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Fast-Rising 2027 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Soar

Fast-Rising 2027 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Soar
Matt DeBary
Matt DeBary May 9, 2025 @ 09:51 AM
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Joakim Gouda
Joakim Gouda 6'2" | 220 lbs | LB | 2027
GA
Joshua Pettigrew
Joshua Pettigrew 6'5" | 225 lbs | ATH | 2027
GA
Bryce Woods
Bryce Woods 6'1" | 175 lbs | DB | 2027
GA
Carter Mathis
Carter Mathis 6'5" | 270 lbs | OL | 2027
GA
Stanley Smart Jr.
Stanley Smart Jr. 5'9" | 170 lbs | RB | 2027
GA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2027 prospects are seeing their stock soar right now...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1602268"],"_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-681e1624e2a29"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A big-time cornerback from Atlanta having a massive week on the recruiting trail, this lengthy, fast-rising defender has earned recent offers from Missouri, Duke, Kansas, Pitt, West Virginia, and South Florida with more likely heading his way. He's a sure-tackler who made 31 tackles as a sophomore who also shined in coverage, breaking up eight passes on the season. Look for him to be added to the next 2027 Prep Redzone rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1669850"],"_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-681e1624e2a8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the fastest-rising prospects in Macon and across Middle Georgia, Pettigrew brings big-time size and athleticism to the table at 6-foot-5 225-pounds. He played both wide receiver, tight end, and defensive end last year as a sophomore and has a chance to dominate all over the field this fall as a senior. His promising frame, ball skills, and athleticism for a guy his size has allowed him to pick up recent offers from Arizona State, Georgia Tech and FAU. Look for his offer list to grow in a big way sooner than later.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["561378"],"_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-681e1624e2ad8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the fastest-rising running backs in South Georgia for the 2027 class, Smart brings natural speed that allows him out-run defenders when he gets into the open field. He ran an impressive 10.63 time in the 100-meter this spring and is coming off a strong sophomore season where he ran for 730 yards and three touchdowns. He's bound for a bigger junior season next fall and is starting to see his recruitment pick up with recent offers from Minnesota, Duke and Georgia State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1669907"],"_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-681e1624e2b1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A West Georgia linebacker on the rise out of South Paulding, Gouda is a hard-hitting defender who knows how to strike and deliver a sound, physical hit on the ball-carrier. He brings a solid frame and reads the play well, reacting quickly and sniffing out plays before they develop. He plays hard, he's active, and his recruitment is starting to pick up. He's added recent offers from Minnesota and Howard and will be added to the next 2027 Prep Redzone rankings update. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1214567"],"_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-681e1624e2b5f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An impressive right tackle who should thrive at Gainesville this fall as a junior, Mathis is a physical lineman with strong hands and impressive lower-body strength. He was a mauler in the run game last year and should take another big step forward next season. He has a chance to move inside and give the Red Elephants another massive lineman to help open running lanes in the trenches. His recruitment has picked up recently as he's added new offers from...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

These 2027 prospects are seeing their stock soar right now...

Bryce Woods

Bryce Woods

GA
DB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 175
POS DB
CLASS 2027
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Bryce
Woods DB
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
Weight
175
HS
Woodward Academy
|
GA
Fast-Rising 2027 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Soar
A big-time cornerback from Atlanta having a massive week on the recruiting trail, this lengthy, fast-rising defender has...
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Bryce Woods

State: Georgia
School: Woodward Academy
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Joshua Pettigrew

Joshua Pettigrew

GA
ATH
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 225
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
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Joshua
Pettigrew ATH
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
Weight
225
HS
Central
|
GA
Fast-Rising 2027 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Soar
One of the fastest-rising prospects in Macon and across Middle Georgia, Pettigrew brings big-time size and athleticism to...
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Joshua Pettigrew

State: Georgia
School: Central
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Stanley Smart Jr.

Stanley Smart Jr.

GA
RB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 170
POS RB
CLASS 2027
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Stanley
Smart Jr. RB
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
Weight
170
HS
Benedictine
|
GA
Fast-Rising 2027 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Soar
One of the fastest-rising running backs in South Georgia for the 2027 class, Smart brings natural speed that...
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Stanley Smart Jr.

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School: Benedictine
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Joakim Gouda

Joakim Gouda

GA
LB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 220
POS LB
CLASS 2027
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Joakim
Gouda LB
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
Weight
220
HS
South Paulding
|
GA
Fast-Rising 2027 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Soar
A West Georgia linebacker on the rise out of South Paulding, Gouda is a hard-hitting defender who knows...
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Joakim Gouda

State: Georgia
School: South Paulding
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Carter Mathis

Carter Mathis

GA
OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 270
POS OL
CLASS 2027
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Carter
Mathis OL
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
Weight
270
HS
Gainesville
|
GA
Fast-Rising 2027 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Soar
An impressive right tackle who should thrive at Gainesville this fall as a junior, Mathis is a physical...
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State: Georgia
School: Gainesville
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