2028 Rankings Update: New Defensive/ATH Prospects On Our List

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're back with more on our 2028 Rankings Update!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we're focusing on some new additions in the class, specifically on the defensive side of the ball!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You won't want to miss this group, be sure to check out their tape below!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1643075"],"_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-6887eb93e8967"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1643075' first='Braylon' last='Coleman'] is a talented DB out of Paul W. Bryant who's making his debut as our #7 DB and #58 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Coleman is a highly athletic, instinctual player who's already been able to make game-changing plays out in his team's secondary and on special teams. Coleman is super reliable in coverage- he's quick to break and make plays on the ball, isn't easily beat downfield, and is a reliable tackler who allows little to no gain after the catch.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Coleman is just as productive as a run defender; he flies downhill to pursue after the ball carrier and frequently comes up with huge stops both down by the line of scrimmage and in the open field. Coleman has even found ways to make an impact on special teams, returning blocked kicks to the house and more.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I'm excited to see Coleman play this season; he's got a big second year ahead of him this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1137907"],"_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-68881f0e77d5c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1137907' first='DeKolbi' last='Smith'] is a talented DB out of Hueytown who's landed as our #8 DB and #78 overall prospect in the state</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Smith is an athletic safety who thrives on his instincts in the secondary. He's quick to react, has the speed to cover lots of ground, and is a reliable tackler who creates stops in the open field.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I'm really impressed with Smith's run support. He's great at finding the ball and frequently flies downhill to deliver some really big hits. He's got a big future ahead at Hueytown; it'll be exciting to watch.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out some of Smith's tape from last season; he's a talented DB to look out for. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19447024/679ab77495084a9d61332c50' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688827d1469f4"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1654957"],"_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-68881f0e77dbc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1654957' first='Zavier' last='Burrow'] is a talented defender out of Mortimer Jordan who's making his debut as our #11 DB and #96 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Burrow already has some great skills out in coverage- he's quick on his feet, is terrific at tracking opposing quarterbacks' eyes/the ball, and frequently uses his hands to either break up passes or haul in interceptions all over the field.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Burrow is also great at supporting the run. He's quick to get downhill, is terrific in pursuit, and has the tackling skills to not allow for any extra yards after he makes initial contact.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last season, Burrow recorded 40 total tackles (16 solo), 7 PBUs, and one INT.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It'll be exciting watching Burrow in his second season this fall, we're going to have to keep eyes on him!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1227328"],"_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-68881f0e77e07"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1227328' first='Jorden' last='Gilbert'] is an impressive DB out of Jackson-Olin who's debuting as our #18 DB and #117 overall prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Gilbert is an athletic DB who can play the run incredibly well. I love seeing how he gets involved- he flies downhill to the line of scrimmage and makes some really impressive one-on-one tackles against RBs to prevent big gains.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Gilbert is also reliable out in coverage. He's quick to react, has impressive speed and physicality, and makes WRs work to get open every snap. When you pair that with his ball skills and hands, you've got a guy you don't want to try throwing the ball at.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure you check out some of Gilbert's tape below- he has a bright future ahead at Jackson-Olin.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18037815/66e87e3f3072fd0066d71ebc' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688827d146a8a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1655023"],"_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-68881f0e77e51"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1655023' first='Cooper' last='Wales'] is a talented two-way player out of Elkmont who's debuting as our #16 DB/WR and #112 prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Offensively, Wales has the speed and size to quickly get downfield and make impressive catches over the tops of defenders. He has a great set of hands. tracks the ball well and can attack multiple levels of the field out wide.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Wales is just as productive on defense and special teams. He lies up at FS and can fly around the field to come up with huge stops. He's impressive in pursuit, is a talented tackler, and plays with a ton of effort every snap. Wales also did a great job as a kick returner last season, consistently putting his offense in great starting field position.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wales ended his freshman year with 122 receiving yards, 25 tackles, 3 PBUs, and multiple great kickoff returns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Do yourself a favor and watch some of Wales' tape below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22205561/67263934c232bc05076e9e09' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688827d146ae2"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->