Evaluated by Jerry Flora
August 14, 2025
National Recruiter
Former College/High School Head Football Coach
Offensive Coordinator/St Thomas Aquinas College – Collegiate Sprint Football League
Final Grade – 8.61 increased to an 8.8 from Feb 2025
Athletic Ability – Matt exhibits exceptional athleticism, body control, and balance for a young man of his size. In his first year at Choate Rosemary Hall, he started the season as a guard and had a productive year, earning Honorable Mention in the Founders League. He is developing into an effective interior lineman. His quick footwork and flexibility allow him to easily block speed rushers while maintaining good leverage with his inside foot in case of pressure from the inside. Matt’s agility and athleticism enable him to effectively chip defensive linemen and navigate through tight spaces. Furthermore, he is capable of blocking linebackers effectively at the second level. (8.9)
Run Blocking/In Line/ Out in Space – Matt shows remarkable strength when pushing defenders along the line of scrimmage, successfully opening up running lanes for the team’s running backs. He excels as a strong and physical run blocker at the point of attack, utilizing proper hip rotation upon contact with defenders. Matt maintains a strong base, demonstrating balance and power when making contact, which highlights his excellent athletic ability for effective pulling and lead blocking on outside runs. (8.7)
Pass Blocking/On Deep Pass Drops and Short/Quick Sets – Matt has the important footwork, flexibility, and recovery skills needed to excel as a lineman at the next level. He shows exceptional body position and leverage when pass blocking. His quick footwork is evident in his kick step, slide, and ability to redirect while on the edge. Matt’s powerful punch and excellent balance upon contact are impressive. Furthermore, he effectively shifts inside after the snap to counter aggressive inside pass rushes. (8.2)
Initial Quickness/ Out of Stance and Into Blocking – Matt excels at easily picking up and blocking speed rushers, and he quickly moves to the second level to block linebackers. He demonstrates an excellent ability to execute combination blocks and sustain them while progressing to the second level. Despite his size, Matt quickly gets out of his stance and positions himself well for pass blocking. He consistently maintains good body position and leverage, which allows him to adjust his blocks while on the move with ease. (9.0)
Playing Strength/Use of Hands/Punch – Matt shows strong functional strength when making contact during play. He effectively lowers his hips to resist bull rushers and uses his strong hands to grip defenders firmly within his frame. Additionally, he skillfully employs his hands during pass protection, quickly engaging with pass rushers and maintaining a solid position to effectively neutralize them. (8.7)
Mobility/Blocking on the 2nd Level/Pulling/Trapping – He quickly explodes out of his stance and through the line of scrimmage to deliver a powerful initial hit. Matt demonstrates impressive foot speed and agility, allowing him to pull and move quickly to the outside to block defenders. He excels at executing double-team blocks and effectively transitions to the second level, showing the agility needed to sustain those blocks. Matt’s quickness enables him to pull and get outside efficiently. (8.9)
Smarts/Awareness/Size/Body Type/Competes -Matt is a bright young man with a GPA of 3.85 and a member of the National Honor Society. He has a strong, sturdy build and natural strength, enabling him to play aggressively at the point of attack when blocking. Matt is very focused on technique and has demonstrated durability throughout his performance. With his size and athleticism, he is capable of playing any position on the offensive line. He exhibits strong awareness of whom to block in every game. His physical attributes align perfectly with the measurements—such as hand size, arm length, and wingspan—of players who participated in the NFL Combine in 2025. (9.2)
Strong Points – Matt showcases remarkable athleticism for someone in the offensive line position. He has long arms and large hands, allowing him to play effectively in any role along the line. He maintains a strong base and displays exceptional body control and balance. His powerful punch, combined with impressive strength and power on contact, sets him apart. In my view, Matt is an outstanding athlete, demonstrating excellent foot quickness, lower body flexibility, and lateral agility during games. He plays intelligently and utilizes very good technique. Additionally, he is a bright young man dedicated to being the best player he can be.
The grading system is based on research utilizing GM Jr.’s 2012 Grading Scale. Each category receives a grade ranging from 1 to 10. Below is an example of the NFL grading system for Combine participants:
**9.2 to 10:** Potential Power 5 FBS Prospect
**8.6 to 9.1:** Potential Low FBS Prospect
**7.9 to 8.5:** Potential FCS Prospect
**7.2 to 7.8:** Potential D2 Prospect
**6.5 to 7.1:** Potential NAIA Prospect
**5.8 to 6.4:** Potential D3 Prospect
**5.1 to 5.7:** Potential Undeclared Prospect
