U100 Southwest - Barry's Top Performers - Day 2

Duncanville, Texas- The SW Ultimate100 lived up to its reputation for being one of the top camps for underclassmen in the country. Over 180 participants, that qualified at a regional NUC event, where in attendance for Saturday'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.

Coleman Blackston, RB, Dunbar, MD

Testing: 5-8, 183, 4.42 Shuttle, 28-inch vertical, 20 reps of 155

Assets: Blackston made the long trip from Baltimore, MD. Even though he was only able to compete during the morning session he proved all he had to in order to be honored with the RB MVP. During individual position work he ran with excellent forward body lean while making cuts on a dime. But it was the fact that almost every rep he took in one-on-ones embarrassed the linebackers. Blackston would use excellent body control and a good head/shoulder fake to separate from the backers. He was then able to haul in the pass regardless of what side of his body it was thrown on.

Development: He needs to be careful about the type of body weight he adds to his frame. His ideal playing size will probably be around 190-pounds. If he does this he can become an every down back at the next level.   

David Blough, QB, Carrollton Creekview, TX

Testing: 6-1, 191, 4.54 shuttle, 14 reps of 155

Assets: Blough has tremendous overall body structure and throwing mechanics. He also proved to be a good listener and very coachable. These are qualities you have to have if you want to be a DI signal caller. He did a nice job of seeing the whole field and checking down to the underneath routes. His arm strength is above average and he has natural leadership ability. His efforts did not go unnoticed as he was a double award winner earning Overall MVP and the Leadership Award.

Development: I think there is little doubt about him playing college football at the next level. It's time for him to pick out a good college camp circuit to attend.

Eric Bowie, DL, Ouachita, LA

Testing: 6-0-1/2, 208, 4.76 40, 29-inch vertical

Assets: Bowie came here to work out as a defensive end, but he has the body structure and skill set of a potential outside linebacker. His frame will allow him to hold 25 more pounds of muscle mass. During the one-on-ones he used his speed and hands to whip offensive lineman. He is quick off the snap of the ball and plays like his hair is on fire. He was definitely in the running for DL MVP.

Development: He needs to take his skill set to the linebacker position. Unless he grows another two inches his best bet is working out at linebacker at any further camps. Bowie definitely is athletic and has loads of potential.

Bobby Limon, OL, Kyle Lehman, TX

Testing: 6-1-1/2, 301, 20-inch vertical, 20 reps of 185

Assets: Limon is your typical barrel-chested inside offensive lineman. He already has the strength and girth to keep big defensive lineman at bay during pass protection. Limon proved very versatile taking reps at several offensive line positions. But more importantly he is tough and will get nasty on the football field. I think he will make an ideal offensive center at the next level. Limon was awarded the OL MVP for day two.

Development: His ideal playing weight is probably closer to 290-pounds which should help improve his lateral movement. If Limon can trim up while continuing to get stronger he will become a beast.

Henry McGrew, LB, Blue Valley, KS

Testing: 6-3, 216, 4.84 40, 4.41 shuttle, 29-inch vertical, 9-2 BJ, 42 reps of 155

Assets: When McGrew walked in the door all the jaws in the room hit the floor. This guy is built like a Greek God from head to toe. His frame will easily hold another 20 to 30 pounds of muscle mass. He is also very strong especially for a lifter with long arms. His testing numbers are off the charts and his potential as a player is unlimited. He could project at several positions at the next level. His efforts did not go unnoticed as he won the LB MVP and was Strongest Man for Skill position.

Development: He could play ILB at the next level but I really think his skill set lends itself as a pass rushing specialist. If McGrew embraces that position he could become a 20 plus offer type prospect.

Arrion Springs, DB, Roosevelt, TX

Testing: 5-10-1/2, 187, 4.31 shuttle, 30.5-inch vertical

Assets: This is one good looking corner prospect on the hoof. He displayed a smooth backpedal and quick feet during individual work. Springs' was also very physical with receivers during one-on-ones while also looking competent in off man coverage. He had a solid day during the 7-on-7 tournament locking down receivers. He could project as a big corner or safety. His body of work was recognized with the DB MVP Award.

Development: I would like to see him improve his recovery speed just a tad if he wants to project as a corner. It is time for him to also start picking out some one day college camps in order to show off his skill set.

Anthony Villalobos, DL, Fossil Ridge, TX

Testing: 6-1-1/2, 247, 5-07 40, 4.55 shuttle, 28-inch vertical, 20 reps of 185

Assets: The Village of Wolves played like a pack of hungry predators during the lineman one-on-ones. He comes off the ball low and fast using his hands to keep offensive lineman off his body. His skill set allows him to project as a strong side defensive end or a possible interior defensive lineman down the road. I really liked his mental and physical toughness in this hot/humid atmosphere. His testing numbers were good enough for him to win Combine King for Lineman.

Development: If he wants to play defensive end at the next level he will need to work on his overall speed. As a defensive tackle prospect he will need to add 30 to 40 more pounds of muscle mass while maintaining his overall athleticism.

Austin Walter, RB, Crosby, TX

Testing: 5-6-1/2, 166, 4.64 40, 4.07 shuttle, 29-inch vertical, 19 reps of 155

Assets: This all-purpose back is quicker than a South Georgia gnat. During individual position work he ran with good forward body lean and moved through the cones like a ballet dancer. Walter was unstoppable during the one-on-ones using his quickness and change of direction to leave linebacker whiffing on the jam. He then had the ball skills to make plays regardless what side of his body the ball was thrown on. He finished neck and neck for the RB MVP Award with Blackston.

Development: Ideally he will need to play at about 180-pounds at the next level while maintaining his superior COD. I would also like to see him step up and become that go too guy during 7-on-7. He needs to demand the ball especially with young quarterbacks.

Jacory Washington, TE, Westlake, LA

Testing: 6-5, 211, 15 reps of 155

Assets: Washington came into this camp with a badly bruised heel. He had to see the trainer before, during, and after the camp for treatment. But his desire to show off his talents would win out despite the injury. During one-on-ones he used his size, speed, and jumping ability to make catch after catch. There was no one in this camp that could stop him from making plays. He played very little of the 7-on-7 tournament because the NUC staff would not let him further injure himself. He did play in one game and scored three times on four plays. One of those plays was Washington jumping over two defenders in the end zone snagging the ball out of the air one handed like it was a ping pong ball. He would have been the Overall MVP if he competed the whole day but we still awarded him the TE MVP because he is a flat out stud.

Development: This guy is a 30 offer tight end in my opinion. He is long, tall and athletic making him a pure mismatch at any level of football. His stock is about to sky rocket so if I'm a college coach I would offer now before it's too late.

Jordan Watkins, DB, Duncanville, TX

Testing: 5-8-1/2, 146, 31-inch vertical

Assets: Watkins is a great technician as a defensive back. He has a sweet backpedal and hips on a swivel. He also plays bigger than his size confronting bigger receivers at the line of scrimmage with piss and vinegar. During the 7-on-7 he actually made plays for his team on both sides of the ball. Because of his total domination in the afternoon session he was awarded the Dodie Donnell Award for the best on the field two-way player.

Development: The obvious improvement is adding more muscle mass while maintaining his overall athleticism. He has the skill set but needs more time in the weight room before he is considered a sure fire DI prospect.

TV Williams, WR, McKinney, TX

Testing: 5-7-1/2, 140, 4.45 40, 4.0 shuttle, 32-inch vertical, 9-7 BJ

Assets: What can I say? This guy is definitely one of the fastest football players in the country in the class of 2014. He came into this event with a slight pull in his hamstring and still put up amazing testing numbers. During individual works he was able to show off his quickness by running crisp sharp routes like a diamond cutter. In the one-on-one portion of the camp he used his speed and quickness to break free off the snap of the ball. And during 7-on-7 he proved to be a defensive backs worst nightmare while also flashing soft hands. His efforts earned him the WR MVP Award.

Development: He really just needs to work on adding muscle mass for durability reasons. Outside of that he is a definite homerun threat any time he touches the ball.