U100 Southwest - Barry's Top Performers - Day 3

Duncanville, Texas- The SW Ultimate100 lived up to its reputation for being one of the top camps for underclassmen in the country. Over 190 participants, that qualified at a regional NUC event, where in attendance for Sunday's event at Duncanville High School. Prospects from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Kansas were on hand to show off their football skills. Below are just some of the top performers that caught the eye of NUC National Analyst Barry Every.

Jeremiah Baines, WR, Ft. Bend Marshall, TX

Testing: 5-11-1/2, 161, 4.7 40, 4.54 shuttle, 29-inch vertical

Assets: Baines was easy to spot early on during individual position work because of his sharp route running and soft hands. He does a superb job of snatching the ball at its highest point. Baines also stood out during one-on-ones using what looked like double jointed knees to throw defenders off balance. During the 7-on-7 tournament he was the go to guy for his team. His superior effort earned him WR MVP in a very deep group of athletes.

Development: He is very thin especially up top so concentrating on the weights will only improve his overall game. Added muscle mass will help him make more plays when covered while allowing him to break tackles.   

Blake Biggs, LB, Yukon, OK

Testing: 6-0, 204, 4.8 40, 4.34 shuttle, 31-inch vertical, 16 reps of 185

Assets: This Yukon warrior is one yoked up linebacker. Biggs demonstrated quick feet during individual by staying low and balanced going around the cones. During one-on-ones he was able to turn his hips and drop in coverage. But what really stood out was his recovery speed. If he was beaten he wasted little time catching up to backs in order to break up passes. He also acts the part of a real team leader. During the 7-on-7 tournament he made several picks earning LB MVP in this camp.

Development: Biggs has the frame to hold another 25 pounds of muscle mass. If he can maintain his athleticism at that size he should make a quality DI inside linebacker at the next level.

Bobby Lee Garza, RB/ATH, McCullom, TX

Testing: 5-11, 181, 4.45 shuttle, 32-inch vertical, 14 reps of 185

Assets: Garza came to this camp to hone his skills as a running back but left as one of the top defenders over the three days of this camp. He has tremendous overall body structure from head to toe. He voluntarily came over and took reps at corner and the coaches were in awe. One coach even commented that he would make a great cover safety at the next level. But it was his performance in the 7-on-7 tournament that caught everyone's attention. He dominated on both sides of the ball earning the coveted Dodie Donnell Award. This award goes to the best two-way player on the field.

Development: He could improve his overall speed just a tad. Let's face it a 40-time is just a number that is misused by coaches and fans all over the country. The bottom line is a player still has to be able to perform on the field. I see track kids at every camp that can't catch a cold.

Patrick Hall, DL, Sequin TX

Testing: 6-0-1/2, 256, 4.84 40, 4.74 Shuttle, 32.5-inch vertical, 27 reps of 185

Assets: Hall put up some sick testing numbers for a potential SDE/DT. What he lacks in height he makes up for with pure athleticism and fire. He dominated the one-on-ones by using his speed and pad level to beat lineman off the ball. Hall looked like a UFC fighter using his arms and hands to inflict his will on offensive lineman. He was awarded the triple crown of awards at this event earning DL MVP, Fastest Man Line, and Combine King Line.

Development: He may best project as an interior defensive lineman. So putting 30-pounds of muscle mass on his frame and maintaining his overall athleticism is imperative. I think this kid is a real sleeper and college coaches not familiar with where Seguin, Texas need to get a map and look East of San Antonio.

Amos James, DB, Natchez, MS

Testing: 5-11, 168, 4.62 40, 33-inch vertical, 9-5 BJ

Assets: College coaches covet tall corners with long arms two qualities that this defender possesses. James definitely looks the part and has the speed and hips to dominate at the next level. He is also blessed with excellent ball skills and body control. He looked smooth in his backpedal and had the reaction time of an ocelot pouncing on its prey. During the 7-on-7 tournament James broke up several passes while having at least one pick six. Not really sure why he has no offers at this time, but if I were a college coach I would definitely call the head coach at Natchez High School. James easily won the Award.

Development: Right now he is a tad thin in the legs so adding lower muscle mass will only improve his tackling skills. James was one of the best players I have ever seen this late in the process without a DI offer.

Richard Lagow, QB, Plano Sr., TX

Testing: 6-6, 211

Assets: Lagow clearly stood head and shoulders above all other signal callers in this camp. Early on during one-on-ones he was able to show off his strong arm and accuracy to the NUC Coaching staff.  There is not a part of the field that he cannot see or hit with precision accuracy. He then guided his 7-on-7 team to the championship taking every snap during the tournament. This was quite a feat since his team lacked any of the elite playmakers. He is a leader and very coachable and that is why the coaches at this camp awarded him with the Overall MVP Award.

Development: He will need to work on becoming a better athlete in order to improve his footwork and buy more time in the pocket. If you are a Connecticut Husky fan there is reason to be excited about his commitment. I would consider him a major steal out of the Lone Star State.

Quran McConnell, WR, Seven Lakes, TX

Testing: 6-4, 192, 28-vertical 13 reps of 185

Assets: McConnell has the size and hands that college coaches desire in a difference maker. His size caused serious matchup problems for defensive backs. He also has very soft hands as he rips the ball out of the air like a rebounder. He was the most dominate receiver during one-on-ones using his size to create space. During 7-on-7 he ended up being the red zone and deep threat for his team. Though he did not win an award he did catch the attention of all the NUC Coaches.

Development: I'd like to see him work on shorter routes instead of going deep all the time. He could also work on getting off the snap of the ball quicker. But he is another head scratcher to why he has no DI offers at this time.

Sergio Phillips, OL, DeSoto, TX

Testing: 6-2-1/2, 282, 5.21 40, 5.09 shuttle, 26-inch vertical, 19 reps of 185

Assets: Phillips already has four DI offers but came to this camp anyways. He possesses excellent overall body structure and has superior athleticism for the position. His testing numbers are off the chart and he dominated in the one-on-ones. He looks like a huge dancing bear, nimble on his feet, yet still an wild aggressive animal when poked. He is ideal for any of the three interior positions along the line at the next level. His hard work did not go unnoticed as he easily won OL MVP at this camp.

Development: His ideal playing weight will be around 295-pounds at the next level so adding that muscle mass while maintaining his overall athleticism is key. If he can snap under center and in the shotgun it would only improve his stock.

Aaron Piper, RB/ATH, Duncanville, TX

Testing: 5-9, 171, 4.45 40, 4.08 shuttle, 31.5-inch vertical

Assets: Piper is one of the best athletes I have ever seen in a camp. He is very fast, quicker than a gazelle, and his change of direction reminds me of Bralon Addison who just signed with Oregon.  When he is in space even corners struggled to get one hand on him as he looked to have double jointed knees. Piper also had good hands and body control ideal for slot receiver or punt returner at the next level. If I was the head coach of a college that had a coach that stopped by Duncanville this spring there would be some answering to do. He is clearly one of the best athletes in the state of Texas. His superior effort earned him RB MVP.

Development: He needs to be committed to the weight room. It is imperative for him to get stronger if only to help durability. Other than that this prospect is a flat out stud!!

Matt Sisco, WR, Greenwood, AR

Testing: 5-10-1/2, 172, 4.39 40, 4.18 shuttle, 36-inch vertical, 9-9 BJ, 11 reps of 185

Assets: Sisco has legit sub 4.4 speed and that is something you cannot coach. Five NUC coaches timed him on a third attempt to make sure his time was verified. He also has good body control and soft hands something most speedy receiver do not possess. He really made his mark during the one-on-ones making great catches and locking down his side of the field as a corner. I think his skill set lends itself to projecting on either side of the ball at the next level Sisco ended up being the Fastest Man and the Combine King Skill at this event.

Development: I would like to see him add some lower body size and strength. This will help him break more arm tackles as a receiver.

William Trevillion, DL, Hays, TX

Testing: 6-1, 272

Assets: This athlete definitely passes the eye ball test. He looks like a defensive tackle or possibly interior offensive lineman. Trevillion has little to no bad body weight and long arms. He proved quick off the snap of the ball and used his arms to keep offensive lineman from attacking his midsection. If I am a college coach looking for this kind of player I would look on a map and find Buda, Texas. Hint, it is South of Austin and North of San Marcos. And though he did not win an award he was a finalist for DL MVP.

Development: He needs to work a move while in his rushing lane rather than going wide and getting tangled up with other lineman. I personally think he is a no brainer as an offensive center or guard at the DI level.