Spring Game: NBP vs Gibbons

SoFLAfootball made their first of many spring games on the docket in the coming weeks today as Cardinal Gibbons hosted North Broward Prep. The format was of the day featured 9-on-7 inside run, 1-on-1’s between linemen and skill positions, 7-on-7 passing skelly, and ending with a scrimmage between the two teams.

Below is a list of prospects that shined throughout the day’s events.

Dareyon Chance (pictured) 2010 RB 5′5″ 155 Cardinal Gibbons: Chance had yet another productive day for the Chiefs. His effectiveness in the passing game is what separates Chance from other backs. Cardinal Gibbons does a good job getting Chance the ball in space, where Chance one on one is a mismatch for just about anyone. Chance also tested the linebackers and safeties vertically up the middle of the field in the passing game as well. Running the ball Chance was very productive with limited carries, and even got quite a few yards between the tackles.

Shawn Corker 2010 WR 6′1″ 180 Cardinal Gibbons: Corker did a great job during the one on one portion of the day, getting off jams and pulling away from defenders. During the actual spring game Corker made his trademark leaping grab over a defensive back. He also caught a pass over the middle, broke three tackles, and pulled away from the defense for a touchdown that was called back due to a holding penalty. Corker also got down right nasty blocking during running plays, he made pads pop today.

Ethan Grant 2010 RB 5′9″ 170 North Broward Prep: Grant was effective running the ball today, showing good quickness during the scrimmage. He also looked pretty good lining up as a cornerback during one on ones portion of the day, even though Corker did get the better of him the only time they faced each other. Grant left the game woozy after taking a decent hit late in the game.

Bobby Hart 2011 OL/DL 6′4″ 260 Cardinal Gibbons: Hart showed some nastiness in him today during the one on one portion of the day. Hart lined up at right tackle, and got limited tick on the defensive line. He pancaked a few kids and about started a fight, all before the scrimmage actually started during one on ones! To be blunt Hart’s technique is bad, but his size, angry disposition, and agility are something to work with. Hart tends to stop moving his feet while engaged with defenders, something that will hurt him when facing elite defensive ends.

Keelan Wilks 2010 LB 6′0″ 230 Cardinal Gibbons: Wilks was very active today and had the play of the game. Wilks dropped into coverage inside the red zone and came away with an interception. He rumbled down the field only to be caught by Grant near midfield, where he shook off Grant’s attempt to strip the ball and took the ball in for a touchdown. Wilks most likely will end up as a defensive tackle at the next level.

Chris Lyle 2011 RB/CB 5′8″ 175 North Broward Prep: Lyle is a football player plain and simple. He may not wow you with speed, but he made plays today. He broke off a long touchdown run, and played a solid cornerback on defense.

Chris Rapka 2010 QB 6′2″ 195 Cardinal Gibbons: Rapka is not pretty or flashy, but he got the job done today. He managed the offense very well, spreading the ball to his receivers, and took what the defense gave him. Rapka’s highlight of the day was when he went through his progression and ended up finding a wide open tight end dragging across the middle of the field who then took the ball in for a score.

Erick Hallmon 2012 LB 6′0″ 190 Cardinal Gibbons: Unfortunately no kick offs were in the scrimmage, where Hallmon proved to be a beast last fall as a freshman.  Hallmon came away with an interception during 7-on-7, and caused a fumble during the scrimmage.  Look for Hallmon to be a big contributor from his linebacker spot this fall.

Chris Jeannot 2010 WR 6′0″ 175 North Broward Prep: Jeannot is a nice looking prospect for lower level division one schools. He caught two deep touchdown passes today on go routes. Jeannot has good size and is physical at his wide receiver spot.

Tim Burton 2011 WR/CB 5′8″ 160 Cardinal Gibbons: Burton had nice day on the offensive side of the ball. Burton was effective running bubble screens and jet sweeps. He was not tested much while at his cornerback position.

Brandon Doughty 2010 QB 6′3″ 180 North Broward Prep: Doughty struggled moving the NBP offense. He did complete the two deep balls to Jeannot, but other than that he had a tough go of it. Doughty did a good job standing in the face of pressure and delivering the pass early in the scrimmage.