New Additions: Impressive 2027 Defenders Added To Latest Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These sophomore defenders were added to the latest Prep Redzone rankings...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1586586"],"_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-67705a1b5cdc3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An active EDGE defender who can shoot off the line and attack the ball-carrier, this North Forsyth defender does a great job of playing with max effort and has enough closing speed to chase down the quarterback. He brings a promising frame at 6-foot-5 220-pounds and showed this fall he has the potential to see his recruitment pick up at some point down the road. He made an impressive 38 tackles and six sacks this fall and is now ranked as the No. 18 DL and the No. 168 overall prospect in Georgia for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1586585"],"_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-67705a1b5ce1c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top young prospects in Albany, Jones is a productive defensive lineman who shows explosiveness off the snap and the ability to sling down the ball-carrier to the ground. Whether he's on the edge or on the interior. Jones showed the ability to stop the run and get after the quarterback all season long. As a sophomore this season, this fast-rising defender opened some eyes as he made 48 tackles, 8 TFLs and seven sacks. He's one of the better defensive linemen in the area and will only be better next year as a junior. For now, he's ranked as the No. 17 DL and the N. 167 overall prospect in Georgia for his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1586578"],"_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-6770622b4a384"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A tackling machine who lit up the stat sheet this season as a sophomore, this Atlanta-area defender is a versatile prospect who can line up on the edge or the middle of the field. He reacts quickly, explodes into the backfield, and knows how to deliver a physical hit on the ball-carrier. He's one of the top young defenders in the McDonough area after an excellent 2024 season where he made 112 tackles, 38 TFLs and 17 sacks to go along with 27 more QB hurries and three forced fumbles. He's currently ranked as the No. 2 EDGE defender and the No. 163 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1586574"],"_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-6770622b4a3d6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A promising linebacker from Columbus who can line up in multiple positions on the defense, Star Jr. is a tough, instinctual linebacker who can naturally find his way to the ball-carrier. He can fly off the edge and slip through blocks between the trenches, allowing him to cause havoc in the backfield. He's fundamentally sound who strikes with his pads and brings a physical presence to the defense. He made an incredible 192 tackles, 26 TFLs and 10 sacks to go along with three fumble recoveries. He's one of the more productive linebackers across the state last year and did it in just year two. Now, he's ranked as the No. 21 linebacker and the No. 161 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1147245"],"_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-6770622b4a41b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A small-town defensive back who is technically sound in coverage, this playmaking defensive back knows how to turn and run with whichever wide receiver is in front of him. He shows strong closing speed and does a good job of playing the sideline well. He knows how to play the ball and knows how to wrap up securely against the run. He's one of the top young defensive backs in the area and is now ranked as the No. 16 DB and the No. 151 overall prospect in Georgia for the 2027 class. His best football is ahead of him and some college interest could come his way with a big junior season in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6770622b4a459"} /-->