PRZTN Spring Showcase: Best Underclassmen

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">The future looks bright in recruiting here in Tennessee, if you go by the prospects we have featured below! Out of all the prospects in attendance last weekend, these underclassmen stole the show!! </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Prospects&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(QB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='279488' first='Kam' last='Alexander'] </strong>- Bartlett: Making his 2nd appearance with us this year, Alexander had another strong showing as one of the best athletic QB's and someone that feels comfortable with the spotlight. Alexander has a good arm that will get stronger along with great athletic traits, high character and a strong work ethic.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KamarionA_2025/status/1660459212013486081?s=20","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/KamarionA_2025/status/1660459212013486081?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(RB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='540027' first='Josiah' last='Featherstone'] </strong>- Red Bank: This Chattanooga area runner had a solid day at the PRZTN Showcase where he was one of the best at his position along with being one of the top testers. Featherstone is a shifty back that runs hard while also sporting the ability to catch the ball out of the backfield.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(WR) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='846636' first='Josh' last='Campbell'] </strong>- Paducah- Tilghman (Ky): Campbell has a bright future on the college gridiron as a versatile prospect that is suited for receiver right now but has the height and length to excel at defensive back as well. His natural athleticism and versatility will be key traits when it comes to his recruitment as Campbell has untapped raw upside.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(TE) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='219379' first='Drew' last='Ross'] </strong>- Knox. Halls: It was an excellent showing last Sunday for this East Tennessee tight end as I didn't see Ross drop a pass all day and was efficient with his route running, telling me he could develop into one of the top players at his position for the #TN2025 class.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='323140' first='Brady' last='Smith'] </strong>- CPA: This Nashville area O-lineman had a breakout camp as not only one of the best during 1 on 1 competition but Smith was the best overall tester from his position as well. The Lions rising junior has excellent feet along with a strong upper base and the ability to play all three interior positions on the next level.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CSmithScout/status/1660709404046663681?s=20","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/CSmithScout/status/1660709404046663681?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(Ath) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='461255' first='Yasir' last='Muhammad'] </strong>- Memp. Central: Elite athleticism, Muhammad was one of the brightest stars of our Showcase last weekend where he won the fastest man competition and put up some of the best testing numbers of camp. Muhammad worked mainly at defensive back at camp but has the ability to excel at receiver as well.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(Ath) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='540034' first='Lucas' last='Szymborski'] </strong>- Cleveland: Get to know about this East Tennessee talent as Szymborski put on an athletic show at our Showcase last weekend, working mainly at linebacker, where I think his potential might sit best. The Blue Raiders two-way talent is well built physically with natural athletic abilities and the versatility to excel on offense or defense in college.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(Ath) <strong>D.J. Perry </strong>- Paducah-Tilghman (Ky): Well built physically with long arms and position versatility, Perry is a talented young man who I see as a future D1 guy due to his size and natural athletic abilities. This Kentucky native showed explosive traits last Sunday along with the speed that could develop on either side of the ball inside the college game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(DE/LB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='833292' first='Hayden' last='Smith'] </strong>- Grissom (AL): Smith was a pleasant surprise last weekend as one of the better edge rushers at camp and someone that can make some noise down in Alabama this year. Sporting nice size with long arms, Smith is built like a 3-4 edge rusher that showed off nice bend, active hands and motor at the PRZTN Showcase. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(DL) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='219378' first='Connor' last='Coffman'] </strong>- Page: From start to finish, Coffman was one of the more consistent performers on the day, regardless of position. He was the top overall tester for the D-linemen then went into 1 on 1 competition and performed very well. The Patriots rising junior is a big man that moves well along with a great frame for added size, so potential galore sits with this Mid-Tennessee talent.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(DB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='834606' first='Mason' last='Bryant'] </strong>- Father Ryan: This Showcase was a breakout party for this Mid-Tennessee defensive back who had college coaches and scouts drooling over his game play all day long. Bryant is highly instinctive and aggressive along with position versatility. He is a prospect that I will definitely be following this Fall to watch his progression.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(S) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1144195' first='Tanner' last='Caudle'] </strong>- Mars Hill (AL): An unknown coming into the PRZTN Showcase, Caudle left as a player to watch moving as he was one of the top overall testers from camp and high level prospect at safety that can run and cover. This Alabama native put up a 4.53 forty in testing then went on to show good closing speed and instincts during coverage drills.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/TannerCaudle2/status/1661064147495272466?s=20","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/TannerCaudle2/status/1661064147495272466?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>------------</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 Prospects&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(QB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='402540' first='Femi' last='Babalola'] </strong>- Ravenwood: This Mid-Tennessee quarterback was very impressive last Sunday, sporting nice size and clean mechanics that translate well to the next level. Babalola is a true pocket passer that throws a pretty ball along with nice ball placement. The Raptors rising sophomore has the physical traits and upside to make it one day into the college game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(QB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='740872' first='Tristan' last='Colenberg'] </strong>- Germantown: Well put together physically with a great attitude towards coaching, Colenberg was fun to watch at the PRZTN Showcase as he competed very hard in everything he did while showing nice passing upside for the next level. The Red Devils sophomore has more growing to do but I could definitely see the potential!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BossColenberg/status/1660614415337619456?s=20","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/BossColenberg/status/1660614415337619456?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(RB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='834613' first='Robert' last='Bailey'] </strong>- Shelbyville: Regardless of class, Bailey was one of more athletic prospects from the RB position at camp and a player that sports the speed and big play abilities to become a highly recruited prospect down the road. Look for Bailey to take on a bigger role this Fall as the Golden Eagles possible lead back.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(WR) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='492563' first='John' last='Binion'] </strong>- Lebanon: This could be the next Blue Devils star from Lebanon as Binion placed as the fastest receiver at camp and someone that has the athleticism and speed that can translate to the college game. He needs to continue working and adding more weight but Binion sports nice potential and the athletic traits college coaches will like.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(WR) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='540040' first='Oliver' last='Bender'] </strong>- Nolensville: Tall and long with a great frame for added weight, Bender was very impressive last Sunday with his body control, vert and ability to make tough catches. He is also a deceptive athlete who created nice separation off the line, showing upside to develop those traits further over the coming years.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(WR) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1311247' first='Brenden' last='Brown'] </strong>- Paducah-Tilghman (Ky): Something is in the water up in Paducah as Brown is third underclassmen to make this list and it's well warranted. Brown put forth the best shuttle time on the day along with displaying nice athleticism and speed at wideout during 1 on 1 competitions. He needs to pack on more weight but this Kentucky native is legit and someone to watch moving forward.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(DE) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='540022' first='Harrison' last='Smith'] - </strong>Sequatchie Co.: This was the 2nd time seeing Smith perform in person and he definitely improved this time around showing more explosion and attention to detail throughout testing. This Chattanooga area defender has the size and skill set to develop into one of the best Def. End prospects for the TN2026 class.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":837488,"width":444,"height":296,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/Harrison-Smith.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-837488" width="444" height="296" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(S) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='284142' first='Bryson' last='Holt'] </strong>- Nash. Christian: Some of the testing numbers may be marginal right now but Holt has the athletic traits to improve and develop into one of the best safety prospects from the TN2026 class. He was one of the best DB's with his coverage abilities during 1 on 1's, showing great instincts and closing speed.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Others to Know ….</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- (QB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='279486' first='Sam' last='Evitts'] </strong>- Sequatchie Co., (S) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='279483' first='Eli' last='Baumann'] </strong>- Independence, (Ath) <strong>Ronald Davis-Suttles </strong>- Hixson, (Ath) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='833029' first='Locke' last='Kennedy'] </strong>- BGA, (OG/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='323141' first='Hayden' last='Warwick'] </strong>- Carter, (WR) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='219344' first='Jayden' last='Elliott'] </strong>- Creek Wood, (WR) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='361235' first='Britton' last='Barrett'] </strong>- Maryville, (LB) <strong>Jahmani Washington</strong>, (LB/S) <strong>Semaj Avery </strong>- Grenada (MS), ‘26 (Ath) <strong>Tremell Davis </strong>- Hixson, ‘26 (QB) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='567225' first='Luke' last='Finch'] </strong>- Hixson, ‘26 (DE) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='834578' first='Dylan' last='Speirs'] </strong>- Blackman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":837375,"width":495,"height":461,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/16-Yasir-Muhammad.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-837375" width="495" height="461" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->