April Recruiting Update: 2024s Making Noise!

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>April has been a big month recruiting-wise across the state- here we check out some prospects that have been making noise!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["130505"],"_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":"[player_tooltip player_id='130505' first='KJ' last='Jackson'] is an unbelievably talented quarterback prospect with a ton to offer at the next level- we've watched him consistently progress as a passer year after year at St. James to where he's established himself as one of the top QBs in our 2024 Rankings. Jackson just wrapped up a fantastic year where his team went 13-2 with a state championship win, and where he also individually totaled up 2813 passing yards and 42 passing touchdowns to only 7 interceptions, with an additional 171 yards and 6 touchdowns on the ground as well. Jackson was a force to be reckoned with last fall- he has an fantastic ability to read the field, can deliver the ball to his targets with ease, and has the mobility to extend plays outside of the pocket and even make some plays out in the open field. Jackson has been a highly sought after prospect since his freshman year, but blew up a ton last year. Recently however, Jackson revealed that he was pledging his commitment to Arkansas! Keep an eye on him not only this fall, but as he heads to Fayetteville at the next level as well, [player_tooltip player_id='130505' first='KJ' last='Jackson'] is a special prospect!","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["788612"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='788612' first='Gabriel' last='Benton'] is another super talented quarterback out of this 2024 class, and things have been heating up for him big in the recruiting world recently! Benton is a highly intelligent QB that has really been incredibly productive and ultimately has taken Benjamin Russell's offense to a new level in the last year. Last fall, Benton dominated everywhere on the field- posting up 2761 yards and 31 passing touchdowns, with 338 yards and 2 touchdowns on the ground as well. Benton has a great ability to see the field, he always knows where he needs to put the ball and can deliver it accurately to his receivers really well. In addition to that, Benton's got a ton of arm strength and can let it rip in or outisce of the pokcet. With his play taking it off like it did last fall, many teams have been reaching out and sending offers his way. For instance, within the last few weeks Benton has added Alabama State, UT Martin, Austin Peay, and North Alabama! Keep an eye on him this fall, he and Benjamin Russell are sure to have big years.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["788620"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='788620' first='Kam' last='Weaver'] is one of Andalusia's several talented prospects on defense, and while all of them provide their great talents, Weaver may be the most versatile and game breaking prospect of them all. Last fall Weaver was near impossible for offenses to gameplan against, he made plays any and everywhere against the run and pass. To illustrate this better, on the season Weaver totaled up 83 tackles (8 tackles for loss), 3 sacks, 4 interceptions, 7 pass breakups, and 3 total defensive touchdowns. Weaver has unbelievable instincts and plays with maximum effort every play- it's hard to find a play from him where he doesn't know where he needs to be or where he isn't playing at 100 mph. Weavers ability to play both on/off ball, cover, but also bring the heat with his tackling and pursuit is exactly why his recruitment has been opening up. With numbers and talent like that, it's no wonder why teams have started reaching out to the talented linebacker- this past week he received an offer from UAB which added to the several he picked up in the month of March!","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["788747"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='788747' first='Donovan' last='Price'] is a super talented athlete for Hewitt Trussville, contributing and producing really well at both tight end and running back the last few seasons. Standing at 6'3 220, Price is a big guy that plays with a lot of physicality, but also has a good amount of finesse to him as well. At TE, Price is a really reliable target in the passing game- posting  up 27 receptions for 338 yards and 3 touchdowns on the season last fall. In addition to being a good receiving TE, Price also has a great ability to block in both the run and pass game. When he's coming out of the backfield- look out- he's a force to be reckoned with. With his size and speed, Price makes it near impossible for defenders to take him down- the strength and intensity he plays with is on another level. Recently, teams have been taking notice, Price has picked up offers from Austin Peay and Georgia Southern this week, with more offers on the way soon!","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":4,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-644176a466b4a"} /-->