Small school returning stars to watch – Nine Man Part II
In part two of my small school – big talent series of stories I am highlighting more talent from Minnesota’s Nine-Man level. Wide receiver is the position highlighted most in this part of the series. Brayden Hofer RB/DB Wheaton Herman…
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Continue ReadingIn part two of my small school – big talent series of stories I am highlighting more talent from Minnesota’s Nine-Man level. Wide receiver is the position highlighted most in this part of the series.
Brayden Hofer RB/DB Wheaton Herman Norcross
Hofer is a solid multi-purpose guy out of the backfield. He has solid vision at the line of scrimmage, is patient, and can see holes develop. He also has good vision in the open field and that vision, combined with solid footwork, allows him to find open space. He is a threat in the passing game as well. He adjusts well to the ball and is not just a guy to catch passes in the flat. He can get down the sidelines and make catches too.
Riley Busch WR/LB Mountain Iron-Buhl
Busch’s length makes him tough to defend out wide. He has a solid catch radius, and his long-striding style eats up ground quickly both when running routes and when running away from defenders. As a defender, he is a physical tackler who lowers his hips well to bring down shorter ball carriers. His upper body strength allows him to eat up runners and shed blockers. His athletic ability on offense translates well to defense, especially with his range at linebacker.
Clint Determan WR/DB Wheaton-Herman Norcross
Determan makes excellent adjustments on the deep ball. He has good size to be a threat in the red zone. He gets separation from defenders because of his route running and ability to accelerate out of his cuts.
Nik Jesch WR/DB Mountain Iron-Buhl
Jesch is a complete wide receiver. He runs good routes and uses his hands well – not allowing the ball into his body. Where he really excels is as a deep threat. He has enough speed to get separation and uses his body well. His body control and hands make him especially effective when making contested catches deep.
Bryant Callenius WR/LB Wheaton-Herman-Norcross
Callenius is a tackling machine. He has solid range from his outside linebacker spot. His pad level is almost always low; he hits with bad intentions but wraps up and doesn’t go for the highlight reel hits that sometimes result in ball carriers bouncing off tackles. Even though he almost always comes downhill, he stays controlled and adjusts to counters and draw plays.