2nd Round Playoff Game: 7 Key Impact Sophomores

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the 2nd round of the playoffs approaches, it's important to take a closer look at the impact sophomores who could make a difference in the upcoming games. Here are 7 players to keep an eye on, based on their performance so far this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["882918"],"_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":"Mabson is a strong runner who has a burst to get upfield. With natural feel and patience, Mabson lets holes develop, and then he has the quickness to dart upfield after deciding to go North-South. 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