Future Stars: Martez Ivey and Iman Marshall

Martez Ivey, Offensive Tackle #73, Florida Gators: Martez Ivey is close to 6'6 and has gained about 25 lbs since getting to Florida. Ivey was ranked as the second overall player and top offensive tackle in the class of 2015. Ivey has very good size for a tackle it won't limit him in college or assuming he is successful enough to get there, the NFL. For Martez as is true with many other top prospects, high school football looked way too easy. Ivey pancaked (when the lineman pushes the defender flat on their back) numerous defenders and overpowered just about every single defender he faced. He was a large reason why his team the Apopka Blue Darters won the Florida state championship. There were also three 1,000 yard rushers on his team.

Due to his mobility Ivey was often used for pulling (when the lineman releases from his position and runs with the running back and blocks for him) in high school. However his speed won't be as effective in college, especially with the added 25 lbs. However the increased weight, which is likely mostly added muscle, will help him overpower defenders.  I think we might not know how good Ivey is at pass blocking until he plays in college. For one most high school teams base their offense on running, and secondly the size and skill of defensive lineman will go up vastly when he faces college players. 

Iman Marshall, Cornerback  #8, USC: Iman Marshall is the top rated cornerback in the class of 2015, and will likely get tested in college. Marshall enrolled at the University of Southern California and will be able to master his pass defense skills in the pass heavy PAC-12. Iman Marshall has good size for a corner at around 6'2" ,200 lbs, and has exceptional closing speed. Marshall isn't out of position very often, but if he is or if he is covering for a teammate Marshall can erase the gap and break up the pass. Marshall has a good burst, however he doesn't have a great acceleration. Marshall was good at using his hands to get the receiver off his route in bump and run coverage in high school but he may not be as successful with that in college. Marshall shows a good ability to quickly shed blocks and coming up to stop the run. Most importantly he gives the receiver a very small window to catch the ball and knows when to put his arms up to deflect the ball.



http://247sports.com/Player/Martez-Ivey-26822

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sports/highschool/football/os-hs-apopka-8a-state-football-final-20141213-story.html (Martez Ivey)

http://247sports.com/Player/Iman-Marshall-19987