Playoff Time: Top 5A Pass-Rushers To Know In Round Two

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 5A pass-rushers could be a quarterback's worst nightmare this weekend...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["667561"],"_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-673e3f3fa4ac4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top overall linebackers in Georgia, this athletic three-star defender out of Roswell (GA) has the Hornets bound for another big playoff run this month as a senior. The muscular, hard-hitting 6-foot-3 220-pounder is currently committed to South Carolina and it's easy to see why. He was a constant playmaker this season and attacked the quarterback on a weekly basis, recording 13.5 sacks this season for the Roswell defense. He also made 43 tackles and 16 TFLs so go along with his impressive sack total. Sakyi-Prah and Roswell face Langston Hughes in the second round on Friday night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["662007"],"_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-673e3f3fa4b58"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An instinctive, quick-reacting sophomore from South Georgia having a tremendous 2024 season, Batson Jr. has shown all season long that he's one of the top young linebackers in the state with the potential to see some big offers come his way this offseason. The 6-foot-1 215-pound defender brings a versatile skillset and has the ability to make plays all over the field. He's been dependable all season long as he's made 100 tackles, 32 TFLs and 12 sacks. He's one of the top pass-rushers across South Georgia regardless of class and should see his ranking improve in the next Prep Redzone update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["667560"],"_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-673e3f3fa4bcd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more productive linebackers across Fulton County over the last several years, Duffy is a tackling machine with a true nose for the football. Week after week, year after year, Duffy brings a tough linebacker presence to an impressive Roswell defense. A current Elon commitment, this instinctive, sure-tackling defender is having a fantastic final season for the Hornets, having made 104 tackles, 16 TFLs and 10 sacks. He's active, sheds blocks, and consistently finds his way to the ball-carrier. Look for Duffy to bring everything he has in the second round this weekend against Langston Hughes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["339650"],"_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-673e41f96e4fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An athletic, versatile defensive lineman who can play inside or on the edge, Bell plays for one of the best high school programs in the country and gives them a tough, dependable defender in the trenches who can clog running lanes and attack the quarterback. The 6-foot-3 260-pounder has proved to be one of the best pass-rushers in North Fulton and across the 5A class, getting the quarterback to the ground eight times so far this fall with 62 tackles and 16 TFLs. He's one of the top defensive line prospects in the state and is currently committed to Arkansas. Bell and the Milton Eagles take on Dutchtown this weekend in the second round.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1562545"],"_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-673e4373f1384"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A sleeper senior linebacker in South Georgia to keep a close eye on this weekend, Reed is a compact, physical defender who shows fantastic instincts against the run, shooting the gaps in the trenches and chasing down the ball-carrier with ease. He's also been a consistent pass-rusher, sacking the quarterback an impressive seven times this fall. He plays for a well-coached program that plays hard, and there aren't many out there who play harder than Reed. In addition to his seven sacks, the playmaking senior has also made 96 tackles and 27 TFLs. Reed and the Trojans will take on Brunswick this weekend in round two.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->