’25s Who Put Themselves on the Map in ’23

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Use code Johnson30 for 30% off a new PRZ WI subscription!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2025 is shaping into a group that is going to push 2024 for one of the best we have seen this state produce. There are going to be several Power 5 scholarship athletes in this Class, not to mention the depth looks strong as well for the FCS-D3 levels. The rankings already have a lot of talent, but these athletes in today's article are set to be added to that group and shake things up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[944029],"_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":"An athlete who is going to shake things up in the rankings is Kimberly's leading tackler on their stout 2023 defense. Braeden is growing into a next level frame that is currently 6'3u0022 205 lbs. The ILB has a wide array of tools to continue to develop and strengthen. The junior led his team in tackles thanks in big part to his high end instincts for the position. Ellefson is quick to read and recognize OL flow, and movement of the backs/QB. Braedon also has a an effective base of athleticism so he can move with the flow of the play and meet ball carriers right in the hole while also avoiding blocks. The junior has a good closing burst. The overall range is also effective, allowing him to chase down plays from behind or chase down the ball outside the tackles. 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