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23′ Rankings Stock Risers Pt. 2

23′ Rankings Stock Risers Pt. 2
Jordan Amaskane
Jordan Amaskane
August 22, 2022 @ 08:24 AM
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Joey Pope
Joey Pope 6'0" | 165 lbs | RB | 2023
IL
Kyle Thomas
Kyle Thomas 6'3" | 160 lbs | QB | 2023
IL
Matt Projansky
Matt Projansky 5'11" | 165 lbs | QB | 2023
IL
Jamel Howard
Jamel Howard 6'3" | 310 lbs | DL | 2023
IL
Jaden Bossie
Jaden Bossie 5'10" | 170 lbs | ATH | 2023
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article series we're going to be taking a look at the Class of 23', more specifically diving into individuals that increased their recruiting stock since last fall. These young men are across the board with college potential at all the various levels. We're here to highlight their improvements and updates in their recruiting. Without further ado, let's dive into part two of this multi-part series diving into the stock risers in the class of 23. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-large-font-size"><strong><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://prepredzone.com/illinois/rankings/2023-rankings/" target="_blank">Take a look at the FULL 23′ Rankings Here!</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_62fee18a38888","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["267721"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Pope is a talented young man that you need to keep an eye on. He most recently posted a sub 4.4 40 at North Central's Campe earlier this fall and had one heck of a Junior season to top it all off. His playmaking abilities resulted in him coming away with offers from Fordham University, South Dakota State University, and Kent State University to name a few. Heading into his Senior Season, keep an eye on this young man as he's going to cause headaches for defensive coordinators having to gameplan for him. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/JoeyPope14u0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499fea421598"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JoeyPope14/status/1459175451285409793?s=20u0026t=gHmndEmKJ-gJzJjjcDyHiA","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JoeyPope14/status/1459175451285409793?s=20u0026t=gHmndEmKJ-gJzJjjcDyHiA </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_62fee19e38889","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["158042"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Bossie is an overall athlete you need to have on your radar. This young man can play various positions on both sides of the ball making his impact felt in both. I got the chance to see this young man in action during our most recent PRZ IL Showcase where he ran a 4.5 40 and made his mark during 1-on-1s. He most recently picked up offers from Upper Iowa University and Roosevelt University. This young man is also one heck of a track athlete as well. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/BossieJadenu0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499fea4215cb"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_62fee1b53888a","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["267193"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Projansky is a two-sport athlete that also showcases his athletic abilities on the baseball field. This young man's potential heading into this fall season is one to keep an eye on with his arm strength and ability to thread the needle. Currently, he holds no offers but don't let that shy you away from this young man. Turn on his film and you'll see why he's a Top 100 player in the state for his class. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/ProjanskyMattu0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499fea4215ed"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_62fee1fc3888c","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["267705"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Thomas is a dual threat quarterback that has deadly foot quicks to him. If you miss a gap assignment on defense, this young man has the ability to exploit this by breaking long runs for six gashing the opposing defense. After a productive Junior season, he was able to pick up an offer from Valparaiso University before coming away with an offer from Northern Illinois University shortly after. Needless to say, he decided to commit to the defending MAC Champions in Northern Illinois University as a receiver. His skill set is going to transition well to that position on the next level and in the meantime keep an eye on his playmaking abilities as he closes out his high school career. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/BillionaireKT_u0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499fea421612"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_62fee2123888d","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["251455"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Howard is an impressive two-gap defensive tackle that can disrupt plays in run support and get after the quarterback in his pass rush. His recruiting skyrocketed after his Junior season picking up offers across the MAC as well as P5 from the Big Ten. This young man decided to head to the Big Ten calling the University of Wisconsin home. With that being said, keep an eye on Mr. Howard and Marist as they look for a deep playoff run this fall. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/HJ_Jr58u0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499fea421631"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Be sure to follow&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/PRZJordan">@PRZJordan</a>&nbsp;regarding news &amp; information for Illinois High School Football as well as&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/prepredzoneIL">@PrepRedzoneIL</a>.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Want to be ranked? Fill out our FREE&nbsp;<a href="https://prepredzone.com/prospect-index/">Prospect Player Index</a>, another tool to help you in your recruiting journey.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

In this article series we're going to be taking a look at the Class of 23', more specifically diving into individuals that increased their recruiting stock since last fall. These young men are across the board with college potential at all the various levels. We're here to highlight their improvements and updates in their recruiting. Without further ado, let's dive into part two of this multi-part series diving into the stock risers in the class of 23.

Joey Pope

Joey Pope

IL
RB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 165
POS RB
CLASS 2023
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Joey
Pope RB
Class
2023
Height
6'0"
Weight
165
HS
Glenbard East
|
IL
23′ Rankings Stock Risers Pt. 2
Mr. Pope is a talented young man that you need to keep an eye on. He most recently...
Written by Jordan Amaskane
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Joey Pope

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State: Illinois
School: Glenbard East
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Jaden Bossie

Jaden Bossie

IL
ATH
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 170
POS ATH
CLASS 2023
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Jaden
Bossie ATH
Class
2023
Height
5'10"
Weight
170
HS
Mt. Carmel
|
IL
23′ Rankings Stock Risers Pt. 2
Mr. Bossie is an overall athlete you need to have on your radar. This young man can play...
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Jaden Bossie

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State: Illinois
School: Mt. Carmel
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Matt Projansky

Matt Projansky

IL
QB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 165
POS QB
CLASS 2023
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Matt
Projansky QB
Class
2023
Height
5'11"
Weight
165
HS
Stevenson
|
IL
23′ Rankings Stock Risers Pt. 2
Mr. Projansky is a two-sport athlete that also showcases his athletic abilities on the baseball field. This young...
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Matt Projansky

State: Illinois
School: Stevenson
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Kyle Thomas

Kyle Thomas

IL
QB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 160
POS QB
CLASS 2023
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Kyle
Thomas QB
Class
2023
Height
6'3"
Weight
160
HS
Marian Catholic
|
IL
23′ Rankings Stock Risers Pt. 2
Mr. Thomas is a dual threat quarterback that has deadly foot quicks to him. If you miss a...
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Kyle Thomas

State: Illinois
School: Marian Catholic
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Jamel Howard

Jamel Howard

IL
DL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 310
POS DL
CLASS 2023
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Jamel
Howard DL
Class
2023
Height
6'3"
Weight
310
HS
Marist
|
IL
23′ Rankings Stock Risers Pt. 2
Mr. Howard is an impressive two-gap defensive tackle that can disrupt plays in run support and get after...
Written by Jordan Amaskane
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Jamel Howard

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State: Illinois
School: Marist
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