Stock Risers- Breakout Underclassmen Picking up Steam This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have seen terrific performances from some 2026s and 2027s all around the state this season, today we are taking a look at some of these prospects and how they're stock has been rising!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1530344"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ed65a6ed40"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1530344' first='JiQuan' last='Rogers'] is a talented EDGE prospect out of Hueytown who has really broken out his sophomore season this fall- he's brought a ton of juice this defense and has made plays all year long. Rogers is a really effective pass rusher off the edge that uses a variety of moves to beat offensive linemen into the backfield to generate pressure and take down opposing quarterbacks. It's super impressive watching Rogers in the trenches- he's explosive off the snap, has great bend, and constantly finds ways to impact the run and pass. So far this year, Rogers has been a huge asset for Hueytown's defense- he's become a dominant pass rusher and run defender up front that has made a lot of big-time plays throughout this season. Teams at the next level are starting to take notice- Rogers recently picked up his first offer from North Alabama, and with how well he's played, we can expect to see more head his way soon! Keep an eye on him the rest of this season, he's a talented sophomore who's continuing to find ways to improve his game each week!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1530346"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ed65a6ed9c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1530346' first='Josiah' last='Dozier'] has emerged as one of the top pass catchers in Moody's high-flying passing attack this season. Dozier, a sophomore, has become a key target for QB [player_tooltip player_id='358760' first='Charlie' last='Johnston'] this year- the two have connected for a ton of huge plays all throughout the year and show no signs of slowing down. Dozier is a talented route runner that can gain separation and make catches at every level of the field. With his athleticism, Dozier can do a lot after the catch- he has great speed, can make defenders miss, and is tough to stop in the open field. Defenses have been struggling to find ways to stop Dozier this year- the junior wide receiver has been dominant throughout the first half of the season, bringing in 26 receptions for 615 yards and 7 touchdowns. It's been really exciting watching Dozier become a key part of Moody's explosive passing attack, he's a talented player who's beginning to pick up collegiate attention, and for good reason. In the last week, Dozier picked up an offer from North Alabama, and with how well he's been playing, he's bound to pick up more!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1530519"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ed65a6eddb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1530519' first='Ronald' last='Wilder'] is a really talented athlete out of Greene County that has made a ton of plays on offense and defense this fall. Offensively, Wilder is an explosive running back out of the backfield that plays with a ton of speed and toughness. Wilder has quick feet, can make great cuts to force missed tackles, and has the speed to outrun entire defenses in the open field. Wilder also has great contact balance, can shed tackles, and fights for every possible yard each carry. Defensively, Widler is a hard-hitting linebacker that plays against the run extremely well. He has great vision and instincts that allow him to fly around the field to close up gaps, make tackles, and impact plays. It's been easy to see Wilder's dynamic skill set this season, he's already racked up 109 carries for 1309 yards and 9 touchdowns, with 40 tackles (27 solo, 13 assisted), 2 sacks, and one interception on defense. Be sure to watch out for Wilder for the rest of this season, he just picked up an offer from North Alabama and will keep making plays down the stretch!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1531280"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6712bff18a31f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1531280' first='Rance' last='Brown'], the younger brother of [player_tooltip player_id='1339492' first='Jamin' last='Brown'], has broken out this season in Southsides offense as a highly talented offensive lineman. At 6'6 280, Brown is a chore for defensive linemen to beat. Although huge, Brown is highly athletic and is a terrific blocker in the run game and pass protection, consistently providing his teammates with wide-open rushing lanes and a clean pocket no matter who he's lined across from. It's especially impressive watching Brown go to work in the run game, he does a great job opening things up at the line of scrimmage and can work his way upfield to make key blocks for the ball carrier to capitalize off of. Brown has played really well all season long and is going to be a prospect everyone should have their eyes on. As a sophomore, he's played really well and is starting to pick up some collegiate interest, as he received an offer from North Alabama this last week. Keep an eye on him going forward, he's a talented prospect in the making!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->