2028 December Edition: Ranking Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Every few months, Prep Redzone Arkansas releases player rankings for each class. The 2028 class is a group that has the potential to be a special one. In this article, we will take a look at prospects that are shooting up the rankings for the December update. Here are several players to watch out for over the next couple of seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='854260' first='Braxton' last='Canada']-Wide Receiver-Greenwood-6'0” 155-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the past few months, [player_tooltip player_id='854260' first='Braxton' last='Canada'] has emerged as one of the most impressive wide receivers in the class of 2028. He has the athleticism to snag the football at its highest level. Canada uses his mix of speed and route running to create separation from opposing defensive backs. Meanwhile, he has the versatility to play all over the field for the Bulldogs. Canada has the potential to put big numbers for the Bulldogs over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1199026' first='Andreal' last='Ellison']-Quarterback-Fordyce-6'3” 220-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fordyce signal caller had no trouble opening plenty of eyes this season. Ellison can pick apart a defense in a variety of ways. He has a strong arm that helps to throw his wide receivers open on a consistent basis. Meanwhile, he has the ability to run through or around opposing defenders. He forces the opposing defense to adjust to his style of play throughout the game. Ellison is a player to watch out for over the next few seasons for the Redbugs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1284687' first='Elijah' last='Branch']-Defensive Line-Conway-6'2” 220-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Conway Wampus Cats have a history of producing talented prospects on the defensive side of the ball. [player_tooltip player_id='1284687' first='Elijah' last='Branch'] is another talented Conway defender who has the ability to play multiple positions along the defensive front. Branch has a variety of pass rushing moves which allow him to defeat blocks and get to the opposing quarterback. The Conway defensive lineman is a prospect to watch out for over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1323417' first='Elijah' last='Moody']-Quarterback-Little Rock Mills-6'0” 195-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1323417' first='Elijah' last='Moody'] is another young signal caller who had a tremendous season in 2024. Moody reads the opposing defense well and puts the ball into some tight windows. He has the arm strength to keep the defense honest with vertical shots down the field. Meanwhile, Moody is blessed with impressive mobility which allows him to escape opposing pass rushers. Moody is a prospect at the quarterback spot to watch out for over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1397603' first='Jackson' last='Plumlee']-Athlete-Central Arkansas Christian-5'9” 165-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1397603' first='Jackson' last='Plumlee'] is a versatile prospect who can play all over the field for Central Arkansas Christian. On the offensive side of the ball, he is a wide receiver who uses crisp route running to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He is shifty and will make opposing defensive backs miss tackles in the open field. Plumlee has the potential to put up some impressive performances over the next few years. He is a player to watch out for on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->