Rising Sophomore Pass Catchers
Year after year, Texas is loaded with a talented core of wide receivers. Today we looked at a few sophomores that you may not have heard of just yet, but are starting to make a big impact at the varsity…
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Continue ReadingYear after year, Texas is loaded with a talented core of wide receivers. Today we looked at a few sophomores that you may not have heard of just yet, but are starting to make a big impact at the varsity level. Here are five risers you need to know!
Ivan Carreon, 6’5″, 190, Odessa
A long x receiver who goes up and attacks the football at its highest point. Ivan shows smooth releases and the ability to evade press coverage quickly. After the catch, he’s a tough man to bring down, using both strength and balance to avoid tackle attempts. He has the ability to gash defenses and turn a five-yard gain into a fifty-yard gain. He’s stellar in 50/50 ball situations and can out-leap opposing defensive backs.
Keonde Henry, 6’1″, 180, Lake Dallas
Henry is a burner and has the straight-line speed to outrun angles. He can take the top off just about any defense and has the tracking ability to haul in the deep ball. He shows good wiggle after the catch and is rarely brought down by the first tackler. Keonde’s initial burst off the line helps him eat up a defensive backs cushion quickly.
Sam Lee, 5’10”, 160, Lake Creek
A talented baseball player who is currently committed to play for the Arkansas Razorbacks. This is a terrific return man who can help create a spark on special teams. Sam shows sharp cuts and phenomenal vision to spot the cutback. He’ll tempo down in zone coverage and work back to his quarterback during the scramble drill. This kid is lighting in a bottle, and I think could be a division one football player if he chooses that route.
Trey Kersh, 5’8″, 160, Lumberton
A smaller, but shifty slot receiver with outstanding hip mobility. Kersh is a tough man to tackle in space and can make something happen out of nothing. He’s a slick route runner that is willing to go get the football in traffic. Despite his size, he’s fearless with the ball in his hands and not afraid to lower his shoulder to finish off runs.
Sean Steens, 5’10”, 160, Anna
A crafty wide receiver that knows how to set up defensive backs. Steens shows good build-up speed and the ability to run under the vertical ball. He easily defeats press coverage and immediately stacks the cornerback after doing so. Sean is a major threat on shallow crosses who you can just get the ball to and have run in space.