Bluegrass 2028’s ‘Bout to Blow Up – Feb. 7th

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After a sensational year of high school football action in the Bluegrass State, it's time to highlight some explosive rising stars at the middle school level that should make a considerable impact in their freshman season and beyond. Without any further ado, here's today's look at five intriguing 2028's in Kentucky to keep an eye on next fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["871293"],"_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":"The first player to look at today is [player_tooltip player_id='871293' first='Leon' last='Melvin III'], an athlete at Jefferson County Middle School. In addition to excellent speed off the snap, Melvin impresses me on the ground with his electric speed off the snap and durability under pressure. I also like Melvin's solid passing ability, showcasing excellent arm strength and precision in the air.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65b7fc1893690"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["423481"],"_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":"I am additionally impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='423481' first='JaAubrey' last='Sherrill'], a wide receiver at Mayfield Middle School. Sherrill stands out with his strong footwork and ability to maneuver the pocket with ease. I also like Sherrill due to his ability to quickly juke out his opponent on the run, proving he can escape the defense and take it all the way into enemy territory.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65b7fc18936ef"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["423489"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1174741,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"A kid who passes the eye test right away is [player_tooltip player_id='423489' first='Maddox' last='Bryant'], a running back at Hazard Middle School. What makes Bryant so explosive on the ground is his physical edge and durability on the ground. I like how Bryant can stay on his feet in the pocket and use his physicality to shake tackles. I also like Bryant's ability to blast through the defense, proving he can make plays in third-down scenarios.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65b7fc1893741"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["317589"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1139779,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Another skilled prospect to watch for is [player_tooltip player_id='317589' first='Connor' last='Blevins'], an offensive and defensive lineman at Northern Pulaski Middle School. Blevins catches my attention with his size and speed at the line of scrimmage, showing off his ability to absorb pressure and match his foe's physicality. I also like how Blevins can utilize his core strength to quickly win one-one-one matchups.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65b7fc1893796"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["952928"],"_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":"Rounding out today's look at upcoming Kentucky prospects is [player_tooltip player_id='952928' first='Kolin' last='Baker'], a defensive lineman at W.E.B. Dubois Academy. Baker impresses me with his pushback, proving he can blast the rush to the ground and make crucial stops. I also like how Baker can read the offense like a book and breach the pocket and push the offense behind the line of scrimmage.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65b7fc1893807"} /-->