Blue-Grey All-American Combine: North Carolina Super Scouting Report (2023)

Conference USA Jaylen Wright was among the many well-known prospects to compete at the Blue-Grey All-American Combine (North Carolina Super).

Similar to year’s past, with NFL veteran trainer Rodney Beasley as lead instructor, a role he’s been accustomed to for the better part of the last decade, the Blue-Grey All-American Combine (North Carolina Super) was a resounding success. it was no surprise, at all.

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.

Jaylen Wright, QB, 2024, Sanford (NC): Davidson, Charlotte and Navy have something the like in the 6’0 and 196-pounder. The feeling is mutual, too.

Mason Fortune, QB, 2024, Millbrook (NC): The 6’1 and 200-pounder has been in contact with the likes of East Carolina, Liberty and Richmond.

Phoenix Lawrence, QB, 2024, Edison (CA): The 6’1 and 185-pounder made the cross-country trip and it was certainly worthwhile.

Donte Strickland, QB, 2024, Louisburg (NC): A Southern Conference target, the 6’1 and 180-pounder made nearly every throw.

Kenyon Slaughter-Keen, RB, 2024, Sanford (NC): North Carolina Charlotte could be a landing spot for the 5’8 and 183-pounder.

Douglas Thornton, RB, 2024, Southern Lab (LA): A Sun Belt Conference target, the 5’7 and 165-pounder proved that he belonged.

Tequon Moore, RB, 2024, Southside (NC): The 5’8 and 170-pounder seems to have an open dialogue going with North Carolina Central.

Kalen Luten, RB, 2024, Panther Creek (NC): Bryant and Morgan State have seen something they like in the 5’9 and 190-pounder.

Cutler Adams, RB, 2024, Robbinsville (NC): Good size, speed and strength, the 6’1 and 182-pounder has options in the tool box.

Isaiah Silver, RB, 2025, Rocky Mount (NC): The 5-8 and 170-pounder was quick and fast, shifty and elusive. He checked a lot of boxes.

Jaylin Winnex, RB, 2025, West Lincoln (NC): The 5-9 and 160-pounder did well with the ball in his hands, on the ground and in the air.

Braden Mashtare, WR, 2024, Landrum (SC): East Carolina or North Carolina State might soon be home for the 6’0 and 190-pounder.

Josiah Artis, WR, 2025, Fike (NC): With plenty of upside, the 6’0 and 195-pounder has the potential to play on Saturdays in the ACC.

Divon Dabney, OL, 2024, South Granville (NC): Elon and North Carolina Central are on the radar for the 6’4 and 291-pounder.

Dawson Nunley, OL, 2025, Avery (NC): Big and strong, good athleticism as well, the 6’4 and 275-pounder has a bright future.

Myles Darroch, DB, 2024, Southern Alamance (NC): Tough, a competitor through and through, the 6’1 and 175-pounder held his own.

Antoine Doyle, DB, 2025, South Granville (NC): Teams in the Southern Conference have kept close tabs on the 6’1 and 185-pounder.

Caleb Milton, DB, 2025, Union Pines (NC): The 6’2 and 195-pounder has his sights set on schools such as Wake Forest and UConn.

Landon Sargent, LB, 2024, Cape Fear (NC): A Sun Belt Conference target, the 6’2 and 228-pounder strengthened a growing reputation.

Nolan Flemming, LB, 2024, High Point Christian Academy (NC): Determined to make his mark, the 6’3 and 220-pounder delivered.

Kaleb Franklin, LB, 2024, Southern Alamance (NC): The 5’11 and 181-pounder grabbed the attention of the coaching, from the start.

D.J. Bryant, DL, 2024, West Columbus (NC): North Carolina Central and Old Dominion are frontrunners for the 6’3 and 280-pounder.

Isaiah Bethea, DL, 2024, East Chapel Hill (NC): A Southern Conference target, the 6’2 and 225-pounder turned more that a few heads.

Devin Jugan, DL, 2024, Wakefield (NC): The 6’3 and 235-pounder was difficult to deal down in the trenches, there was no doubt that fact.

Ra’shawn Bell, DL, 2025, Swansboro (NC): The 6’4 and 205-pounder opened up eyes and earned the respect of his many peers.

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.