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Prospects Who Deserves More Recognition – Pt. 2

Prospects Who Deserves More Recognition – Pt. 2
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CJ Marable
CJ Marable December 26, 2023 @ 11:51 PM
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Davis Smith
Davis Smith 5'10" | 175 lbs | ATH | 2024
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Tre Darden
Tre Darden 6'2" | 185 lbs | DB | 2025
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There are numerous talented athletes who often go unnoticed or receive less recognition than they deserve. These prospects may possess exceptional skills and potential, but due to various reasons such as lack of exposure, competition level, or regional biases, they may not receive the same attention as their more highly touted counterparts. This scouting report aims to shed light on some of these high school prospects who deserve more recognition for their abilities.

Brayden Tabbs

Brayden Tabbs

HEIGHT 5'6"
POS DB
CLASS 2026

Brayden Tabbs

School: Red Bay High School
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Tre Darden

Tre Darden

AL
DB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 185
POS DB
CLASS 2025
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Height
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Weight
185
HS
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AL
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Jeremiah Darlington

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HEIGHT 5'9"
POS RB
CLASS 2024

Jeremiah Darlington

School: Loachapoka High School
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Davis Smith Davis Smith 5'10" | 175 lbs | ATH Auburn | 2024 AL

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