2022 Rankings: Breaking Down The Midlands (Part 5)

More than 30 players from our Class of 2022 state rankings come from the Midlands. From Sumter to the west side of Lexington County, the central pocket of the state produces battle-tested players who are cutting their teeth just about every game. In six parts, we broke down all of them and what we loved about their games. This is a list you don’t want to miss. DAVIN “DJ” JACKSON School: Sumter Position: Defensive line Analysis: Jackson’s stat pack is one that heeds double checking. That’s what happens when you have 26 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks and four QB hurries in a nine-game season. [player_tooltip player_id="59480" first="DeQuandre" last="Smith"] School: Spring Valley Position: Quarterback Analysis: The 6-foot-2, 210-pounder put up more than 1,700 yards of offense in his abbreviate junior season, and he’s got FCS offers at both quarterback and defensive back. [player_tooltip player_id="59475" first="Zayveon" last="Wells"] School: Lakewood Position: Defensive back Analysis: Wells is the second-best defensive back in the state, and it’s important to note that he’s so highly regarded despite having fewer opportunities due to a limited game action. [player_tooltip player_id="61067" first="Cam" last="Scott"] School: Hammond School Position: Wide receiver Analysis: Scott is a speedster who can torch opponents deep. But what makes him special is the 5-foot-11, 172-pound receiver goes across the middle and creates space amid havoc. [player_tooltip player_id="91170" first="Rondarius" last="Porter"] School: Heathwood Hall Position: Defensive line Analysis: Porter accepted a preferred walk-on spot at nearby South Carolina, pulling the trigger on what would have been a hectic recruiting schedule for the talented tackle and end.