Offseason Stock-Risers: Six Names Worth Knowing
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August is a mere two weeks away which means the fall 2021 season is just around the corner. This offseason has been an eventful one for so many athletes who have attended multiple college camps and developmental events. For many…
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Continue ReadingAugust is a mere two weeks away which means the fall 2021 season is just around the corner. This offseason has been an eventful one for so many athletes who have attended multiple college camps and developmental events.
For many players, attending different camps and events has allowed them to raise their stock value by showcasing their skills in front of college coaches and scouts. Below is a list of six athletes who have used this offseason to sharpen their skills while raising their recruiting stock.
Dylan McCollough Dylan McCollough 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Regis Jesuit | 2023 State CO | Regis Jesuit | 5’11”, 175lbs | 2023 WR
McCollough took the scene by storm this past weekend by putting on a show-stealing performance at a defensive back camp instructed by Coach Oliver Davis, hosted by Colorado Wild Sports Academy. The shifty route runner is patient off the line and explosive out of his breaks, making him close to unstoppable during the camp. In fact, he ended the day going one-on-one with Coach Davis himself and earning the respect of everyone in attendance. McCollough showed up to the camp as a sleeper and left as a top wide receiver prospect in his class.
Huge thank you to to @I_Am_OD3! I had a great day learning from one of the best, I got some great advice and can’t wait to apply it. Much more to come. @JGonzo_24 @PrepRedzoneCO @CoachJayLong @_CoachBump @CoachSuttonUSD @abe_elimimian @DemarioWarren @ursua05 @coachjack212 pic.twitter.com/9K3HfC3eUH
— Dylan McCollough (@DylanMcColloug3) July 12, 2021
Bekkem Kritza Bekkem Kritza 6'4" | 180 lbs | QB Santa Margarita Catholic | 2025 CA | Fairview | 6’4”, 180lbs | 2025 QB
Kritza is a young player with ceilingless potential. He is entering his freshman year with the QB1 tag for the Knights, which is something he has been reinforcing during the offseason. So far, the Knights have competed in three 7-on-7 tournaments where he has helped to lead them to three consecutive tournament championship wins. Kritza will enter the fall season as one of the top overall players in his class, making him a must-know player.
What’s the old adage “you get better or you get worse, but you never stay the same.” Well, FHS Football got BETTER today!! Great day at the Centaurus HS 7v7 event, where we faced adversity, but this brotherhood carried us to another 7v7 Championship! 3-0 this summer! Let’s go! pic.twitter.com/63OreLxaOU
— Bekkem Kritza (@stretch2025) July 10, 2021
Bryce Vaz Bryce Vaz 5'9" | 180 lbs | RB Legend | 2022 State CO | Legend | 5’9”, 175lbs | 2022 RB
Vaz exploded onto the scene after a phenomenal performance during last year’s first round postseason victory where he rushed for 310 yards and six touchdowns. During the offseason, he has been attending college camps and turning the heads of all onlookers. Vaz is a tough running scat-back with great vision and excellent speed who is just as dangerous in the pass game as he is in the run game.
Had a great time competing up at CU yesterday! Like to thank @DarianLH3 @mooreathletics for coaching me up and @AndyWangCU for a tour of their football facility pic.twitter.com/WjerOYabWz
— Bryce Vaz (@VazBryce) June 9, 2021
Dominick Nichols Dominick Nichols 5'11" | 175 lbs | ATH Pomona | 2022 State CO | Pomona | 5’11”, 175lbs | 2022 ATH
Nichols is the type of athlete who instantly stands out at events because of his size, speed, and willingness to compete on every rep. He is a two-way athlete who lines up as a running back, wide receiver, and defensive back. Nichols has the speed to torch opposing secondaries in the pass game and the strength to run through would-be tacklers whenever the ball is in his hands.
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— Dominick Nichols (@DominickNicho16) June 2, 2021
KJ Smedley KJ Smedley 6'2" | 180 lbs | DB Palmer Ridge | 2023 State CO | Palmer Ridge | 6’2”, 180lbs | 2023 ATH
Smedley is the number one-ranked athlete in his class according to the Prep Redzone CO rankings, which easily becomes evident whenever he is on the field. His movements are incredibly smooth for someone with his size and length, but it is his football intelligence and athleticism that makes him a dominant player. Smedley is a competitive player who consistently improves with every rep he takes, which reinforces his high stock value.
In case you missed it, @kj_smed_05 racks up another DB MVP award at the USNT Training Camp! Thanks @JBook_88 @coach_askew @iamerickallen for getting him ready! Shutting it down the rest of the summer to focus on Team, rest, recovery, strength tng, and the 2021 FB season!!! #PTR pic.twitter.com/mqedXiC1O3
— KSmed (@ken_smedley) July 8, 2021
Caden Lettis Caden Lettis 6'2" | 175 lbs | WR Erie | 2023 State CO | Erie | 6’2”, 175lbs | 2023 ATH
Lettis is an under-the-radar player who has been consistently developing his craft and raising his stock for quite some time now. He recently started lining up as a cornerback in addition to his primary wide receiver position. His length, stride, and superior ability to track and play the ball in the air that has brought him success as a receiver has seemed to translate flawlessly to the defensive side of the ball. Lettis is a sleeper of an athlete who is definitely worthy of being added to college radars.
@ErieTigersFB representing at the Montana State football camp. Was awesome to compete and learn from the coaches! @Gabe_Knapton @CoachFeggins @coachwes_23 @PrepRedzone @JimmyGoBuffs @SCWarriorFB pic.twitter.com/MOcvYryLcM
— Caden Lettis (@LettisCaden) June 22, 2021