'09 TX MLB Tanner Brock (TCU Verbal)

[Bernini]

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Copperas Cove (TX) Copperas Cove

Ht: 6-3
Wt: 220

Statistics:
(soph) 229 tackles, 23 TFL's

Originally Posted by ESPN

Brock is an outside linebacker prospect with great upside and all the physical tools needed to mold into a good one at the next level. Not overly flashy but is sound and does all the little things right. Great frame when projecting for the next level. He is tall, lean but athletically-built and should explode with bulk once he attacks a fulltime college weight training program. Reads his keys well and gets a good jump to the football. Most productive when playing in space and utilizing his long-stride and rangy body to chase sideline-to-sideline. This kid can cover a lot of ground with proper pursuit angles; overall range on run and pass support is good. Can get knocked off of his pursuit due to his lack of strength but does show proper hand technique keeping blockers off his body with his long arms when scraping. Displays good short-area acceleration when closing on ball carriers in space and is a solid tackler. Shows a good burst filling his middle run gaps when employed inside. Mirrors ball carriers well between the tackles displaying adequate redirection skill for a taller linebacker. However, he does flash difficulty taking on uncovered linemen at the point of attack. Leverage and lack of good strength and explosiveness at the point of attack is a concern. Not great at stacking and shedding. On the outside, he struggles at times breaking down in space and mirroring ball carriers; a bit stiff pursuing laterally. Not a real fast-twitched athlete, tends to build speed. With that said, he shows athleticism in coverage and great potential as an outside blitzer/vertical attacker with his frame and good straight-line speed. Overall, Block is a good prospect if a program has a year or two to develop him. Projects best as a strong side 'backer. Could eventually grow into a defensive end with continued physical development or play the OLB spot in a 3-4.

Honors:
- 1st Team All State
- District 16-4A defensive newcomer of the year

Offers: Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Arkansas, Arizona St., TCU

Notes: Former Teammate of Wisconsin Freshman CB Mario Goins

[Bernini]

Killeen Daily Herald

5/24

by Evan Mohl

Brock, however, last year's captain and leading tackler, could be on the opposite side of the ball. He's getting serious consideration at starting quarterback.

His defensive allies, or perhaps counterparts, don't seem to mind. They know first-hand what Brock can provide for an offense that has a lot of inexperience.

"Tanner has a defense mentality, he likes to hit and get hit," Hardy said about trying to tackle his former captain. "So when he runs, he doesn't necessarily hit the holes, he goes to where the players are and hits people. He likes to run you over."

Added fellow linebacker Tedder: "It (tackling Brock) is like hitting a wall. He'll make a formidable quarterback that I'd be glad I won't have to tackle.

"Plus, I know we have the depth that someone can step up in his position and fill the void. Having Tanner on defense would just be an added bonus."

[Bernini]

Killeen Daily Herald

5/30
by Evan Mohl

Tanner Brock, also competing for a spot at QB, played at his usual linebacker position where he's earned all-state honors the past two years. He did takeover for the White team on the last possession of the game when Dollar had to exit due to an ankle issue.

Brock looked like he hadn't lost a beat. The junior went 3-for-4 for 56 yards and scored on a 15-yard blast where he just about pummelled every defender in his bath.

Welch explained after the game that he went without Brock because he wanted to get the other quarterbacks more time with the offense.

"We know what Tanner can do and he showed it," Welch said. "He's had a good spring. There the last few days, we've cooled off with Tanner, and let the other two get more reps."

Brock also had another touchdown with a 1-yard run as the fullback. Tommy McLeain added the other scores. He had a 2-yard run and threw a 20-yard pass on a halfback option to Miller.

Defensively, several players had good nights, including: Brock, Robert Sutton, Cooper Brock, Dezmond Gibson, Jsoh Schmidt, Trey Kelly, Ken Smith and Reggie Chapman. All had at least one tackle for a loss or no gain.

"I'm satisfied, but I know we got a lot of work to do," Welch said, expressing his overall thoughts on the team. "This team is not where it needs to be. We have to have a great summer."

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