2026 New Additions – Part One

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The review of 192 prospects was just conducted by the PRZ staff. Game films, scout discussions, and offers factored into the updated player rankings. The prospects listed in the two-part review had outstanding performances throughout the past season to include them in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1149032' first='Marcus' last='Sales'] - ATH, 6'0" 160 (No.15 ATH, Watchlist), Cox Mill HS. </strong> Marcus displayed the ability to change directions quickly and speed to cover receivers. He displayed good technique and use of arms, making it difficult to complete a pass against him. He finished the past season with 37 total tackles and 2 interceptions while playing corner back. Marcus ran good pass routes and separation from defenders while making catches. He finished the season with 16 receptions for 146 yards and 1 TD while playing wide receiver. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='740869' first='Soto' last='Kelly'] - DB, 5'10" 140 (No.21 DB, Watchlist), Providence HS.</strong> Soto displayed the ability to change directions quickly and speed while covering receivers. He displayed good technique and use of arms, making it difficult to complete a pass against him. He displayed good technique on tackles made in the open field. Soto finished the past season with 72 total tackles, 7 tackles for losses, 2 interceptions, and 2 forced fumbles. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1136705' first='Mark' last='Franco'] - DL, 6'2" 275 (No.33 DL, No. 156 Overall), Charlotte Christian HS. </strong> Mark displayed good technique and good use of hands to control blockers while moving past them to make stops. He moves well in tight spaces to stop inside running plays. He finished the past season with 43 total tackles, 2.5 tackles for losses, 2.5 sacks, and 2 hurries. Mark is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1130290' first='Rob' last='Lange'] - DL, 6'5" 235 (No.14 DL, No. 94 Overall), Southwest Guilford HS.</strong> Rob displayed quickness out of his stance and good use of hands to control blockers while moving past them to make stops. He displayed good technique on tackles made in the open field. He finished the past season with 43 total tackles, 9 tackles for losses, 2 sacks, and 2 hurries. Rob is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1129856' first='Jackson' last='Bordelon'] - LB, 6'0" 180 (No.23 LB, Watchlist), Fuquay Varina HS. </strong> Jackson displayed good lateral movement and speed to cover a lot of ground quickly while closing in on the ball carrier to make stops. He displayed good technique on tackles made in the open field. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1136707' first='Nate' last='Baker'] - OL, 6'4" 285 (No.28 OL, No. 106 Overall), South Mecklenburg HS. </strong>Nate displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He displayed quickness and upper body strength to drive block defenders out of the play. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1136179' first='Dejon' last='Hall'] - OL, 6'4" 275 (No.27 OL, No. 105 Overall), Palisades HS.</strong> Dejon displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He displayed a solid base while protecting the quarterback on passing plays. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->