ATHLETE TRAIT PROFILE
TRAITS IDENTIFIED ON FILM
Six traits that consistently showed up on the athlete’s film.
FOOTBALL
IQ
Processes quickly and consistently displays awareness, leverage, and an understanding of offensive structure in both phases of the game.
BODY
CONTROL
Maintains balance and coordination throughout routes and blocking assignments while rarely wasting movement.
RELIABLE
HANDS
Displays soft hands and natural ball skills, providing quarterbacks with a dependable target in contested and off-platform situations.
ALIGNMENT
VERSATILITY
Possesses the athleticism and movement skills to impact the offense from multiple alignments and responsibilities.
COMPETITIVE
TOUGHNESS
Plays with physicality and a willingness to finish, consistently competing through the whistle and embracing the dirty work.
POINT-OF-ATTACK
STRENGTH
Generates movement in the run game through balance, leverage, and lower-body power while sustaining blocks through contact.
BEYOND THE FILM
MORE THAN THE GAME
Ryder is a multi-sport athlete with experience in football, basketball, and lacrosse. He has attended football camps at Texas A&M, Texas, SMU, Stephen F. Austin, and Baylor. Outside athletics, he serves as Vice President of Communications for the Young Men’s Service League and has operated Fresh Force Pressure Washing for more than three years. He is also active in the New Hope Church youth group, bringing leadership, business experience, and community involvement to his profile.
