Updated 2025 Player Rankings – Stock-Risers
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The reviews of players films, discussions with coaches and fellow scouts factored into the updated player rankings. The updated player rankings cover 141prospects. The review covers 7 players whose field performances were worthy of moving them up in the player…
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Continue ReadingThe reviews of players films, discussions with coaches and fellow scouts factored into the updated player rankings. The updated player rankings cover 141prospects. The review covers 7 players whose field performances were worthy of moving them up in the player rankings.
Jordan Young – ATH, 6’0″ 165 (Previously unranked, No. 2 ATH, No. 13 Overall), Monroe HS. Jordan is a standout performer who plays on both sides of the ball for his team. He ran good pass routes and good separation from defenders to make catches. He displayed speed to accelerate past defenders after making catches in the open field for big yardage. Jordan finished the season with 52 receptions for 1,010 yards and 12 TDs. He displayed the ability to change directions quickly to cover receivers. He displayed good technique and blanketed receivers in man-coverage, making it difficult to complete a pass against him. Jordan finished the season with 41 total tackles and 8 interceptions. He has received several Power5 and D1 offers, more are expected to follow.
Isaiah Campbell Isaiah Campbell 6'5" | 265 lbs | DL Southern Durham | 2025 State NC – DL, 6’5″ 265 (Previously No. 7 DL, No. 2 DL, No. 5 Overall), Greene Central HS. Isaiah displayed good technique and violent hands to control blockers while moving past them for stops. He displayed quickness out of his stance to move past blockers, often unblocked. Isaiah is a combination of power and speed which makes it difficult to block him. He finished the season with 61 total tackles, 17 which were for losses. He finished the season with 44 solo tackles and 5 sacks. Isaiah has received several Power5 and D1 offers, more are expected to follow.
Gavin Marks Gavin Marks 6'2" | 300 lbs | OL Rolesville | 2025 State NC – OL, 6’1″ 285 (Previously No. 5 OL, No. 2 OL, No. 11 Overall), Rolesville HS. Gavin displayed quickness and power out of his stance from the center position. He quickly makes contact with defenders, many who are much larger. However, Gavin is able to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He displayed a solid base while protecting the quarterback during the pass plays. He is the top center in the class and one of the best in the state. Gavin has received a Power5 offer, more are expected to follow.
Zach Lawrence Zach Lawrence 6'2" | 205 lbs | QB Butler | 2025 State NC – QB, 6’2″ 190 (Previously No. 7 QB, No. 1 QB, No. 14 Overall), Butler HS. Zach displayed leadership while directing a high-scoring offensive unit during the season. He displayed good arm strength on the medium and deep ball throws. He completed 165 passes for 2,557 yards and 32 TDs. Zach completed 63 percent of his passes along with 9 interceptions. He averaged 196.7 yards per game and 15.5 yards per throw. He finished the season with a QB rating of 120.8. Zach has received a Power5 and D1 offers, more are to follow.
De’Von Thomas De’Von Thomas 5'8" | 195 lbs | RB Rolesville | 2025 State NC – RB, 5’8″ 190 (Previously No. 6 RB, No. 2 RB, No. 8 Overall), Rolesville HS. De’Von is a durable running back who runs inside to gain tough yardage and speed to run outside to accelerate past defenders for big yardage. He finished the season with 129 carries for 1,086 yards and 12 TDs. He and fellow teammate both rushed for over 1,000 yards during the season. Rolesville HS has two of the top running backs in the state. De’Von has received a Power5 offer, more are expected to follow.
Jeremiah Harrison Jeremiah Harrison 6'0" | 180 lbs | WR Chambers | 2025 State NC – WR, 6’0″ 175 (Previously unranked, No. 2 WR, No. 31 Overall), Chambers HS. Jeremiah ran good pass routes and good separation from defenders to make catches. He displayed speed after making the catch to accelerate past defenders to gain yardage. The talented young receiver is difficult to defend in man-coverage. Jeremiah and fellow teammate are two of the top receivers in the class and two of top receivers in the 2025 class nationally. He has received a Power5 and a D1 offer, more are expected to follow.
Ian Coleman Ian Coleman 6'2" | 220 lbs | LB Butler | 2025 State NC – DL, 6’2″ 230 (Previously No. 4 LB, No. 2 LB, No. 9 Overall), Butler HS. Ian displayed good lateral movement and speed to cover a lot of ground quickly to make stops. He plays at a high-energy level and an instinct to follow the football. He finished the season with 79 total tackles, 28 which were for losses. Ian finds a way to disrupt plays in the backfield, which resulted in 10 sacks during the season. He has received a Power5 offer, more are to follow.