Prep Redzone Rankings: 23' LB Breakdown

We’ve finished revamping the 23’ rankings totaling 183 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the Top Linebackers. <hr /> [player_tooltip player_id="65871" first="Tyler" last="Jansey"] Batavia <a href="https://twitter.com/TylerJansey">Twitter</a> Rank: 1 Mr. Jansey comes into the rankings at the number 1 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore this spring where he was a sight to see. He fills holes in run support, has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Jansey has a good frame standing at 6'1 215 and holds a few offers from Western Michigan University as well as Eastern Illinois University. He's a name to watch over the next two seasons and if he's not on your radar he should be. [player_tooltip player_id="20840" first="John" last="Weidenbach"] Benet Academy <a href="https://twitter.com/ijohnweid6">Twitter</a> Rank: 2 Mr. Weidenbach comes into the rankings at the number 2 spot, he played don Varsity as a Sophomore this spring where he didn't disappoint. He fills holes in run support, attacks downhill, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Weidenbach has a good frame standing at 6'1 225 and has been around the summer camp circuit. He's a name to know as he develops further and should be on your radar if he isn't already. [player_tooltip player_id="20845" first="JaMycheal" last="Towns"] Bremen <a href="https://twitter.com/jamycheal">Twitter</a> Rank: 3 Mr. Towns comes into the rankings at the number 3 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore this spring where he was a sight to see. He has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, fills holes in run support, and attacks downhill. Mr. Towns has a good frame at 6'3 200 and has made rounds during the summer camp circuit. He's a name to know and should be on your radar if he isn't already. [player_tooltip player_id="131525" first="Jake" last="Scianna"] Lincoln Way East <a href="https://twitter.com/JakeScianna">Twitter</a> Rank: 4 Mr. Scianna comes into the rankings at the number 4 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore where he showcases his skillset. He fills holes in run support, has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Scianna has a good frame standing at 6'0 220 and made his rounds during the summer camp circuit. He's a name to watch as he develops further and hones his craft. [player_tooltip player_id="135831" first="David" last="Loch"] York <a href="https://twitter.com/davidloch55">Twitter</a> Rank: 5 Mr. Loch comes into the rankings at the number 5 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore where he showcased what he can do. He has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, gets pressure on the QB, and fills holes in run support. Mr. Loch has a good frame standing at 6'1 205 and gets it done in the classroom as well. He's a name to watch as he develops further and I look forward to seeing how he performs this fall. [player_tooltip player_id="135840" first="Ross" last="Dansdill"] Wheaton North <a href="https://twitter.com/rdansdill10">Twitter</a> Rank: 6 Mr. Dansdill comes into the rankings at the number 6 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore where he showcased his skillset. He fills holes in run support, makes open-field tackles, and gets pressure on the QB. Mr. Dansdill has a good frame standing at 6'3 220 and had a good showing at a camp this past weekend. He still has room to develop further and hone his craft, with that being said he's a name to keep an eye on as he does so. [player_tooltip player_id="158067" first="Christian" last="McKinney"] Homewood Flossmoor <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisMckinney05">Twitter</a> Rank: 7 Mr. McKinney comes into the rankings at the number 7 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore where he showcased what he can do. He makes open-field tackles, fills holes in run support, and gets pressure on the QB. Mr. McKinney has a good frame standing at 6'1 220 has been hitting the weight room this off-season. He's a name to keep an eye on this fall as he develops further and hones his craft. [player_tooltip player_id="158005" first="Tyler" last="Burkley"] Lake Zurich <a href="https://twitter.com/tylerburkley21">Twitter</a> Rank: 8 Mr. Burkley comes into the rankings at the number 8 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore where he showcased his skillset. He fills holes in run support, gets off blocks to make the tackle, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Burkley stands at 6'0 200 and has made showings during the summer camp circuit. He's a name to keep an eye on as he develops further and hones his craft. [player_tooltip player_id="136965" first="CJ" last="Campos"] Lemont <a href="https://twitter.com/CallanCampos">Twitter</a> Rank: 9 Mr. Campos comes into the rankings at the number 9 spot he played on JV as a Sophomore and looks to bring his talents to Varsity this fall. He fills holes in run support, gets pressure on the QB, and gets off blocks to make the tackle. Mr. Campos has good size standing at 6'5 225 and plays basketball as well. I can see him transitioning to DE at the next level, as of right now he plays OLB and he's one to keep an eye on as he develops further. [player_tooltip player_id="139654" first="Jake" last="Ryan"] Taft <a href="https://twitter.com/jakeryan3188">Twitter</a> Rank: 10 Mr. Ryan comes into the rankings at the number 10 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore this spring where he showcased what he can do. He gets pressure on the QB, makes open-field tackles, and stays with his man in coverage resulting in incomplete passes. Mr. Ryan has a good frame standing at 6'2 200 and gets it done in the classroom as well. He's a name to keep an eye on as he develops further and hones his craft. [player_tooltip player_id="158009" first="Aiden" last="Riser"] Maora Forsyth <a href="https://twitter.com/AidenRiser">Twitter</a> Rank: 11 Mr. Riser comes into the rankings at the number 11 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore this spring where he showcased what he can do. He fills holes in run support, gets pressure on the QB, and gets off blocks to make the tackle. Mr. Riser stands at 6'0 205 and has made showings at the summer camp circuit. He still has room to develop further and hone his craft, keep an eye on him as he does. [player_tooltip player_id="158006" first="Vinny" last="Rugai"] St Ignatius <a href="https://twitter.com/RugaiVinny">Twitter</a> Rank: 12 Mr. Rugai comes into the rankings at the number 12 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore this spring where he showcased what he can do. He fills holes in run support, gets off blocks to make the tackle, and gets pressure on the QB. Mr. Rugai stands at 6'0 195 and has been putting in the off-season work in preparation for the fall season. He's a name to keep an eye on as he hones his craft and develops further. [player_tooltip player_id="152072" first="Davion" last="Adams"] Thornwood <a href="https://twitter.com/DeboNext_">Twitter</a> Rank: 13 Mr. Adams comes into the rankings at the number 13 spot, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore this spring where he showcased his skillset. He fills holes in run support, makes open-field tackles, and gets off blocks to make the tackle. Mr. Adams stands at 5'9 190, has made rounds during the summer camp circuit, and gets it done in the classroom as well. He has room to develop further and hone his craft, keep an eye on him as he does. [player_tooltip player_id="158007" first="Kiefer" last="Tarnoki"] Sycamore <a href="https://twitter.com/KTarnoki">Twitter</a> Rank: 14 Mr. Tarnoki comes into the rankings at the number 14 position, he played on Varsity as a Sophomore where he showcased what he can do. He gets pressure on the QB, fills holes in run support, and gets off blocks to make the tackle. Mr. Tarnoki stands at 5'10 185, has made his rounds during the summer camp circuit, and plays baseball as well. He has room to hone his craft and develop further, he's a name to keep an eye on as he does so. <hr /> These are the young men that are the Top Linebackers in the rankings. They put in the hard work, developed their craft, and showcased what they can do during the spring season as well as at showcases/camps. Be sure to follow @jamaskane regarding news & information for Illinois High School Football, @PrepRedzoneIL, and @PrepRedzone.