2028 Rankings Update: Who Are Alabama’s Top Sophomore OL?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've got more 2028 Rankings coverage in store for y'all!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tonight, we're diving into our list and seeing who some of Alabama's top 2028 OL prospects!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, check out their tape below! You won't want to miss out on this group of talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1621015"],"_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-687c0ad75644e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1621015' first='Joey' last='Fleming'] is a dominant OT out of Huntsville who's climbed up to the ranks to be our #1 OL and #6 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"At 6'6 260, Fleming is a big underclassman who already provides terrific pass protection and run blocking for his team upfront. Fleming is a hard man to beat in the trenches; he explodes off the line, plays with great leverage, and has the strength to consistently pave defenders into the dirt at the LOS and in the open field. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I'm really impressed with Fleming's ability to protect the quarterback- he's a serious anchor on the offensive line who consistently uses his athleticism and physicality to keep pass rushers outside of the pocket, providing tons of time and security for his QB.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fleming has been picking up a ton of attention this offseason. Since our last update, he's picked up offers from Alabama, Auburn, Oklahoma, and plenty of others.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've got Fleming ranked this high for a reason- he's a seriously talented OL with a HUGE future ahead. Do yourself a favor and check out his film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19499673/6728e86ffd08e0b269e1e512' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687c6bfbcacb2"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1621013"],"_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-687c0ad7564af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1621013' first='Micah' last='Walker'] is a dominant OL out of Thompson who's now our #2 OL and #9 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Walker really impresses me as a run blocker. At 6'5 280, he moves really well and can work from level to level to open up huge rushing lanes for his teammates. Walker is also extremely physical and plays through the whistle every snap. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I love seeing how much effort and toughness Walker plays with each snap; he consistently wins at the line of scrimmage and can pancake defenders into the dirt to make some impressive blocks upfront. Walker is really talented in pass protection- he can hold his own against a wide variety of pass rushers and consistently provides a clean pocket for his QB to work with.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Walker has already picked up offers from UL Monroe and UAB. With how talented he is, I'm sure more will be heading his way soon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We'll have to watch out for Walker going forward; he has a bright future ahead at Thompson. Check out some of his film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22412087/66e99152803c67a700278252' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687c6bfbcad1b"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1621014"],"_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-687c0ad7564fc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1621014' first='Tommy' last='Williams'] is another dominant Thompson OL we have ranked as our #3 OL and #17 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Williams is a big dude who can flat-out move in the open field- he has great mobility at his size and can make crucial blocks for his teammates downfield on screen passes and in the run game, opening up opportunities for huge explosive plays. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Williams is also really productive in pass protection- he plays with great leverage, is extremely powerful, and doesn't allow for any kind of pressure on his side of the line of scrimmage.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Currently, Williams lists offers from UAB and UL Monore. It'll be exciting watching him continue to develop over at Thompson, he has a TON of potential moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1700199"],"_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-687c0ad756546"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1700199' first='AJ' last='Goodson'] is an up-and-coming OL out of Anniston who's now ranked as our #4 OL and #18 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Already 6'3 270 as a freshman, it's easy to understand the hype around Goodson. He's a big dude with tons of strength, power, and impressive leverage he uses to dish out massive blocks all over the field. I'm really impressed with how Goodson moves at his size- he's a mobile lineman who can work upfield to create huge rushing lanes for his teammates.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Goodson has received offers from Texas State and Tulane over the past few months. I'm sure there will be more schools calling him up soon- he's a talented OL with a big career ahead of him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out some of what Goodson can do below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23378746/67524bf09e346fa2b9e6421f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687c6bfbcad9f"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1665748"],"_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-687c0ad756590"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1665748' first='Christian' last='Bennett'] is a talented OL out of Clay Chalkville who's now our #5 OL and #21 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Bennet is already an incredibly reliable LT for Clay Chalkville- he opens up a ton of opportunities for his teammates in the run game and provides great pass protection upfront for his QB.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>At 6'3 250, Bennett already has the size and athleticism to dominate at the position. He's incredibly strong, plays with great bend and leverage, and has the power and quickness to fight off a wide variety of defensive linemen in the trenches.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bennett has picked up offers from UT Martin, FIU, and Troy this offseason- with his talent, that list will only continue to grow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bennett has some great tape from his freshman season you can watch below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/21936955/673cc1cc3b3b811a9dd21ee6' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687c6bfbcadf9"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2028","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2405","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2446","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687c0ad756c41"} /-->