I haven't seen them play as much as I have in previous years (yet) but based on what I've seen (and heard) of them, the latest group of 16 - 18 year olds are the best I've ever seen at Villa by some distance.
Of course nobody should be carried away yet but certainly we are in fantastic shape at academy/reserve level.
And this NextGen series is a great idea and will only help to develop these players further.