All-American Bowl superlatives: Best program fit, biggest riser, Mr. Upside, and many more.
The No. 1 safety in the country per 247Sports earned top defensive performer honors…
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All-American Bowl superlatives: Best program fit, biggest riser, Mr. Upside, and many more
247Sports’ national scouting team provides a list of 20 superlatives from all of the All-American Bowl action during the past week in San Antonio.
SAN ANTONIO — 247Sports’ national scouting team spent the past week in the Alamo City, where more than 100 prospects from across the nation competed during All-American Bowl festivities. From several practice sessions throughout the week, to Saturday’s prestigious game, we had the privilege of watching many of tomorrow’s college football and NFL stars up close and personal in a way few get the opportunity to experience. Here’s our rundown of All-American Bowl superlatives, including “Mr. Upside,” “Biggest Riser,” “Most College-Ready,” “Biggest Arm,” and many more.
BEST PROGRAM FIT: TOP247 5-STAR S KJ BO
The No. 1 safety in the country per 247Sports earned top defensive performer honors Tuesday to kick off the week’s East practices. On that day, KJ Bolden’s efforts were highlighted by a lights-out rep vs. Oklahoma WR signee and certified track burner Zion Ragins in which Bolden flipped his hips and ran stride for stride with the diminutive wideout on a double move that nearly resulted in a highlight interception for Bolden. He’s as technically sound as they come and also showcased his versatility this week by returning kicks and punts with no issues. Taller than 6 feet, approaching 190 pounds, and boasting 33 ½-inch arms, Bolden possesses excellent physical tools with corner-like functional athleticism and a versatile play style at the second and third levels that should fit Georgia quite well. – Hudson Standish, 247Sports national scouting analyst
We already were big fans of Kevin Heywood before All-American Bowl week, but from Monday’s check-in to all the practices and in the game, Heywood impressed throughout. Almost 6-foot-7 and 299 pounds, Heywood boasts near-35-inch arms and enormous hands. He played all week with the nasty disposition befitting of a Wisconsin-bound offensive lineman from the Keystone State.
His vast two-way experience at the high school level will undoubtedly help his development, in addition to an athletic profile bolstered by participation in a broad spectrum of youth sports Heywood played prior to high school. – Gabe Brooks, 247Sports national scouting analystHailing from Burley (Idaho) High School, Gatlin Bair never seemed out of place at an event that often puts a deer-in-the-headlights look on rural prep stars. Bair’s elite track and field profile manifested regularly on the practice field in his ability to stretch the field vertically, but also find late separation when required. He plans to serve a two-year LDS mission before playing in college, but Bair possesses physical tools and verified athleticism that will make him ready to jump back on the field when the time comes. – Brooks
