On Wednesdays we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. This week's UTR prospect is Pocahontas Connor Baker.
Class: 2023
Position: Athlete
Height: 6-0
Weight: 190 pounds
Bench press: 300 pounds
Squat: 425 pounds
Power clean: 265 pounds
Stats: In two games, he has 40 carries for 404 yards and 4 touchdowns, and 14 tackles in limited play. As a sophomore, Baker had 193 carries for 1,364 yards and 20 touchdowns, and 106 tackles, including 16 tackles for loss. In six games as a freshman, he finished with 51 carries for 429 yards 4 touchdowns, and 88 tackles, 8 for lost yardage.
Assistant coach Cannon Davis:
“He’s having to play quarterback for us but also starts at middle linebacker. Kid can really go. He’s naturally a defensive player but is great for us offensively as well. He’s a junior but started half of our high school games as a 9th grader.
“On defense, he’s very instinctive and finds the ball extremely well with great closing speed. He’s naturally a great tackler.”