2027 Stock-Risers
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The talented prospects in the review had impressive performances throughout the past season. Several prospects received offers after the season ended which factored into moving them up in the recent updated player rankings. The review covers the prospects who moved…
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Continue ReadingThe talented prospects in the review had impressive performances throughout the past season. Several prospects received offers after the season ended which factored into moving them up in the recent updated player rankings. The review covers the prospects who moved up in the player rankings.
Jonathan Dillon Jonathan Dillon 6'2" | 175 lbs | WR Southern Durham | 2027 State NC – WR, 6’2″ 175 (Previous rank – No. 9 ATH, No. 1 WR, No. 9 Overall), Southern Durham HS. Jonathan ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He displayed sure hands while making catches in traffic. He finished the past season with 23 receptions for 461 yards and 4 TDs. He finished the season with 7 carries for 64 yards and 3 TDs. Jonathan has received a Power5 and D1 offers, more are expected to come in for him throughout his high school career. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.
Jordan Matthewson Jordan Matthewson 6'4" | 205 lbs | ATH Martin County | 2027 State NC – ATH, 6’4″ 205 (Previously unranked, No. 1 ATH, No. 42 Overall), Martin County HS. Jordan ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He displayed sure hands while making catches in traffic while playing wide receiver. He displayed quickness out of his stance to make contact with blockers while moving past them to make stops while playing linebacker. Jordan displayed good lateral movement and speed to cover a lot of ground quickly while closing in on the ball carrier. He has received a D1 offer, more are expected to come in for him throughout his high school career. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.
AK Crumel – DB, 6’1″ 170 (Previous rank – No. 8 DB, No. 1 DB, No. 2 Overall), Clayton HS. AK displayed the ability to change directions quickly and speed to cover receivers. He displayed good technique and good use of arms, making it difficult to complete a pass against him. He finished the past season with 15 total tackles and 2 tackles for losses. AK has received Power5 and D1 offers, more are expected to come in for him throughout his high school career. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.
Lance Henderson Lance Henderson 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB Southern Durham | 2027 State NC – DB, 5’11” 175 (Previously unranked, No. 3 DB, No. 11 Overall), Southern Durham HS. Lance displayed the ability to change directions quickly and speed to cover receivers. He displayed good technique on tackles made in the open field. He finished the past season with 32 total tackles and 1 interception. Lance has received a Power5 offer, more are expected to come in for him throughout his high school career. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.
Markez Wilbert Markez Wilbert 6'0" | 240 lbs | DL Wake Forest | 2027 State NC – DL, 6’0″ 240 (Previously unranked, No. 2 DL, No. 15 Overall), Wake Forest HS. Markez displayed good technique and good use of hands to control blockers while moving past them to make stops. He moved well in tight spaces to stop inside running plays. He finished the past season with 56 total tackles, 8.5 tackles for losses, 1.5 sacks, and 7 hurries. Markez has received a D1 offer, more are expected to come in for him throughout his high school career. He is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.
Mason Holtzclaw Mason Holtzclaw 6'4" | 195 lbs | QB Christ School | 2027 State NC – QB, 6’4″ 195 (Previously unranked, No. 2 QB, No. 5 Overall), Christ School. Mason displayed good arm strength on short and medium range throws. He displayed good ball velocity on throws on target to receivers. He completed 118 of 236 passes for 1,522 yards and 14 TDs. Mason finished the past season with 38 carries for 69 yards and 2 TDs. He finished the season with 1,591 total yards and 16 TDs. He has received Power5 and D1 offers, more are expected to come in for him throughout his high school career. Mason is expected to continue to improve his skillset during offseason training and participation in Summer Prospect Camps.