2027 MD Rankings: Biggest Rankings Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I take a look at some of biggest movers from the recent 2027 MD/DC/DE Rankings. Some of these players had huge jumps overall while others stake their case as a one of the tops in their position. Every one of these prospects I have been able to see live this spring from camps, workouts, 7v7s etc. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1348739"],"_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-687e66ce91e19"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaiden makes a move into the overall top 10 for the first time in the 2027 rankings and is the #2 overall OL and number #1 OL in the state of Maryland. A player I've followed since early in his freshman year, you could tell Jaiden had tons of potential from the start. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing a verified 6'3"+ with a 74" wingspan, Jaiden passes the eye ball test. Able to play anywhere along the OL, he is best at OG with how good of an athlete he is for the position. He's light on his feet and can run on his toes. Effective in the pull game, as well as being able to reach &amp; combo block. Jaiden also shows well in pass sets uses his athleticism to get to his set quickly against fast pass rushers. With a nice punch &amp; hand technique, Jaiden has the strength needed to bully defenders and put them in the dirt. Already holding a handful of Power 4 Offers, I expect those numbers to be in the double digits by the end of his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">full sophomore season highlights *updated*<a href="https://twitter.com/RivalsFriedman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RivalsFriedman</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EdOBrienCFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EdOBrienCFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/gcfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@gcfootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/on3recruits?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@On3Recruits</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MohrRecruiting?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MohrRecruiting</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/247recruiting?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@247recruiting</a> <a href="https://t.co/2c3mPOvmyP">https://t.co/2c3mPOvmyP</a> <a href="https://t.co/3iqgBtBvtA">pic.twitter.com/3iqgBtBvtA</a></p>&mdash; jaiden lindsay 4⭐️ IOL (@_jaidenlindsay) <a href="https://twitter.com/_jaidenlindsay/status/1876439660639223888?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1630711"],"_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-687e66ce91e7b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">No one had a stronger rise in these recent rankings then Kendon. Moving up almost 50 spots and now a top 20 prospect and the #3 overall OL. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I was able to get eyes on Kendon multiple times this spring, including his stand out performance at the National Preps Spring Showcase. He measured in a verified 6'6" 283lbs performed well in the combine drills and dominating in the 1v1s. An OL prospect that is both physical and athletic. Kendon has great pop and power off the snap, gets his hands into the defenders chest and drives them out the play. He has that nasty in him as an OL to finish through the whistle. Kendon also has the footwork and ability to get out and run in space. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Currently holding five total offers after just recently picking up Liberty this week. Kendon also secured offers from UMD, Indiana, Towson and BC the week following his performance at the National Preps Showcase. With plenty of room to get stronger and continue his development, Kedon has a ton of upside still and should be a name on many colleges boards this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Excited to work!! <a href="https://twitter.com/NPCoachZim?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NPCoachZim</a> <a href="https://t.co/TiN7vJTDHA">pic.twitter.com/TiN7vJTDHA</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1630711' first='Kendon' last='Bauer'] (@kendonbauer) <a href="https://twitter.com/kendonbauer/status/1923179620800610328?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1353100"],"_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-687ed0523b9f4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jayden makes a strong move up over top spots and is a top 100 overall player with room still to continue to rise in future rankings. He is part of a very strong 2027 QB class in the area that can see a ton of movement down the road as multiple QBs compete for their order within the top 10 overall QB spots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Was able to see Jayden throw live early in the spring during 7v7 competitions and came away very impressed with how he throws the ball. With a quick, smooth release and strong overall mechanics in both his throwing motion &amp; footwork. He throws with impressive timing &amp; anticipation, getting out there for his receiver to run under it and catch in stride. Able to zip it in tight windows or air out down the field, Jayden can make throws across all 3 levels of the passing game. He throws a very catchable ball as well, comes out of his hand tight and cuts through the air. With only one offer from Del State so far, look for Jayden to put up some big numbers at McNamara this year and have his name being talked about by college coaches next spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="de" dir="ltr">UMD 7v7 <a href="https://t.co/qoWxpjvGBM">pic.twitter.com/qoWxpjvGBM</a></p>&mdash; Jay Ford (@JFord2_) <a href="https://twitter.com/JFord2_/status/1934980102414127471?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1629941"],"_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-687e66ce91f30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A player I was all in on when I saw his development this spring after already catching my eye during the season, Brock moves up almost 30 spots in the most recent rankings and is now the #5 overall DL. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Standing 6'3" 260lbs with a thick muscled up frame, Brock looks every bit the part on the hoof. He is explosive out of his stance, runs on his toes, and shows quick, choppy feet. He also displays nice hips with quick COD and no loss of momentum as he turns and runs. Brock plays with good leverage and strength. Able to long arm blockers and keep them away from his chest before shedding them off and getting to the ball. Brock recently just picked up his first offer from Liberty University. I would be shocked if he doesn't put together a big junior year and put his name on the map to college coaches. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Blessed to have received my first Division 1 offer from the University of Liberty!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AGTG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AGTG</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJDon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJDon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/kschmittASHS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kschmittASHS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaldingFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SpaldingFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/tdhald?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tdhald</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZFunABTlhg">pic.twitter.com/ZFunABTlhg</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1629941' first='Brock' last='Frisby'] (@BrockFrisby) <a href="https://twitter.com/BrockFrisby/status/1946357855658914266?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1128451"],"_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-687ed0523bab5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The second highest overall riser in these recent rankings, Aidan jumped 40+ spots and is now the #4 overall WR. This comes after I was able to watch him live a few times this spring in both workouts and 7v7 competition where he lights out in both performances. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What stands out most about Aidan's game is his route running ability. He can push vertical, stem his routes and make crisp cuts/breaks. He burst out from the LOS and knows how to feint movements using deceptive head movements and change speed during his route to set up defenders. He will stick his foot in the ground and go when it's time to get open and create separation from the DB. Aidan also displays strong hands, able to pluck it out of the air &amp; go up and high point it, capable of making the spectacular catch. Aidan is a dynamic playmaker who I can see really making an impact out of the slot for SFA this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">i had a great week at <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzone?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzone</a> last week. lots of great catches, one hands, and celebrations <a href="https://twitter.com/tdhald?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tdhald</a><br>@przavic<a href="https://twitter.com/CoachTabannah?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachTabannah</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/routesurgeon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@routesurgeon</a> <br>@npcoachZip<a href="https://twitter.com/EdOBrienCFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@edobrienCFB</a><br>@redzoneprepMd<br>@redzonprepVa<a href="https://twitter.com/Rivals?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rivals</a><a href="https://twitter.com/247Sports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@247sports</a><a href="https://twitter.com/247recruiting?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@247recruiting</a> <a href="https://t.co/vfhHshjjRL">pic.twitter.com/vfhHshjjRL</a></p>&mdash; Aidan “AD” Durham (@Aidanmvplife_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Aidanmvplife_/status/1902110080612565327?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->