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Mid-Atlantic spotlight: Prospect stock report

It's about halfway through the season in the Mid-Atlantic, and we've been out on the road to see as many talented prospects as possible. Here are some that are impressing and some that have underwhelmed a bit.

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Anoma has been absolutely unstoppable this season and is headed for a rankings bump if this caliber of play continues. His burst off the line of scrimmage is second to none, and he can beat offensive tackles all day with just a speed rush. Anoma's hand techniques have improved exponentially since last season, and he has no problem shedding blockers now. Alabama, Maryland and Michigan are the top three contenders for Anoma, and Texas, Texas A&M, Mississippi State and Arizona are pushing to get involved.

Brown was a skinny, speedy receiver last year with a knack for the big play. This year it's a whole different story. The North Carolina commit has matured physically and become a well-rounded receiver that can execute on every route. Brown's improved toughness and added strength makes it very tough for defenders to bring him to the ground, and he is almost impossible to take down in the open field.

It's pretty impressive how dominant Oweh can be with just a year and a half of football under his belt. There are few players as physically imposing as he is, but he is extremely quick for a player his size. Oweh is extremely versatile, and his athleticism gives him a leg up on nearly every offensive lineman he will face. Ohio State, Notre Dame and Penn State are his top teams and it's easy to see why all of them really want him.

Wisconsin is known as a power running team that is going to grind the competition into the ground. Cruickshank is going to bring a ton of explosiveness to the Badgers on offense and in special teams. He does a great job of find the end zone from anywhere on the field, and he has the speed to outrun seemingly any defender. As far as team needs go, this is one of the best fits in the nation.

The physicality, instincts and technique Land has shown in games this year have been outstanding. He has been a dominant figure on the field in every game for Bishop Sullivan. Opponents have a very hard time throwing to his side of the field, and his height hasn't been a factor at all because he is so physical. The one-time Virginia Tech commit holds offers from Maryland, LSU, Auburn, Florida, Georgia and many others.

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Jones has all the ability in the world, but he is going to face a steep learning curve once he gets to Ohio State. He plays tackle in high school but will likely be moving to guard or center in college. Jones is strong and quick, but his technique needs refinement and he needs to play with consistency. He will be a very good player at Ohio State but needs to address these areas.

Pitts really shined in the offseason as a bigger tight end that excelled as a receiver. The Florida commit hasn't gotten much a of chance to show off those skills this season, and when he does get the ball thrown his direction it is tough for him to make a play. We have been getting a good look at Pitts as a blocker but not much else.

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