2024 Linebackers Added To Latest Rankings Update

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Which 2024 linebackers were added to the latest Prep Redzone rankings?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1077513' first='Joshua' last='Ofor'] - Mundys Mill</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An outstanding senior defender from Jonesboro, Ofor has had a very productive 2023 season and has earned a new ranking in the latest update, coming in at No. 116 in the state for the 2024 class. The 6-foot-1 210-pounder is disruptive and finds a way to make big plays in the backfield. So far this season, Ofor has made 84 tackles, 15 TFLs, two sacks, and a pick-6. He strikes hard,plays with good leverage, and knows how to make a sound tackle. He naturally finds his way into the backfield and can come up with a drive-killing play at any particular moment. He's always around the football and brings plenty of length, strength, and drive to his Mundy's Mill defense. He can play on the outside as a pass rusher with the ability to play wth his hand in the dirt. He's a big player to know and was an easy addition to the latest update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1077524' first='Quentin' last='Clark'] - West Laurens</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A small-town linebacker with length and versatility at 6-foot-3 200-pounds who can really attack the ball-carrier. He's long and athletic enough to make plays at outside linebacker where he can both rush the quarterback and run down a running back from the weak side. A two-way standout and one of the better overall athletes in the region, the hard-hitting senior is one of the top linebackers in the region and is now ranked as the No. 269 overall prospect in the state. He's a tough defender who brings max effort to the field and it shows on Friday nights. He plays hard, runs well for his size, and knows how to deliver a sound, fundamental tackle. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1077529' first='KJ' last='Merrell'] - Crisp County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A fast-reacting, hard-hitting defender from Cordele, Merrell has a lengthy 6-foot-3 190-pounder outside linebacker who is currently committed to play for East Carolina. He reads the quarterback well and knows how to fly into the backfield in a hurry. He closes well on the ball-carrier, especially from the weak side. He's rangy, shows great pursuit, and knows how to deliver a sound tackle. Now ranked as the No. 271 prospect in the state, Merrell is having an excellent senior season for Crisp County as he's made 51 tackles, one INT, one forced fumble, and one blocked field goal. He's an active, dependable defender who has rightfully earned his new ranking.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->