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Unveiling the 2028 MD/DC/DE Rankings: #6-10 Breakdown

Unveiling the 2028 MD/DC/DE Rankings: #6-10 Breakdown
Todd Haldis
Todd Haldis October 15, 2024 @ 01:03 PM
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Franklin Pack
Franklin Pack 5'11" | 160 lbs | DB | 2028
MD
Chukwuma Nkpado
Chukwuma Nkpado 6'6" | 350 lbs | OL | 2028
MD
William Crawford
William Crawford 6'5" | 300 lbs | OL | 2028
MD
Stefan Rogers
Stefan Rogers 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR | 2028
MD
Lamont Smith Jr.
Lamont Smith Jr. 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB | 2028
MD
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use code&nbsp;<strong>haldis30</strong>&nbsp;for 30% off your first billing cycle for all annual subscription</em>&nbsp;<em>options</em>***</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>My early season 2028 MD/DC/DE rankings recently released and we know take a look at player #6-10 in the rankings. I have been able to see each of these players live already so far this season and they are names I am very high on. Any of these prospects could see themselves in the top 5 next rankings go around.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1175281"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1530214,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-670d44f264f30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chukwuma is a big dude for a freshman! Saw him in person earlier this season and he is every bit of 6'6", and looks the part on the hoof. He is well built, strong and not a sloppy body kid. Chuk looks to have nice knee bend and some solid feet overall. Good athlete who can get up to the second level and drive defenders out of the play. He is a name getting on colleges radars already and is he puts in the work and develops his game, Chukwuma can be a top OT prospect for years to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["769742"],"_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-670d44f264fc5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stefan is a player I've gotten to see a couple times already this season and each time he impresses me more and more. He's a smooth athlete with a nice stride and fluid movement. A crisp route runner, he stems his routes, stick his foot in the ground to make strong cuts, and knows how to get separation with little movements. The other thing I like about Stefan is his catch radius and strong hands. He can go and get the ball, snatch it out of the hair and make the difficult catch. It is a strong WR group in the 2028 class and I can see Stefan challenging for that #1 spot in said group every year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["419399"],"_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-670d44f265032"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lamont starter at Concordia Prep before moving over to Perry Hall and is making a huge impact for the Gators. He is a built RB, muscled up, thick strong legs that allow him to run behind his pads with power and purpose. A one cut, downhill runner, Lamont hits the hole with burst and accelerates through. He shows good patience and vision waiting for his blocks to set and finding the right hole. Able to take contact and bounce off of it, keeping his balance and momentum going. An arm tackle will not bring down Lamont. He shows the ability to make strong cuts to get around defenders and find space, bouncing it to the outside and letting his speed take him down the sideline to the endzone. Can't wait to see more of Lamont as I expect him to have a very strong freshman year and be a name for colleges to know.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1166085"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1530274,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-670d44f26509a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">William is a player who is getting better week after week and will be a key piece to SJC offensive line going forward. He has real nice size at 6'5" and 300lbs in which he carriers his weight well. He fires off the ball well, staying low and getting nice leverage on the defensive lineman. Will can play OT or OG as he has the feet to do both. Can move, pull, reach block, and get out to the 2nd level and down the field. William plays with a nice base, can anchor and drive. His best football is still ahead of him, I think there is nice stuff in his game and can develop into a monster lineman in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1455343"],"_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-670d44f2650fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">There may not be a freshman in the area off to a better start than Franklin, and is solidifying his spot ad the #1 overall DB. He currently leads the entire state of MD in interception with 6. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I got to first see Junie this summer at some 7v7 and he impressed then and has carried that into this season. A starter for Old Mill from day 1, Pack is a shut down corner. He has quick feet and oily hips, able to turn and run with no loss of speed/momentum. Shows impressive technique for a freshman. Junie will stay in phase with the WR, ride his hip, use the sideline to his advantage, and doesn't bite on moves. He consistently puts himself in the right position to make the play and shows good ball skills. Not afraid to hit either, Franklin is active in run support and works hard to get off blocks. Franklin "Junie" Pack is a name to know going forward and should develop into a big time prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Chukwuma Nkpado

Chukwuma Nkpado

MD
OL
HEIGHT 6'6"
WEIGHT 350
POS OL
CLASS 2028
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Chukwuma
Nkpado OL
Class
2028
Height
6'6"
Weight
350
HS
Archbishop Carroll
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Stefan Rogers

Stefan Rogers

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WR
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS WR
CLASS 2028
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Stefan
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Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
170
HS
St. John's College
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MD
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Lamont Smith Jr.

Lamont Smith Jr.

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RB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 190
POS RB
CLASS 2028
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Lamont
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Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
190
HS
Dunbar
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MD
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William Crawford

William Crawford

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OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 300
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CLASS 2028
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William
Crawford OL
Class
2028
Height
6'5"
Weight
300
HS
St. John's College
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MD
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Franklin Pack

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HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 160
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Pack DB
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2028
Height
5'11"
Weight
160
HS
Old Mill
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MD
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