Blue-Grey All-American Combine: Mid-Atlantic Super Scouting Report (2023)

ACC target Jason Wright was among the many well-known prospects to compete at the Blue-Grey All-American Combine (Southwest Super).

With NFL veteran Ken Stills running the show as the lead instructor, and a staff that included Keon Thorpe, the Blue-Grey All-American Combine (Mid-Atlantic Super) was a well-run workout and several individuals delivered more a handful of memorable efforts.

Although there were many scholarship-worthy prospects in attendance, numerous others fit in that category. Below is a recap of some of the top performers and each is now considered as an All-American Bowl candidate for one of the upcoming games later on this year.

Jason Wright, QB, 2025, Huguenot (VA): The 6’2 and 185-pounder seems to have a bright future. North Carolina State and Virginia Tech are interested.

Jordan Dennis, QB, 2024, South County (VA): It certainly appears as if, for one, Central Florida has seen something it likes in the 5’10 and 170-pounder.

Malachi Coleman, RB, 2025, Fleming (VA): The 5’11 and 175-pounder might land with the likes of Marshall or Old Dominion. Remember his name.

Christian Metzger, WR, 2024, Handley (VA): Brown and Cornell have been in contact with the 5’11 and 170-pounder in the not so distant past.

Roman Soriano, OL, 2024, Nansemond River (VA): The 6’2 and 295-pounder could find a home with a school such as Norfolk State

Cooper Daniel, OL, 2025, Smithfield (VA): It’s only a matter of time before the 6’3 and 300-pounder emerges on the radar of teams.

Ben Myers, DB, 2024, Massaponax (VA): Tough, a competitor through and through, the 5’10 and 165-pounder did not back down.

Dagan Wayland, LB, 2024, Warren County (VA): Bit and strong, with good feet, hips and hands, the 6’3 and 210-pounder opened eyes.

Elijah Armstead, LB, 2025, Reed (VA): Not long ago, the 6’0 and 205-pounder was on campus at Maryland and West Virginia.

Brady Echols, DL, 2024, West Springfield (VA): Temple and Wake Forest might emerge as potential suitors for the 6’3 and 265-pounder.

Jackson Briley, DL, 2024, Wake Forest (NC): The 6’4 and 220-pounder has kept the lines of communication open with UConn.

Gavin Goetsch, DL, 2024, Loudon County (VA): Difficult to deal with in the trenches, the 6’3 and 230-pounder turned heads.

Donovan Cooper, DL, 2024, Hopewell (VA): The 6’4 and 210-pounder earned the respect of his peers and left a lasting impression.

Editor’s Note: When it comes to statistics from the nationwide series of All-American Combines, such as the most recent one, we’ve got you covered. For the numbers, look no further (click here).

Worth mentioning, periodically and often within days, more information about the workout will be added in this space. That said, feel free to check back on a regular basis for the much-needed insight.

Also, most participants at the recent All-American Combine will soon be provided with plenty of additional details on a potential exclusive membership to the invite-only Red Zone Prospects (click here).

Additionally, likely late in the summer, invitations will be extended to one of the brand’s upcoming All-American Bowls held at NFL stadium and nationally broadcast on ESPN’s family of networks.

Games take place at Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium, Buccaneers’ Raymond James Stadium, Falcons’ Mercedes Benz Stadium, Texans’ NRG Stadium or Jaguars’ EverBank Field, among other venues. 

Moving forward, the Blue-Grey Football Selection Committee will consider a number of different factors before making any decision on potential invites to the All-American Bowl. Stay tuned.