to return kicks I see Pemberton getting a chance to play for some division I team. I think that the fact that players like Darren Sproles have made it more common for vertically challenged individuals to make the jump and be successful.
Check out Pemberton's video and decide for yourself.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
A Storied Program
To continue the topic of the week I will take a look at a storied program that has helped hundreds of young men make the jump from high school to college. The famous South West Dekalb high school in Decatur, Georgia is home to many fine athletes most notably Quincy Carter.
This school has been a recruiting hub for almost two decades and this year is no different. The recruiting is headlined by two University of Georgia commits; T.J. Stripling and Ken Malcome. But in my opinion the under rated Auburn commit in Jonathan Mincy could end up being a real quality find. The kid has nice size at cornerback listed at 5'10 185lbs. Mincy's cover skills coupled with his punt return skills make for a versatile threat. Mincy possess great balls skills and has a knack for catching the ball at its highest point. He also utilizes his great technique to put a body on bigger receivers and box them out when making plays on the ball. The areas for improvement are bump and run technique as well as becoming a more aggressive run stopping corner.
Needless to say Auburn is getting a true play maker at the corner position. I also see Auburn as smart decision for Mincy seeing that they have always produced top flight corners. And the program in which Mincy is coming from has always been considered one of the best in the talent laden state of Georgia.
Check Mincy and the rest of the SWD players out:
This school has been a recruiting hub for almost two decades and this year is no different. The recruiting is headlined by two University of Georgia commits; T.J. Stripling and Ken Malcome. But in my opinion the under rated Auburn commit in Jonathan Mincy could end up being a real quality find. The kid has nice size at cornerback listed at 5'10 185lbs. Mincy's cover skills coupled with his punt return skills make for a versatile threat. Mincy possess great balls skills and has a knack for catching the ball at its highest point. He also utilizes his great technique to put a body on bigger receivers and box them out when making plays on the ball. The areas for improvement are bump and run technique as well as becoming a more aggressive run stopping corner.
Needless to say Auburn is getting a true play maker at the corner position. I also see Auburn as smart decision for Mincy seeing that they have always produced top flight corners. And the program in which Mincy is coming from has always been considered one of the best in the talent laden state of Georgia.
Check Mincy and the rest of the SWD players out:
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