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2027 HS Rank: 128Points: 30.91
2027 Overall Rank: 128Points: 30.91

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Football Scouting

Evaluation board

Position-specific templates for organizing athletic measurements, custom fields, notes, projections, and board adds for the football scouting workspace.

Data through Sep 18, 2026

Local data controls

Master scouting workspace

One control point for resetting or clearing both the Scout Work Queue and scouting template workspace on this device.

Saved on this device

Scouting templates are user-controlled tools for organizing notes and evaluating prospects. Default cards are unscouted placeholders and do not represent an official player evaluation.

333Prospects
0Scouted
0In progress
N/AAvg eval

2027 scout operations

Scout Work Queue

Derived from saved templates, missing evidence fields, and MyRecruiting Board stars for the active class.

333 in queue
Saved To Board, Needs Eval233

Rated or saved board names that still need a completed scouting template.

Missing Tape100

Unrated profiles that need tape or source context before grading.

In Progress0

Edited templates with progress that can be finished next.

No current names
Completed0

Finished scouting evaluations that no longer need queue work.

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Template database

Scouting template workspace

Search, filter, edit, delete, or reset the scouting templates without mixing those actions into the Scout Work Queue.

Template edits

2027 class

2027 scouting templates

Every card uses the athlete's position group to load the correct model, rubric weights, and measurable focus.

10 of 333 loaded
  1. Not ScoutedEDGE model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 999 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    EDGE Pressure Model

    Edge grade values pressure creation, but only if the player can also survive run-fit responsibilities.

    N/A
    Get-off and bendN/A
    Threatens the edge with first-step quickness and cornering ability.
    Rush planN/A
    Converts speed to power and keeps a pass-rush counter menu.
    Edge run fitN/A
    Sets an edge, spills, and keeps contain rules.
    Length and handsN/A
    Uses length and hands to separate from tackles and tight ends.
    Space movementN/A
    Can drop, redirect, or chase enough for modern defensive calls.
    Finish and motorN/A
    Finishes through contact and keeps effort after the first move.
    CommittedClass 2027Rating 86Southern Miss Committed
    No visit date
  2. Not ScoutedQB model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 988 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    QB Passing Model

    Quarterback grade is passing-led: accuracy, processing, timing, and decision risk drive the score; tackling is irrelevant.

    N/A
    Accuracy and placementN/A
    Layers throws with ball placement to all field levels.
    Processing and timingN/A
    Identifies coverage, works progressions, and throws on time.
    Arm talentN/A
    Has enough arm talent to win outside the numbers and punish rotation.
    Pocket movementN/A
    Manages pocket movement, pressure, and platform changes.
    Decision riskN/A
    Protects the ball and avoids negative plays.
    Functional mobilityN/A
    Creates second-reaction offense without needing designed run volume.
    CommittedClass 2027Rating 85Southern Miss Committed
    No visit date
  3. Not ScoutedS model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 887 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    S Coverage/Run Model

    Safety grade blends coverage, tackling, and processing; pure speed matters less than range and correct angles.

    N/A
    Processing and anglesN/A
    Processes route distribution, run-pass tells, and coverage rotation.
    RangeN/A
    Ranges over the top and closes intermediate windows.
    Space tacklingN/A
    Finishes tackles in space and fits the alley.
    Coverage versatilityN/A
    Matches tight ends, slots, and zone route stems.
    Ball productionN/A
    Finds and finishes turnover chances.
    Role flexibilityN/A
    Can play deep, box, nickel, or special teams roles.
    OfferedClass 2027Rating 85Southern Miss OfferedDB medium need
    No visit date
  4. Not ScoutedS model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 867 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    S Coverage/Run Model

    Safety grade blends coverage, tackling, and processing; pure speed matters less than range and correct angles.

    N/A
    Processing and anglesN/A
    Processes route distribution, run-pass tells, and coverage rotation.
    RangeN/A
    Ranges over the top and closes intermediate windows.
    Space tacklingN/A
    Finishes tackles in space and fits the alley.
    Coverage versatilityN/A
    Matches tight ends, slots, and zone route stems.
    Ball productionN/A
    Finds and finishes turnover chances.
    Role flexibilityN/A
    Can play deep, box, nickel, or special teams roles.
    OfferedClass 2027Rating 83Southern Miss OfferedDB medium need
    No visit date
  5. Not ScoutedATH model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 858 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    ATH Hybrid Projection

    Athlete grade rewards verified football traits first, then asks whether the body and speed profile create more than one playable path.

    N/A
    Transferable toolsN/A
    Can carry usable traits to multiple position rooms.
    Explosive playmakingN/A
    Makes explosive plays with ball, space, or pursuit opportunities.
    Skill floorN/A
    Shows enough coverage, route, run, or return skill to avoid a pure projection.
    Contact and anglesN/A
    Handles contact, angles, and body control against varsity speed.
    Position projectionN/A
    Has a clear first position and a credible fallback position.
    OfferedClass 2027Rating 82Southern Miss OfferedDB medium need
    No visit date
  6. Not ScoutedWR model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 846 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    WR Space Model

    Wide receiver grade weights speed, separation, hands, and ball tracking heavily; blocking matters but does not drive the grade.

    N/A
    Separation/releaseN/A
    Wins releases and creates separation at route breaks.
    HandsN/A
    Catches cleanly through traffic and away from frame.
    Ball trackingN/A
    Tracks vertical throws and adjusts to late footballs.
    YAC playmakingN/A
    Turns catches into explosive plays.
    Verified speedN/A
    Has verified speed to threaten cushion and coverage structure.
    Play strengthN/A
    Blocks and plays through contact enough for full-package usage.
    CommittedClass 2027UnratedSouthern Miss Committed
    No ratingNo visit date
  7. Not ScoutedLB model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 837 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    LB Fit Model

    Linebacker grade rewards processing and tackling first; athletic range matters when it shows up in fit, pursuit, and coverage.

    N/A
    Diagnose and triggerN/A
    Reads keys, triggers without false steps, and fits the correct gap.
    TacklingN/A
    Tackles through contact with leverage and finish consistency.
    Range and pursuitN/A
    Runs sideline to sideline and closes space in pursuit.
    Coverage utilityN/A
    Survives backs, tight ends, hooks, and zone drops.
    Block take-onN/A
    Takes on blocks without getting washed.
    Blitz valueN/A
    Adds pressure value as a blitzer or simulated-pressure piece.
    OfferedClass 2027Rating 86Southern Miss Offered
    No visit date
  8. Not ScoutedATH model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 837 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    ATH Hybrid Projection

    Athlete grade rewards verified football traits first, then asks whether the body and speed profile create more than one playable path.

    N/A
    Transferable toolsN/A
    Can carry usable traits to multiple position rooms.
    Explosive playmakingN/A
    Makes explosive plays with ball, space, or pursuit opportunities.
    Skill floorN/A
    Shows enough coverage, route, run, or return skill to avoid a pure projection.
    Contact and anglesN/A
    Handles contact, angles, and body control against varsity speed.
    Position projectionN/A
    Has a clear first position and a credible fallback position.
    OfferedClass 2027Rating 80Southern Miss OfferedDB medium need
    No visit date
  9. Not ScoutedQB model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 816 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    QB Passing Model

    Quarterback grade is passing-led: accuracy, processing, timing, and decision risk drive the score; tackling is irrelevant.

    N/A
    Accuracy and placementN/A
    Layers throws with ball placement to all field levels.
    Processing and timingN/A
    Identifies coverage, works progressions, and throws on time.
    Arm talentN/A
    Has enough arm talent to win outside the numbers and punish rotation.
    Pocket movementN/A
    Manages pocket movement, pressure, and platform changes.
    Decision riskN/A
    Protects the ball and avoids negative plays.
    Functional mobilityN/A
    Creates second-reaction offense without needing designed run volume.
    CommittedClass 2027UnratedSouthern Miss Committed
    No ratingNo visit date
  10. Not ScoutedRB model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 817 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    RB Space Model

    Running back grade treats timed speed as a separator only after vision, burst, contact balance, and third-down value are accounted for.

    N/A
    Vision and paceN/A
    Reads blocks, presses aiming points, and creates efficient cuts.
    BurstN/A
    Explodes through creases and threatens second-level angles.
    Contact balanceN/A
    Runs through arm tackles and maintains balance after contact.
    ElusivenessN/A
    Creates missed tackles with feet, tempo, or power.
    Receiving valueN/A
    Adds route, screen, and hands value.
    Pass protectionN/A
    Handles protection scans and physical pickup.
    OfferedClass 2027Rating 85Southern Miss Offered
    No visit date
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