Michigan Football Recruiting: Chase Winovich (LB) — 2014 Wolverine Verbal Commit — Profile
Posted at 7:30am — 6/2/2013
Michigan Football Recruiting: Chase Winovich (LB) — 2014 Wolverine Verbal Commit — Profile
GBMWolverine Readers: Here is an overview of recent verbal commitment Chase Winovich.
Opening Statement:
With recruiting, as a process, and committing as an end result, getting the speed up treatment, recruits are now ranked and evaluated as sophomores and juniors. There is far less waiting by football programs until the senior year to see who improves and shakes out from among a large number of prospects. Some players are well known and secure a massive offer list even before the end of junior year.
Chase Winovich did not somehow fit the profile of the massively recruited five star perceived upper echelon. His recruiting started with a welcome offer from local program Pittsburgh. Two opposing “forces” entered the recruiting process, Ohio State and Michigan.
The stargazers would have one belief there is nothing truly special, but it is safe to say that most keen observers must conclude his physical assets and game film present a very fine linebacker prospect. The offer sheet of Chase Winovich is impressive and belays the star rating. It matters not, but the offers indicate the coaches disagree with the sites.
Chase was recruited clearly as a SAM smasher. His size gives him a good shot at going toe-to toe with big tight ends. Film indicates he can move.
If viewers watch film, the term Blitzburg may come to light. Chase was very effective moving and blitzing from many angles. He will need to work on taking on linemen and shedding blocks.
A high level student, Chase will certainly put on the weight needed to be a big force at the SAM position.
The view here is that Michigan must be very happy with this commitment. UM now has two high potential, very smart backers for the 2014 class. This probably closes out the linebacker commitments for the 2014 class.
Chase Winovich
Height: 6’3
Weight: 216
Number: 15
Current Position: Linebacker
Future Position: Linebacker
City/State: Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania
High School: Thomas Jefferson
Head Coach: Bill Cherpak
Recruiter: Coach Mark Smith and Coach Darrell Funk
Committed: 6/1/2013
Top 5 other Offers: Florida State, Michigan State, Ohio State, Oregon and Stanford.
40-Time: 4.65
GPA: 3.6 (Harvard, Northwestern and Stanford offers) should say something about Chase.
Class: 2014 Michigan Wolverine Recruiting Class (Verbal Commit).
Rankings:
24/7: .
ESPN: .
Rivals: .
Scout: .
Note: Stars do matter, but are not absolute in predicting success within a football program. So, with that in mind the GBMWolverine Staff has cleverly come up with a new system of ranking. We are using footballs instead of stars, how can one argue against a system that clever? Below are the interpretations of football power predicted way too boldly long before it matters. In other words, we will give informed opinion with the crystal ball and let the players determine what will happen through years of hard work.
Criteria: Raw talent, athleticism, position of need, intangibles.
10 footballs: Instant impact player.
9 footballs: Three or four-year starter at a high level.
8 footballs: A starter with all league potential.
7 footballs: A meaningful starter at some time during a career.
6 footballs: A spot starter or special teams player.
5 footballs: Not in the two deep after a two years.
4 footballs: Never made it.
1-3 footballs: See the above.
Remember just as we did during the season with grading positions or groups we are very tough graders and expect a lot out of those positions or players so this is no different here.
Overview:
Chase is a tall, rangy outside linebacker prospect. His skills do not translate into a Mike linebacker at this point, but with physical maturity we don’t 100% rule out such a move. Chase clearly has a large enough frame to add the weight needed to play at the next level. He is an excellent student with grades having been stated to be 3.6 or above.
Chase is a high effort, high motor player who is relentless in pursuit. He does a good job of reading plays and avoiding blocks. Chase possesses above average explosion and acceleration. He moves his feet well and makes plays in space. Importantly, he runs very well for a player with his length.
Needs Work / Concerns:
At 6’3 and 216 pounds, Chase definitely needs to add weight and strength. He needs to improve his play in the phone booth, taking on blockers and using his flippers. His tackling and overall physical play need an upgrade. Adding weight and strength should help with the above need.
Red-shirt or play his Freshman Year?
GBMWolverine believes he will definitely red-shirt his first year.
Chase Winovich reminds the GBMWolverine Staff of — Current Michigan Football Player — Jake Ryan — Linebacker.
Bottom Line:
Perfect fit for the Sam linebacker which is the toughest position to fill in UM’s defense. Good Get!
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Final Thoughts:
We welcome Chase Winovich to Michigan and hope he has a successful career on and off the football field as a student-athlete at the University of Michigan. Go Blue!
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