Position(s): DB / WR / K / P / KR
Height/Weight: 6’0” / 170 lbs
School: Legend High School (Parker, CO)
GPA: 3.89
Sports: Football, Basketball, Track (Triple Jump, Long Jump, 100m, 200m)
Athletic Profile
Freddie displays excellent overall athleticism as a multi-sport athlete. His involvement in basketball and track contributes directly to his foot quickness, explosiveness, and coordination — all critical traits for a defensive back and wide receiver. The combination of speed events (100m/200m) and jumping events shows both linear burst and vertical athleticism.
Defensive Back Evaluation
Strengths:
• Quick feet and fluid hips allow him to transition smoothly in coverage.
• Good awareness and instincts for reading the quarterback’s eyes and reacting to the ball.
• Length (6’0”) gives him the ability to challenge receivers and play the ball in the air effectively.
• Displays competitive toughness and confidence — key traits for a DB.
Areas to Develop:
• Continue building upper-body strength to improve press coverage and tackling power.
• Refine technique in backpedal-to-sprint transitions to maximize speed on vertical routes.
• Improve eye discipline to reduce false steps against double moves.
Offensive Impact (WR/KR)
Shows strong hands and body control when catching away from the frame.
Capable of explosive plays after the catch due to track-level acceleration.
As a returner, his open-field vision and elusiveness add value to special teams.
Special Teams (K/P)
Being versatile as a kicker/punter increases his overall recruiting stock.
Adds roster flexibility and showcases discipline and technique-driven skill.
Intangibles & Academics
With a 3.89 GPA, Freddie shows maturity and commitment to his academics — a strong indicator of coachability and work ethic. His leadership presence on multiple teams reflects strong character and balance.
Projection
Ceiling: Division I FCS / Group of Five-level athlete
Floor: Division II scholarship player with multi-position value
Freddie Burke has the athletic tools, intelligence, and versatility to develop into a high-level defensive back or all-purpose athlete at the next level. Continued growth in strength, coverage technique, and play recognition will elevate him into a serious college prospect by his junior season.
Coach Rod