Curtis Blackwell
Offensive Lineman
Norwell High School
Grade: 3
The 6’5″ 295-pound offensive lineman from Norwell received his first offer from Ball State yesterday. Below is an evaluation, along with his Q/A which we published earlier.
Summary: Excellent size and foot speed desired for the position. Looks the part at 6’5,” plays with his feet and hands. Can slide, stay parallel to opposing DL’s and sustain blocks at the corner. Exhibits a quick first step and a nice kick set against edge speed. Quick to snap out of his stance, pull, and strike a moving target in space. Is a nice finisher, consistently exhibits leg drive, and runs his feet on contact. Exhibits strong initial punch and strike timing with his hands; can lock out and play long and with good hand leverage. Very mobile for his size; physical, strikes me as a high effort player. Conclusion: Curtis is a MAC level offensive lineman as a junior who could improve to be a Big 10-quality player as a senior. He has excellent size and foot speed which will serve him well at the college level.
Hudl Link: http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2353892/curtis-blackwell
Q/A Link: https://indyscout.wordpress.com/2015/11/17/getting-to-know-curtis-blackwell-norwell-ol/
Birthday: My birthday is June 22, 1998.
What is your greatest memory as a high school player?
My greatest memory as a high school player was winning the first 4A Sectional championship in our schools history as a sophomore against Columbia City.
What motivates you to play football?
I’m motivated to play by my love for the game and the opportunity that I have to go to college and play.
Do you have any relatives who have played?
My uncle played at Bowling Green in college, and my Dad and grandpa played high school.
Have you had any recruiting attention lately?
I went to IU, Iowa , Toledo, Miami (OH), Michigan, and I’m going to Purdue on thanksgiving weekend.
What are you looking for in a college
I’m looking most at whether or not the college has the degree that I want and the football staff. I feel like I’m going to be spending four years away from my parents so I really would want to feel at home wherever I go.