This fall camp has brought at least 4 players to my attention. None have game experience but should factor in this fall.
When the Fruitland Grizzly haul was made back in 2013, it was Joe Martarano that had fans buzzing. Dhaenens (6’3” 240) was coming off an ACL tear in his knee during his senior year and what was once a deal breaker in recruiting became a mission for both Boise State and Dhaenens’. It was Boise State’s to prove he was still worth a scholarship and Dhaenens to earn it. He turned down Washington State and Nevada as well for the chance.
The pay-off is about to happen. The Boise State prototype tight end can block, run pass patterns and is smart on the field. Think Jeb Putzier (6’4” 256), Derek Shouman (6’2 223) and Richie Brockel (6’1” 255). All NFL guys. Dhaenens could be the next big deal. While he didn’t play in the scrimmage last Friday, he is still expected to be the best all-around tight end on the roster. Think great pass catcher like Putzier, tenacious blocking ala Shouman and Brockel smarts.
Jake Roh-TE
Roh has been impressed coaches in camp. Roh red-shirted his freshman year after coming to Boise State from Scottsdale, Arizona. Roh was a finalist for the best player in Arizona and works into the pass game like a WR. He has great movement and at 6’3” 228 could provide match up issues for defenses. I look for Roh to be one of the most active TE in the shift and motion packages for Boise State.
Chanceller James-Safety
James had a slow start at Boise State. After choosing Boise State over Arizona and Arizona State, he red- shirted his first year. During fall camp last year, he tore his ACL and had to miss the entire year. So, after not playing a game in 2 years, he is ready to take the field for Boise State at Nickel, Free Safety or Strong Safety. He had a big hit last Friday giving Marcel Yates exactly what he is looking for in his defense.
Anderson played at Loyola High School in downtown Los Angeles. Only caught 14 balls his senior year and is the odds on favorite to be the third amigo with Miller and SWR. Anderson needed to gain some weight out of high school and is now up to 182 but has great bursts of speed. He turned down San Diego State to become a Bronco.
