Five 2028 Athletes in Kentucky to Know About

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After an action-packed 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 2028 athletes in Kentucky to know about.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["953600"],"_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":1141425,"_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":"Making a huge impact down the stretch is [player_tooltip player_id='953600' first='Kyle' last='Sledge Jr.'], an athlete at Bowling Green Middle School. What impresses me about Sledge is his height and wingspan, proving he can haul in the deep pass as well as be disruptive in coverage on the other side of the ball. I also like Sledge's ability to be aggressive with his arms, proving he can attack the ball in the air and contest the long pass.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d50aa96b852"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1042321"],"_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='1042321' first='Jeremiah' last='Burbage'], an athlete at Lexington Christian Academy. What I like about Burbage is his ability to read the pass and get in prime position for the interception. Another facet of Burbage's playstyle that stands out is his ability to take the pick all the way to the house from along the edge, showcasing his electric speed and ability to put touchdowns on the board.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d50aa96b8ae"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["871288"],"_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":"Another intriguing prospect to keep an eye on is [player_tooltip player_id='871288' first='Kingston' last='Dillard'], an athlete at Owensboro Middle School. Dillard impresses me with his quick execution and ability to overwhelm the defense with his speed, both in the pocket and from along the edge. I also like how Dillard can absorb defensive contact, stay on his feet in the backfield and take it all the way to the house for the touchdown.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d50aa96b8fb"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["904288"],"_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":1189114,"_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":"Making a strong impression on the field last season was [player_tooltip player_id='904288' first='Darion' last='Cole'], an athlete at W.E.B. Dubois Academy. Cole stands out with his strong catching ability and durability on the run, proving he can blast past the defense and push into enemy territory. I also like Cole's aggression in coverage, showing off his ability to absorb defensive contact, stay in front of the ball and haul in challenging passes with ease.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d50aa96b98b"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["988053"],"_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":1189170,"_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 prospect to know is [player_tooltip player_id='988053' first='John' last='Jones'], an athlete at Paducah Middle School. Jones stands out due to his explosiveness, proving he can juke out entire defenses and take it it to the endzone as a kick returner. I also like how Jones can maneuver the field and use his electric speed to get open when his quarterback is under pressure. Jones also proved he can utilize his size and strength to break tackles.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65d50aa96b9d5"} /-->