Hunter Luepke is one of the most versatile offensive players entering this class. I do not doubt that he will dominate the competition at the Senior Bowl. He’s used as a running back, full back, H-back, and tight end, and he is a very effective receiver at every level on the field. He held just two offers out of high school, from North Dakota State and Northern Iowa.
HT: 6012
WT: 236
Year: Super Redshirt Junior
High School: Spencer (Spencer, WI)
Rating: 2-star (74)
Hunter Luepke scouting notes
Pros:
- Incredible body control. Very measured athlete.
- Very strong runner between the tackles. Has solid contact balance between staying upright. He Breaks tackles routinely and keeps his legs churning at all times.
- Acceleration is good.
- Natural receiver. More than capable receiver at multiple levels of the field. He has the ability to work the sideline as well while making catches.
- Solid route-runner. Is more of an H-Back in a fullback’s body.
- Ran a complex route tree at North Dakota State.
- Very solid run blocker.
- Solid in pass protection. Stout blocker. Locks up his edge quickly and effectively.
Cons:
- I would expect Luepke to test as a low-end running back, somewhere in the 4.6-4.7 range. It’s good speed, and if you’re not careful, you’ll lose him.
- Doesn’t change direction well with the ball in his hands. He’s focused on staying north/south.
