Ranking Update: 2027 New Additions

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1587352' first='Adam' last='McKnight'], QB Nixa </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'4" 195<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Athletic QB with a big arm on the rise<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I saw McKnight twice from the sideline in 2024 and came away very impressed both times. The second time was when he won the semifinal game on a last minute TD pass with :10 left in the game. Great size. Strong physical runner with speed and power. Very strong arm with good touch on his deep ball. A cool customer who played liked an experienced senior throughout his sophomore campaign. Colleges in the region are taking notice.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1452148' first='Kingston' last='Miles'], RB St. Mary's <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'1" 190<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Bigger versatile back with nice upside<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Comes into the rankings as the top ranked RB in the 2027 class following a breakout sophomore season. Around 200lbs with good speed, vision, feet, quickness and power. Can run with power, catch the ball out of the backfield, cut and make defenders miss and hit long runs for the score. He's also a good blocker and is just scratching the surface of his potential. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1537429' first='Quentin' last='Lea'], LB Rock Bridge <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'2" 220<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Big physical playmaking linebacker<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Lea looks the part at first glance with his size and physical development, and he backs the eye test up with his play on the field as an active defender who reads plays well and runs down hill to the point of attack. Big hitter with speed who patrols the middle and can also rush the QB and disrupt plays in the backfield. Shows good strength and the ability to shed blocks. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1590167' first='Antonio' last='Pinkston'], EDGE/DE Festus</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'2" 220<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Explosive edge defensive prospect<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A gifted young defensive linemen with a super quick first step and get offer who has a high motor and can be ablur to high school OTs. Trains hard in the weight room and to improves his skills and continues to add weight and good technique to his athletic ability. Has good speed and power. Can get to the QB in a hurry and plays the run tough. Will keep getting better and is a player to watch rise. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1590184' first='Deng' last='Tong'], WR Oak Park </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'0" 165<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Speedy receiver who makes big plays<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A true playmaker with the ball in his hands. Still a bit raw and learning, but the talent is undeniable based on his sophomore season. Deng has track speed and uses it well with the ball in his hands. Carried the ball a good amount on sweeps and made big yardage most times. Runs well after the catch as well and is elusive besides being able able to blow up angles. Has good hands and will only become a bigger threat over the next two seasons. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1590172' first='Jeremy' last='Williams'], DB Lafayette</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>5'11" 180<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Physical cornerback who can cover<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Williams had an impressive sophomore season and got better as it went along, with some big plays that helped take his team deep into the playoffs. Good size and speed at corner with good hips and ability to turn and run. He's strong and can press well. Also a physical defender against the run who hits big. A real worker who likes to train and improve his skills. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->