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2027 Overall Rank: Not ranked

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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.

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2027 scout operations

Scout Work Queue

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

18 in queue
Saved To Board, Needs Eval1

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

Ethan DempseyRated, needs eval
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Edited templates with progress that can be finished next.

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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 18 loaded
  1. 1Ivan ThompsonS | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedS model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 854 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.
    CommittedClass 2027UnratedVMI Committed
    No ratingNo visit date
  2. 2Aamir WilliamsCB | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedCB model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 663 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    CB Coverage Model

    Corner grade is coverage-led: speed and length matter because they preserve phase, not because they look good in isolation.

    N/A
    Man coverageN/A
    Mirrors releases, stays connected through breaks, and avoids panic at the catch point.
    Long speedN/A
    Carries vertical routes and recovers when beaten.
    Ball skillsN/A
    Finds the ball without losing phase.
    Zone instinctsN/A
    Plays with zone eyes, spacing, and route-combination awareness.
    Run supportN/A
    Fits perimeter runs and tackles enough to stay on the field.
    Length and transitionN/A
    Length and short-area transition create margin against bigger receivers.
    OfferedClass 2027UnratedVMI Offered
    No ratingNo visit date
  3. 3Ethan DempseyWR | Class 2027 | Rating 86
    Not ScoutedWR model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 617 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 2027Rating 86VMI OfferedCommitted elsewhere
    No visit dateVMI outside Top 5Other commitment signal
  4. 4Brooks AbernethyIOL | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedOL model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 553 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    OL Trench Model

    Offensive line grade is trench-specific: play strength, pass protection, and run displacement outrank straight-line speed.

    N/A
    Pass pro anchorN/A
    Anchors, absorbs power, and maintains pocket width.
    Run displacementN/A
    Creates displacement, keeps hips engaged, and finishes blocks.
    Feet and balanceN/A
    Mirrors rushers, handles twists, and avoids waist bending.
    Hands and strikeN/A
    Uses punch timing, hand placement, and independent hands.
    Assignment IQN/A
    Processes fronts, pressures, and combo calls.
    Frame and lengthN/A
    Frame can hold the target weight and length for the projected slot.
    CommittedClass 2027UnratedVMI OfferedCommitted elsewhere
    No ratingNo visit dateOther commitment signal
  5. 5Patton CrossIOL | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedOL model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 553 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    OL Trench Model

    Offensive line grade is trench-specific: play strength, pass protection, and run displacement outrank straight-line speed.

    N/A
    Pass pro anchorN/A
    Anchors, absorbs power, and maintains pocket width.
    Run displacementN/A
    Creates displacement, keeps hips engaged, and finishes blocks.
    Feet and balanceN/A
    Mirrors rushers, handles twists, and avoids waist bending.
    Hands and strikeN/A
    Uses punch timing, hand placement, and independent hands.
    Assignment IQN/A
    Processes fronts, pressures, and combo calls.
    Frame and lengthN/A
    Frame can hold the target weight and length for the projected slot.
    CommittedClass 2027UnratedVMI OfferedCommitted elsewhere
    No ratingNo visit dateOther commitment signal
  6. 6Cason ReedS | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedS model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 543 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 2027UnratedVMI Offered
    No ratingNo visit dateVMI outside Top 5
  7. 7William TaffeLB | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedLB model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 513 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.
    CommittedClass 2027UnratedVMI OfferedCommitted elsewhere
    No ratingNo visit dateOther commitment signal
  8. 8Kaden WebberWR | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedWR model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 433 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 2027UnratedVMI OfferedCommitted elsewhere
    No ratingNo visit dateVMI outside Top 5
  9. 9Matt RichardsonWR | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedWR model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 435 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 2027UnratedVMI OfferedCommitted elsewhere
    No ratingNo visit dateVMI outside Top 5
  10. 10Aidan NewdigateTE | Class 2027 | Unrated
    Not ScoutedTE model
    Eval N/ARecruit score 435 src
    Height
    Weight
    40 yd
    100m
    Wingspan
    TE Versatility Model

    Tight end grade balances receiving and blocking because the value changes by offensive role.

    N/A
    Receiving separationN/A
    Can create receiving value through routes, seams, or contested catches.
    Hands and radiusN/A
    Extends catch radius and finishes through contact.
    Blocking fitN/A
    Blocks inline, on the move, and at second level.
    Frame and strengthN/A
    Has frame and strength projection for college tight end work.
    Alignment versatilityN/A
    Can align inline, wing, slot, or H-back without tipping calls.
    Functional athleticismN/A
    Moves well enough to stress linebackers and safeties.
    CommittedClass 2027UnratedVMI OfferedCommitted elsewhere
    No ratingNo visit dateVMI outside Top 5
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