Breakout 2028 Linebackers To Know In 2025

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2028 defenders have a chance to have giant sophomore seasons this fall...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651437"],"_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-682f4503e4b1e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A fantastic athlete who should make a big impact on both sides of the ball next season, Pollock is a impressive cornerback on the rise who can cover down the field and make a big tackle against the run. He brings a lean, promising frame at 6-foot-1 170-pounds who really shined as a freshman last season. The Atlanta native made 40 tackles in his first season with two INTs and nine more pass-breakups. He's one of the top returning defensive backs in the region and could see his recruitment pick up next year with a big 2025 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["892009"],"_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-682f4503e4b84"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A max-effort lineman who can line up on either side of the trenches, Jacobs showed he can fight off blocks defensively with the ability to find the ball-carrier. He plays hard, he's naturally strong and more than held his own as a freshman last season against older competition. One of the top returning defenders in the region last year in the 2028 class, Jacobs is coming off a big first season where he made 52 tackles and two sacks. Look for him to take a big step forward as a sophomore in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["952494"],"_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-682f4503e4bcf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top DL prospects in the state for the 2028 class, Moses is coming off a really productive freshman season where he made 48 tackles, 17 TFLs and five sacks. He brings a promising 6-foot-3 265-pound frame which allowed him to overpower opposing linemen. He lived in the backfield and showed a knack for chasing down and making a play on the ball-carrier. He sure didn't play like a freshman and should see his recruitment take off at some point over the next 12 or so months with a breakout 2025 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1651435"],"_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-68306b3f0dbef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A linebacker on the rise in Atlanta, Wiley is a promising defender at 5-foot-11 180-pounds who was able to make a big impact for Banneker in year one last season. The tough, athletic freshman played on both sides of the ball but really impressed at linebacker where he made 41 tackles and six TFLs while also carrying the ball some on offense. IF he continues to work hard and progress over the next three months, Wiley could be in store for a giant sophomore season in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1590355"],"_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-68306b3f0dc63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A terrific young athlete who shined on both sides of the ball last season, Huff played both quarterback and defensive back last season as a freshman at Lincoln County. He'll be at Calhoun next season and will be able to use his natural athleticism and max-effort style of play to make plays in the secondary and even at receiver. As a freshman on defense Huff made 60 tackles and broke up two passes. He's an up and coming 2028 DB to keep a close eye on moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->