30Duck No. 1 Share Posted February 1, 2021 The Ducks beat out offers from schools across the country for the top rated DL in California. From Whole Flock Of Ducks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicoDuck No. 2 Share Posted February 2, 2021 I am not sure I agree with some of the assessments written in this article. First of all there were two Hudl tapes. One was from his Freshman year where he (Halton) listed himself at 6'3/210 pounds. These are unverified numbers NOT confirmed at a sanctioned event (like Nike's The Opening or Adidas Adizero Camps). The second film clip was a year later and appears to be from his Sophomore year. He looked bigger, like maybe he had added 20 pounds to his frame (at least). Again nothing is verified. He did not play in 2020 (Junior year) for obvious reasons. But he apparently attended a camp where he was officially measured and tested in a combine atmosphere. Greg Biggins states on Halton's 24/7 profile that he (Halton) is 6-foot-3 and 270 pounds. He also stated that he rand a 4.59 Short Shuttle and recorded a 33" vert. These are impressive numbers for an athlete of his dimensions. For example, the author of this article comps him to Mase Funa. Funa was measured and tested at The Opening in March 2018. He was 6'2/245 pounds. He ran a 4.90 40-Clock, 4.50 S.S., threw the power ball 40 feet, and recorded a 32" vert. His total score of 99.42 ranked #23 out of 307 participants and only one other linebacker (DeGabriel Floyd) scored higher at this event. Two things: The author questions Halton's overall athleticism and short area quicks. The Short Shuttle and the vertical jump is meant to shed some light on this component of a PSA's game. Not only is Halton's numbers in line with Funa, but he is doing it weighting 25 pounds more. One other thing. Kayvon Thibideaux recorded a 29.6" vert at the same event weighing in at 234 pounds. It's clear by his frame and linear size progression, that Halton is not going to be a 9-Tech in college. He will more than likely be a DE (5-Tech) on the first two downs and occasionally moved inside on passing downs to push the pocket. This kid is very good and when he reaches his ideal playing weight (290+/-) pounds he is going to be a problem for offensive coordinators. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haywarduck Moderator No. 3 Share Posted February 2, 2021 2022 should be an interesting year in recruiting. Seems like there will be more mystery along with hits and misses with the lack of football being played. Hopefully there will be fall football and the scouts will have to be busy. Sounds like this kid has some decent upside, welcome to the flock! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Fischer Administrator No. 4 Share Posted February 2, 2021 1 hour ago, ChicoDuck said: This kid is very good and when he reaches his ideal playing weight (290+/-) pounds he is going to be a problem for offensive coordinators. It is such a treat to have your expertise shared here ChicoDuck; thanks for jumping in! 1 Mr. FishDuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
