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PRZAR 2028 Rankings Update: Linebackers Breakdown

PRZAR 2028 Rankings Update: Linebackers Breakdown
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards January 3, 2025 @ 11:37 AM
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Bryer Hackler
Bryer Hackler 6'0" | 206 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Corwin Couch
Corwin Couch 6'2" | 240 lbs | DL | 2028
AR
Blake Moody
Blake Moody 6'2" | 200 lbs | LB/TE | 2028
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Marlo Jones Jr
Marlo Jones Jr 5'9" | 160 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Kalen Summons
Kalen Summons 6'0" | 230 lbs | LB/DL | 2028
AR
Seth Wood
Seth Wood 5'9" | 145 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Brandon Johnson
Brandon Johnson 6'1" | 215 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Kaleb Tubbs
Kaleb Tubbs 5'6" | 160 lbs | LB/EDGE | 2028
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2028 linebackers with analysis. Tomorrow, I will break down the class's final position (DBs). For the linebackers, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2028","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2496","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6778201d3b807"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1338087"],"_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-6778201d3d6b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1338087' first='Blake' last='Moody'] ranks as the top player on our board. As a linebacker, he showcases a relentless sideline-to-sideline motor and the ability to pursue ball carriers from behind, due to his good foot quickness and angles. His impressive length for his age significantly aids him in shedding blocks effectively by using his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ImBlakeMoody40/status/1874820515703235074","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ImBlakeMoody40/status/1874820515703235074 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1185930"],"_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-6778201d3d72f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1185930' first='Brandon' last='Johnson'] ranks fourth in his position. He possesses a quick first step and solid read-and-react ability, allowing him to effectively attack downhill against the run with a sideline-to-sideline motor. He consistently bursts through gaps to disrupt plays in the backfield. Johnson is a reliable tackler, demonstrating good technique and positioning both in open space and in congested areas. His transition in coverage is effective due to his solid lateral agility, awareness, and IQ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.6 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BrandonJ2028/status/1851485775549931935","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BrandonJ2028/status/1851485775549931935 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1331898"],"_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-6778201d3d79f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1331898' first='Marlo' last='Jones Jr']. ranks fifth on our board as a promising prospect. He plays with good energy and intensity, aggressively pursuing the football. He demonstrates solid angles and impressive physicality at the point of attack. His effectiveness in this area is attributed to his solid read-and-react ability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.7 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/marlo32x/status/1855089072923943391","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/marlo32x/status/1855089072923943391 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1170932"],"_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-6778201d3d80a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1170932' first='Kaleb' last='Tubbs'] is a sideline-to-sideline linebacker who ranks sixth on our board. He demonstrates solid read-and-react skills, attacking downhill with solid angles while staying square to make plays against the run. Tubbs can quickly shoot gaps and shed blockers due to his good UOH. When he tackles at the point of attack, his force, pad level, and overall body strength effectively stop ball carriers in their tracks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.5 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Kaleb_Tubbs52/status/1874879454906040792","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Kaleb_Tubbs52/status/1874879454906040792 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1351622"],"_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-6778201d3d863"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1351622' first='Corwin' last='Couch'] is ranked number 8 on our board. He possesses the size and physicality to play as an edge rusher or an off-ball linebacker. Couch displays solid upfield burst off the snap, good pad level, bend, UOH, and active feet that enable him to drive OL back and create pressure. He exhibits a solid motor, moving sideline to sideline with solid angles when pursuing ball carriers as a linebacker. Additionally, he shows solid lateral agility, change of direction, and awareness in zone coverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/C_couch2028/status/1855467193636446351","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/C_couch2028/status/1855467193636446351 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 LINEBACKERS:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2 - [player_tooltip player_id='1202917' first='Kalen' last='Summons'] (North Little Rock)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 - [player_tooltip player_id='1354197' first='Bryer' last='Hackler'] (Greenwood)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7 - [player_tooltip player_id='1192057' first='Seth' last='Wood'] (Greenwood)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2028 linebackers with analysis. Tomorrow, I will break down the class's final position (DBs). For the linebackers, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:

Blake Moody

Blake Moody

AR
LB/TE
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 200
POS LB/TE
CLASS 2028
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Blake
Moody LB/TE
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Nashville
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PRZAR 2028 Rankings Update: Linebackers Breakdown
Blake Moody ranks as the top player on our board. As a linebacker, he showcases a relentless sideline-to-sideline...
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School: Nashville
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Brandon Johnson

Brandon Johnson

AR
LB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 215
POS LB
CLASS 2028
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Brandon
Johnson LB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
215
HS
Bryant
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PRZAR 2028 Rankings Update: Linebackers Breakdown
Brandon Johnson ranks fourth in his position. He possesses a quick first step and solid read-and-react ability, allowing...
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Brandon Johnson

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School: Bryant
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Marlo Jones Jr

Marlo Jones Jr

AR
LB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 160
POS LB
CLASS 2028
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Marlo
Jones Jr LB
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
Weight
160
HS
North Little Rock
|
AR
PRZAR 2028 Rankings Update: Linebackers Breakdown
Marlo Jones Jr . ranks fifth on our board as a promising prospect. He plays with good energy...
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School: North Little Rock
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Kaleb Tubbs

Kaleb Tubbs

AR
LB/EDGE
HEIGHT 5'6"
WEIGHT 160
POS LB/EDGE
CLASS 2028
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Kaleb
Tubbs LB/EDGE
Class
2028
Height
5'6"
Weight
160
HS
Pulaski Academy
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AR
PRZAR 2028 Rankings Update: Linebackers Breakdown
Kaleb Tubbs is a sideline-to-sideline linebacker who ranks sixth on our board. He demonstrates solid read-and-react skills, attacking...
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Corwin Couch

Corwin Couch

AR
DL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 240
POS DL
CLASS 2028
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Corwin
Couch DL
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
240
HS
North Little Rock
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AR
PRZAR 2028 Rankings Update: Linebackers Breakdown
Corwin Couch is ranked number 8 on our board. He possesses the size and physicality to play as...
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School: North Little Rock
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