Prep Redzone Next Murfreesboro: Top 2028 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After the Prep Redzone Next Combine Series at Oakland High School in Murfreesboro last weekend, it's time to take a closer look at some of the top middle school prospects to make their presence known. Following my breakdown of the All-Showcase First and Second Teams, here's my list of the top 2028s to make a strong impression this past Sunday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1092711"],"_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":"In the first place spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='1092711' first='Jake' last='Payne'], a quarterback at University School of Jackson. What impressed me about Payne is his excellent size and composure in the pocket. I also liked Payne's footwork and quick release, proving his ability to hit receivers in stride from both close distance and deep in the backfield. Payne also showcased his careful decision-making while throwing into coverage.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-664e0bbf8548e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1086455"],"_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='1086455' first='Akeem' last='Cox'], a wide receiver at Lexington Middle School. Cox stood out due to his outstanding aggression down the stretch, proving he can withstand physicality in coverage and stay in front of the deep pass. Cox also made a considerable difference with his breakaway speed and ability to push off his opponent on the run.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-664e0bbf854f0"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1193539"],"_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":"Claiming the number three spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='1193539' first='Carter' last='Garrett'], an offensive lineman at Bridgeforth Middle School. Garrett impressed me with his size and strength at the line of scrimmage, utilizing his arms to blast his opponent and cause disorganization. Garrett also caught my attention with his explosive speed off the snap as well as his ability to shut down the blitz.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-664e0bbf85541"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1177837"],"_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 skilled prospect to keep an eye on is [player_tooltip player_id='1177837' first='Ayden' last='Woodruff'], an offensive lineman at Battle Ground Academy. In addition to outstanding size and physicality, what made Woodruff so impactful was his ability to lock down the line of scrimmage and utilize his arms to stun and shut down the opposition. I also liked how Woodruff could read his man and quickly adapt.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-664e0bbf85599"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1038441"],"_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":"Coming in at number five on my list of standouts is [player_tooltip player_id='1038441' first='Lane' last='LaRue'], a linebacker at Norris Middle School. LaRue stood out with his breakaway speed and ability to consistently lock down his opponent during positional drills. I also liked how LaRue could quickly maneuver the field, utilizing strong footwork to contest his opponent in 1v1 drills.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-664e0bbf855fb"} /-->