Sleeper 2027 Pass-Rushers Flying Under The Radar

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2027 pass-rushers are still flying under the radar...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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-67b3488b0ddc8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A smart, quick-reacting defender who can play both inside and outside linebacker, this Atlanta-area defender from McDonough was as productive as any sophomore defender last year, attacking and getting to the quarterback on a consistent basis all season long. The athletic 6-foot-2 215-pounder made an eye-opening 112 tackles, 38 TFLs and 17 sacks. He was tough to stop every week as he made multiple sacks in five different games, recording at least three sacks in four games. He's a prospect on the rise who could see his recruitment pick up down the road.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1623445"],"_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-67b3488b0de2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A small-town EDGE defender who won't by flying under the radar for very long, Johnson is a small-town defender who proved to be one of the better pass-rushers in that area of the state last fall. The 6-foot-0 225-pounder is explosive off the snap and does a great job of using his quick, violent hands to shed blocks and chase down the quarterback. He's coming off an outstanding sophomore season where he made 61 tackles, 16 TFLs and 12.5 sacks. He'll be an easy addition to the next Prep Redzone rankings and has a chance to light up the stat sheet once again this fall as a junior.</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-67b355b2bf15f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another small-town linebacker who knows how to hunt the quarterback, Star is a quick, instinctive defender who can be a force blitzing from the middle of the field. He's also versatile enough to line up on the edge and play with his hand in the dirt. He plays fast, he's aggressive, and is coming off a strong 2024 season where he made 192 tackles, 26 TFLs and 10 sacks. He has a true nose for the football, and if he continues to improve and puts on more mass and muscle, this productive defender should see some D1 offers come his way.</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-67b355b2bf1f5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile, hard-hitting South Georgia linebacker who loves to hunt and chase down the ball-carrier, Batson brings above-average size, great pursuit, and knows how to run and take good angles to the ball. He consistently finds his way to the play and is a sure-tackling defender who can absolutely play at the next level. The Lee County standout made 100 tackles, 32 TFLs and 12 sacks. Look for him to be even better for the mighty Trojans as a junior next fall. He's currently ranked as the No. 8 LB and the No. 85 overall prospect in the state for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1623447"],"_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-67b355b2bf26f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lean, violent EDGE defender from right outside of Atlanta, Austin is a promising defender who is coming off one of the best seasons for anyone at his position in the area for the 2027 class. He's quick off the ball, uses good leverage to blow opposing linemen backwards, and does a good job of finding his way into the backfield. This sleeper EDGE defender made 42 tackles, eight sacks, and 11 more quarterback hurries last fall. His best football is way ahead of him, and if he continues to progress this off-season, he could be bound for a breakout junior season next fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->