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<p><strong>*PLEASE NOTE-</strong> This is very much just a preliminary list with the athletes still being freshman. There will be numerous changes and individuals added in the coming months/years, so expect a lot of movement. </p>
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<p>We will have the 2028 athletes broken down into tiers with articles denoting #1-10, #11-25, and #26-60. The strength of Washington's 28' class is very apparent with eight athletes already holding D1 offers. Oregon for comparison has zero as of right now. </p>
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<p><strong>COMPLETE RANKINGS: </strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/washington/rankings/2028-watch-list/">https://prepredzone.com/washington/rankings/2028-watch-list/</a></p>
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<p>11.[player_tooltip player_id='984867' first='Jayden' last='Baum'] 6-2 190 QB Evergreen </p>
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<p>Baum had a phenomenal freshman season and is one of the fastest rising prospects in the state. He hit on 70% of his passes (138/188), throwing for 1,920 yards and 19 TDs. His confidence and pinpoint accuracy at such a young age is impressive. </p>
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<p>12.[player_tooltip player_id='985358' first='Cale' last='LaFountaine'] 6-5 290 T/DL Orting</p>
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<p>All the potential in the world. Lafountaine showed flashes of dominance as a freshman. His size and physicality will help him to compete at the highest level collegiately. </p>
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<p>13.[player_tooltip player_id='685329' first='Deondriel' last='Paine'] 6-1 210 RB/LB Roosevelt</p>
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<p>Paine got in the mix for a good Roosevelt team, averaging 5 yards per carry. He's a big back who possesses legit size and speed but could end up projecting from his LB spot. </p>
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<p>14.[player_tooltip player_id='985355' first='Amosa' last='Masaniai'] 6-1 205 Safety Emerald Ridge</p>
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<p>Love this kid's film. Masaniai looks the part and has a unique understanding of the game at a young age. He earned honorable mention all SPSL honors at Safety, finishing the year with 34 tackles and 3 INTs. </p>
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<p>15.[player_tooltip player_id='928181' first='Marcus' last='Ronquillo'] 5-9 170 RB/DB Yelm</p>
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<p>The last name speaks for itself. Watch the film and you will see one of the most exciting players in the NW. Ronquillo killed it as a freshman going for 500+ yards and 6 TDs. Defensively he is elite as well. </p>
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<p>16.[player_tooltip player_id='1339295' first='Chance' last='Hatchett'] 6-0 220 OLB Ferndale </p>
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<p>From a projection standpoint a lot will depend on continued growth. Everyone is aware of the talent within the family. Hatchett had a good season playing varsity ball as a freshman. </p>
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<p>17.[player_tooltip player_id='999744' first='Wonderful' last='Glenn'] 6-1 180 WLB Timberline</p>
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<p>Timberline went 1-8 but the freshman Glenn was a huge bright spot and he will be crucial in the program's future. He had an unreal year on D, making 74 tackles, with 6 TFL's, 2 sacks, and 2 INTs. </p>
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<p>18.[player_tooltip player_id='1335368' first='Josiah' last='Laurence'] 6-2 170 WR Cascade Christian</p>
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<p>Laurence is an impressive overall athlete with legit size. He got in the mix as a freshman, averaging 20.3 yards per catch in limited time. The 1A school has a plethora of up-and-coming talent. </p>
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<p>19.[player_tooltip player_id='1335622' first='Mekhi' last='Fields'] 5-11 180 DB Rainier Beach </p>
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<p>Fields had a breakout season earning 2nd team all-Metro honors as a freshman. Something incredibly tough to do. His no-nonsense demeanor in the secondary and ability close on the ball will have him on multiple division 1 boards. </p>
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<p>20.[player_tooltip player_id='1227309' first='Zayden' last='Homann'] 6-1 155 QB Yelm</p>
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<p>Look for Homann to potentially make a big jump up this list. He impressed over the off season on the camp & 7v7 circuit. Look for him to excel leading one of WA's top programs. </p>
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<p>21.[player_tooltip player_id='995881' first='JT' last='Williams'] 6-0 165 RB Lincoln</p>
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<p>Williams has had a lot of success coming up through the youth ranks and played some varsity ball as a freshman, averaging 12 yards per carry in limited action. He will be a big part of the Abes future. </p>
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<p>22.[player_tooltip player_id='985350' first='Uzyah' last='Thomas'] 6-3 260 DL Lincoln</p>
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<p>The big man had a solid freshman season with Lincoln featuring a host of young talent on the offensive and defensive front. Thomas made 13 tackles on the year and possesses impressive versatility. </p>
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<p>23.[player_tooltip player_id='1615830' first='Cooper' last='Cissne'] 5-8 165 CB/ATH Chiawana</p>
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<p>It's extremely rare for any freshman to earn 1st team all-conference honors at the 4A level, but Cissne did just that. Chiawana lost in triple overtime to state champ Sumner in the semifinals. </p>
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<p>24.[player_tooltip player_id='1012776' first='Matthew' last='Curran'] 6-4 230 OL/TE Bellevue </p>
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<p>There is still a lot yet to be determined when it comes to Curran but his overall athleticism (basketball) and size make him an intriguing prospect. </p>
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<p>25.[player_tooltip player_id='984903' first='Calvin' last='Middendorf'] 6-2 270 G Lake Stevens</p>
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<p>The power lifter will be one of the best O lineman in the state in the years ahead. He will definitely project on the interior with size being the only question. </p>
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