RANKINGS RISERS: Top 2027 Wide Receivers In Georgia

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone breaks down the top 2027 wide receivers in Georgia heading into the upcoming season...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='482807' first='Alex' last='Ward'] - Walton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An electric wideout who can make a big impact both at receiver and in the return game on special teams, Ward could be bound for a true breakout sophomore season this fall for the Walton Raiders. He didn't see the field much in year one at Carrollton, but make no mistake, this 6-foot-1 175-pounder can absolutely play. The talent and potential is easy to see, and that's why he's ranked as the No. 1 WR and the No. 11 overall prospect in Georgia for the 2027 class. He runs well, he's shifty, can make defenders miss, and can score on any particular play. If he continues to work hard and develop his craft, Ward should see even more offers come his way. He already holds offers from Georgia, Georgia Tech, South Carolina, among others, and he's going to make plenty of defensive backs look silly this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='661493' first='Corey' last='Hadley Jr.']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/corey-hadley-jr/"><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong></a><a></a>&nbsp;– Sandy Creek</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top young two-way athletes in the Atlanta area, Hadley Jr. brings an outstanding frame for his age at 6-foot-1 175-pounds with sure hands and big play ability. He saw his recruitment take off this off-season adding big offers from Alabama, North Carolina, among others. Now, this Sandy Creek athlete is ranked as the No. 2 WR and the No. 22 overall prospect in the state for the 2027 class. His impressive ball skills, natural athleticism, and versatility makes him a candidate to have a giant season this fall in year two. If he continues to work on his route-running while adding good weight and muscle, Hadley Jr. could be tough to stop in 2024. His best football is way ahead of him, and more offers are likely on the way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='378402' first='Kevin' last='Caldwell'] - Parkview</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A shifty, sure-handed receiver on the rise in Gwinnett County, Caldwell has enough talent and size to make a big impact for the Parkview varsity team in year two this fall. He's an above-average route-runner for his age who can create separation and go snatch the football. He's dangerous after the catch who can naturally elude defenders, change directions, and take off for a big gain. He brings some speed, but his ability to jump and make a contested catch over smaller defensive backs stands out as well. A multi-sport star who also shines on the basketball court, his athleticism stands out on tape, and while he could get a look in the secondary, he has the potential to be one of the best receivers across Gwinnett County and metro-Atlanta in the 2027 class with a big sophomore season this fall. He's currently ranked as the No. 3 WR and the No. 23 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='437659' first='London' last='Goggans'] - Grayson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Like Caldwell, Goggins is a fast-rising Gwinnett County pass-catcher poised for a breakout sophomore season in 2024. In seven games on the Grayson Rams freshman team last year, the 6-foot-1 170-pound athlete caught 12 passes for 410 yards on offense while picking off three passes on defense, taking two of them back for touchdowns. He has easy D1-caliber size, talent, and playmaking ability. He shows great hand-eye coordination, strong hands, and has a chance to really open some eyes in 2024. His recruitment is already picking up some as he's added offers this offseason from UCONN and Arkansas State with more coming his way down the road. If he continues to add to his route-tree while working hard in the weight room, Goggins has a chance to be a major weapon for the Rams this fall in year two. Right now, he's ranked as the No. 4 WR and the No. 29 overall prospect in Georgia for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->