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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1584496' first='Braden' last='Harms'] – FS – Class of 2026 – Metea Valley</strong><br>Standing at 6'3", 195 pounds, Harms has ideal size for a rangy safety. He covers ground quickly and plays with an aggressive edge. Harms brings physicality as a tackler and shows promise tracking the football over the top—traits that college programs love at the free safety position.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1631457' first='Rontez' last='Smith'] – CB – Class of 2027 – Bradley-Bourbonnais</strong><br>Smith plays bigger than his 5'9", 160-pound frame thanks to quick feet and confidence. He's sticky in man coverage and doesn't shy away from the moment. Smith is one of the better pure cover corners in the 2027 class—he just needs more eyes on his film.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1622861' first='Nolan' last='Vaughn'] – CB – Class of 2027 – Belvidere North</strong><br>Vaughn brings top-end speed and natural coverage feel to the field. At 5'11", 145 pounds, he might still be growing physically—but the athleticism and ball skills are already evident. He mirrors well and closes on the football quickly, showing great anticipation in man coverage.</p>
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<p><strong>JMari Jackson – SS – Class of 2026 – Hoffman Estates</strong><br>Back on our radar due to strong testing numbers, Jackson brings versatility to the secondary. At 5'11", 151 pounds, he's rangy and competitive in run support. His instincts, effort, and versatility make him a valuable chess piece for any defensive coordinator.</p>
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Braden Harms
Braden
Harms
6'2" | 190 lbs | WR/ATH
St. Charles North | 2026
IL
– FS – Class of 2026 – Metea Valley
Standing at 6'3", 195 pounds, Harms has ideal size for a rangy safety. He covers ground quickly and plays with an aggressive edge. Harms brings physicality as a tackler and shows promise tracking the football over the top—traits that college programs love at the free safety position.
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