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2028 JUNE RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive New Additions

2028 JUNE RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive New Additions
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Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards June 17, 2025 @ 10:16 AM
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Lawrence Lawson
Lawrence Lawson 6'0" | 165 lbs | DB | 2028
AR
Isaiah Beltran
Isaiah Beltran 5'11" | 245 lbs | DL | 2028
AR
Corderius Thomas
Corderius Thomas 5'10" | 180 lbs | LB/RB | 2028
AR
Damarion Nellon
Damarion Nellon 5'10" | 320 lbs | DL/TE | 2028
AR
CJ McGhee
CJ McGhee 5'9" | 140 lbs | DB/ATH | 2028
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These defensive prospects have debuted in our newest rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. They truly impressed our staff as we delve into our analysis below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1529002"],"_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-6850c29da7a60"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1529002' first='Damarion' last='Nellon'] is ranked number 23 in his position for the first time. I expect him to rise throughout his high school career. He's a stout defensive tackle with a solid upfield burst to put pressure on the pocket. Nellon utilizes solid use of hands off the snap to create leverage and shed quickly. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MalikNellon/status/1863102410522005859","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/MalikNellon/status/1863102410522005859 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1656535"],"_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-6850c29da7abd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1656535' first='Isaiah' last='Beltran'] is a potential breakout candidate for the upcoming season after transferring to Farmington. He is stout and effective at clogging up interior running lanes. Beltran displays solid hand placement to create leverage off the snap. His power and quickness make it difficult to create a pocket. </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/D1B3LTRAN/status/1920980273493110892","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/D1B3LTRAN/status/1920980273493110892 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1652012"],"_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-6850c29da7b0a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1652012' first='Corderius' last='Thomas'] lands at number 24 for his position. He's an athletic prospect who can cover the entire field with a high motor. He utilizes solid angles and foot quickness in pursuit of ball careers. Keep an eye on him this summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.5 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/corderiusthomas","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/corderiusthomas </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1452136"],"_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-6850c29da7b4e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1452136' first='CJ' last='McGhee'] is another breakout candidate for the 2025 season. He is athletic and possesses solid length, which helps him disrupt routes and contest catches effectively. McGhee is a prospect to watch throughout 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.4 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CJMcGhee2028","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/CJMcGhee2028 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1690504"],"_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-6850c29da7b8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1690504' first='Lawrence' last='Lawson'] adds to a highly athletic team and secondary. He displays solid transition ability due to his footwork, fluidity, and change of direction ability to stick with his man. Lawson can also play press-man effectively. I expect him to continue developing and rise up the boards. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.6 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Renishim_/status/1934060311583277499","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/Renishim_/status/1934060311583277499 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

These defensive prospects have debuted in our newest rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. They truly impressed our staff as we delve into our analysis below:

Damarion Nellon

Damarion Nellon

AR
DL/TE
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 320
POS DL/TE
CLASS 2028
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Damarion
Nellon DL/TE
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
320
HS
Wynne
|
AR
2028 JUNE RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive New Additions
Damarion Nellon is ranked number 23 in his position for the first time. I expect him to rise...
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Damarion Nellon

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State: Arkansas
School: Wynne
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Highlights

Isaiah Beltran

Isaiah Beltran

AR
DL
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 245
POS DL
CLASS 2028
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Isaiah
Beltran DL
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
Weight
245
HS
Farmington
|
AR
2028 JUNE RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive New Additions
Isaiah Beltran is a potential breakout candidate for the upcoming season after transferring to Farmington. He is stout...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Isaiah Beltran

State: Arkansas
School: Farmington
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Corderius Thomas

Corderius Thomas

AR
LB/RB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 180
POS LB/RB
CLASS 2028
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Corderius
Thomas LB/RB
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
180
HS
Jonesboro
|
AR
2028 JUNE RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive New Additions
Corderius Thomas lands at number 24 for his position. He’s an athletic prospect who can cover the entire...
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Corderius Thomas

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State: Arkansas
School: Jonesboro
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CJ McGhee

CJ McGhee

AR
DB/ATH
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 140
POS DB/ATH
CLASS 2028
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CJ
McGhee DB/ATH
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
Weight
140
HS
Warren
|
AR
2028 JUNE RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive New Additions
CJ McGhee is another breakout candidate for the 2025 season. He is athletic and possesses solid length, which...
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State: Arkansas
School: Warren
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Lawrence Lawson

Lawrence Lawson

AR
DB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 165
POS DB
CLASS 2028
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Lawrence
Lawson DB
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
165
HS
Little Rock Mills
|
AR
2028 JUNE RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive New Additions
Lawrence Lawson adds to a highly athletic team and secondary. He displays solid transition ability due to his...
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School: Little Rock Mills
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