Fast-Rising 2026 Prospects See Their Stock Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Which fast-rising 2026 prospects are adding new offers this summer?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone gives the details...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='695524' first='Jalon' last='Copeland'] - DB - Valdosta</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the hottest defensive back prospects in South Georgia, Copeland is coming off a strong sophomore season where he showed strong instincts, toughness, confidence, and the ability to make a play on the ball. Whether he's in zone coverage or playing in man-to-man, Copeland was a reliable defender in coverage last year for Valdosta, showing easy D1-caliber talent. Now, his recruitment is starting to take off, adding new recent offers from Michigan State and Illinois, adding to an already impressive visitor length. He brings a lengthy 6-foot-1 180-pound frame and impressive athleticism so go along with his natural instincts in coverage. His best football is still way ahead of him, and he has a chance to become one of the top "lock-down" cornerback prospects not only in South Georgia but across the state for the 2026 class if he continues to develop and perfect his craft in coverage. He's a defensive back on the rise and more offers could come his way very soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1323200' first='Zavian' last='Sullivan'] - OL - Mary Persons</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An impressive two-way prospect on the rise in Middle Georgia, Sullivan is a tough, hard-nosed offensive guard who plays with good leverage and shows natural strength. A quick interior lineman who can pull and open up holes for the running backs, Sullivan was a pancake machine who has no problem getting physical and driving defenders into the ground. He's a smart young player who will only get better next year as a junior. As a sophomore, Sullivan proved to be one of the top young linemen in the area and was a reliable option to run behind for the Mary Persons backs all season long. He may not be the biggest lineman in the 2026 class, but he moves well and showed last year that he can absolutely play at the next level. Now, offers are starting to roll in with his first two offers coming recently from Miami (OH) and South Florida. His stock is on the rise, and more offers could come his way sooner than later.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1323202' first='Kaden' last='Carter'] - ATH - Lamar County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An impressive Middle Georgia defender on the rise, Carter is a physically gifted linebacker who knows how to really run and deliver a hit at 6-foot-2 205-pounds. He reacts quickly against the run, dissecting the play and attacking the ball-carrier. He can help defend the run between the trenches while having enough speed to run down the running back attempting to get outside and get to the perimeter. He's a fundamentally sound tackler who wraps up properly and can make a big tackle in the open field. He's a hard-hitting linebacker who will only get better this fall as a junior. He's tough, brings a physical presence and brings a versatile skillset as well with the ability to play inside and on the edge. His recruitment is picking up and he recently reeled in a new offer from N.C State. As a sophomore last fall, the two-way standout made 71 tackles, four TFLs, one sack, and one fumble recovery. His stock is still on the rise and he's likely to see a boost in the next 2026 Prep Redzone rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/ZavianSullivan"></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->