2027 Rankings Debut- More Top Prospects!
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Yesterday we took a look at our Top 5 prospects in the 2027 class, and today we will be taking a look at those ranked 6-10th! Cason Myers AL #8 QB #2 HEIGHT 6'2" WEIGHT 175 POS QB CLASS 2027…
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Continue ReadingYesterday we took a look at our Top 5 prospects in the 2027 class, and today we will be taking a look at those ranked 6-10th!
Cason Myers Cason Myers 6’2″ | 175 lbs | QB Pike Road | 2027 State AL is Pike Road’s standout freshman quarterback that has made a huge impact in his first year starting, showcasing some exceptional talents and helping them win a bunch of games this fall. Myers has a strong arm capable of making some incredibly difficult throws with terrific accuracy, helping Pike Road’s passing attack flourish all year. That effect can be seen in Myer’s numbers easily as he really showcased his talents by completing 199 of his 301 attempts for an impressive total of 2,389 yards, 17 touchdowns, to only just 5 interceptions. Myers is a really talented player with the ability to move the chains or make scoring plays by utilizing his elite decision-making when he’s under pressure. Currently, Cason Myers Cason Myers 6’2″ | 175 lbs | QB Pike Road | 2027 State AL lists an offer from Alabama State and with his early success as a freshman it’ll be exciting to see how he continues to perform next fall!
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Savarius Evans Savarius Evans 5’11” | 200 lbs | RB Decatur Heritage | 2027 State AL is an explosive running back for Decatur Heritage that really emerged as a dynamic force in their offense as he left a lasting impact on their ground game last season. Evans has some truly exceptional speed, when you pair that with his fantastic acceleration and his ability to change direction effortlessly, it makes him an absolute nightmare for opposing defenses to try and stop. Throughout the year, Evans carried the ball an impressive 204 times for a total of 2,012 yards and 24 touchdowns, showcasing his reliability and dominance as a ball carrier out their backfield. Evan’s has an terrific ability to navigate through defenses with agility and break off big plays in the open field- he did it all year long and was extremely consistent out of the backfield. Evans’s explosive performances throughout last season really show how much of a key asset he is in Decatur Heritage’s offense- keep an eye on them going forward to see how well he continues to perform!
Gunner Rivers Gunner Rivers 6’2″ | 175 lbs | QB St Michael Catholic | 2027 State AL is an outstanding freshman quarterback for St. Michael Catholic that has garnered attention as one of the nation’s top passers with how well his debut season went this year. Rivers showcases some exceptional talents as a passer, he has the ability to get the ball out quick and distribute it efficiently by making some consistently impressive throws. Rivers’ remarkable accuracy and decision-making are evident in his play as he was able to have himself a great season where he ended up completing 229 out of 362 attempts for a total of 3,077 yards and 29 touchdowns to only 4 interceptions. It’s easy to tell that Rivers’ has a lot of poise and maturity on the field-as a rising star, Rivers has been a massive contribution to St. Michael Catholic offense. Keep an eye on him going forward, with how well he’s been playing he has some superstar potential!
Ellis McGaskin Ellis McGaskin LB Williamson | 2027 State AL is a high-flying linebacker for Williamson that is capable of disrupting opposing offenses in a wide variety of ways. McGaskin has an impressive combination of speed, strength, and relentless pursuit that makes him a massive threat to opposing offenses- he is able to track down and tackle any opposing ball carrier with extreme ease, no matter where he is initially lined up. Throughout his outstanding freshman season, McGaskin’s impact was evident as he recorded an impressive 142 total tackles (13 of which were for loss), a sack, two forced fumbles, and three pass breakups. All year long he showcased his versatility and playmaking abilities with how well he was able to affect both the run and pass. McGaskin’s early success is just the beginning, with how well he’s played he’s already picked up offers from Auburn, Texas A@M, Marshall, and more! Keep track of him going into next year, he’s a bigtime prospect in the making!
AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5’10” | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2027 State AL is an impressive running back for Dothan that emerged as a key playmaker for their rushing attack, showcasing a skill set that blends terrific speed, elite elusiveness, and keen vision all together. Alexander’s ability to navigate through defenses and make quick decisions reflects not only his athleticism but also his instincts for the game- every time the ball is in his hands he is able to maximize his yardage. As a true weapon in Dothan’s offense, Alexander had a standout season that featured him recording 124 carries for an impressive 1,044 yards and 11 touchdowns. Alexander’s early contributions to the team’s ground game as a freshman really shows just how much potential he has as a player for them, keep track of him as he heads into his sophomore year next fall- he’ll be a player to watch!