NILvana Ultimate Scouting Football Lab
High School Scouting Report
PLAYER IDENTIFICATION
Name: Gradyn Dixon
High School: Christian Brothers Academy
Location: Syracuse, New York
Position: Quarterback
Graduation Class: 2027
Jersey Number: 11
Film:
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/21517069/68fcf4576d6867f4f09bb2c9
PHYSICAL PROFILE
Height: 6’4”
Weight: 190 lbs
Frame and Body Type:
Tall, lean athlete with significant room for physical development and added muscle mass. Projectable frame at the next level.
Athletic Profile:
Long strider with good straight-line speed and functional lateral movement ability. Effective runner who willingly finishes runs and creates additional yardage. Demonstrates elusiveness and open field mobility.
PLAYER SUMMARY
Gradyn Dixon is a tall, athletic quarterback capable of impacting the game with both his arm and his legs. He demonstrates strong accuracy and velocity across short, intermediate, and deep passing levels while maintaining effectiveness when throwing on the move.
He consistently extends plays, showing the ability to create opportunities outside structure and make productive plays under pressure. Displays advanced timing, quick decision-making, and strong anticipation by delivering passes in stride.
Shows maturity beyond his years, with leadership qualities, humility, and a strong work ethic.
TRAIT EVALUATION
Movement Skills
- Effective runner utilizing long strides for acceleration
- Not a primary run-first quarterback, but capable of gaining yards when needed
- Comfortable throwing while rolling to both dominant and non-dominant sides
- Escapes pressure efficiently and maintains play structure while extending the pocket
Physicality
- Willing to absorb contact to complete throws
- Demonstrates toughness and competitive finishing ability
- Will lower shoulder when necessary and can make defenders miss
Football Intelligence
- Quickly identifies defensive pressure
- Escapes interior pressure while maintaining vision downfield
- Steps up into collapsing pockets with poise
- Maintains awareness of receiver positioning during scramble situations
- Displays strong internal clock balancing pass vs run decisions
STRENGTHS
- Accurate passer at all field levels
- High toughness and competitive demeanor
- Extends and sustains plays under pressure
- Throws effectively off platform and from multiple arm angles with minimal loss of velocity or accuracy
- Quick release and decisive ball distribution
AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT
- Continued progression through full field reads
- Refinement of throwing motion (three-quarter release mechanics)
- Increased muscle mass and overall physical development
INTANGIBLES
Motor and Effort Level:
High motor quarterback who maintains urgency throughout plays. Keeps eyes downfield during breakdown situations. Strong leadership presence with an elite work ethic and humility.
Competitiveness:
Displays strong competitive traits. Fights for additional yardage and consistently delivers throws despite incoming contact.
OVERALL EVALUATION
Summary Statement:
A long, athletic quarterback with significant physical upside as he grows into his frame. Projects well within an RPO-based offensive system that emphasizes quick decision making, mobility, and multi-level passing ability.
SCOUT INFORMATION
Scout: Brandin Luan
Region: New York
Date of Evaluation: May 7, 2026
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