PRZVA Class of 2026 Player Evaluations

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are working hard and will soon have our updated Class of 2026 rankings ready to publish. Today, I am bringing five players that you will see in our upcoming rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["853886"],"_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-686ed047df18f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile LB for Garfield who can align in a stacked position or on the Edge. On tape, he shows the ability to defend the inside run, the outside run, and pass rush. He does a good job of using his eyes to look through the blockers and to keep himself in the backfield while navigating traffic and shedding blocks. He is a strong, dependable tackler and attacks the ball with multiple forced fumbles on tape. While his future is at the Linebacker position, his Running Back tape shows how strong and physically tough LJ is. He loves contact and can keep his feet through multiple defenders and gain positive yards. Currently holds offers from Norfolk State and Ferrum College.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17761845/LJ-Richards" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> / <a href="https://x.com/LJRichards21" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">X</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1297957"],"_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-68486e55d9c99"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile player for Loudoun County, Macklin plays WR, CB, and QB for the Vikings. He is a multi-sport athlete who also stars in basketball and lacrosse. His short-area quickness sticks out on film and is a strength of his game. He has solid release into his routes, with good separation quickness at the top of his routes to create a target for his QB. After the catch, he uses his short-area quickness to evade defenders, operating best in space to make defenders miss. Good speed allows him to create positive yards after the catch. Solid prospect who will be a dependable weapon on an offense and should gain interest through his senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17852181/Macklin-Gaffney" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> / <a href="https://x.com/GaffneyMac842" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">X</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1689325"],"_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-6848c08fde7ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Izaiah is a Safety prospect who is a good athlete with very good Range at the position. He can cover a lot of ground quickly and displays good ball skills to disrupt the pass. He also shows he can play Corner and press receivers at the line of scrimmage. He is willing to come downhill and play in run defense. As far as I can tell, he currently has no offers. Schools ought to pay attention to his tape. Expect another big season from him this fall. He will be making his ranking debut in our upcoming update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17916203/Izaiah-Cotto" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> / <a href="https://x.com/IzaiahCotto" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">X</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1645084"],"_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-686ed047df0e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jeremiah is a Cornerback you need to know. He is a shutdown man defender who displays good change of direction, hip fluidity, and mirror ability versus receivers. He can align in Off, Soft, or Press coverage. He has no issue going against larger receivers. He displays good ball skills, doing a good job of playing through the ball to disrupt the pass. Last year, he finished with 14 PBUs, 1 INT, 1 FF, and 0 TDs allowed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17838604/Jeremiah-Wise" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> / <a href="https://x.com/JeremiahWise19" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">X</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1718074"],"_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-687a6c967d1d9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">KaVari is an LB/Edge defender for North Cross. He plays with good strength and use of hands allowing him to impact the play. He does a good job at keeping separation with his arms, and shedding the block, allowing him to keep edge contain on the play. Shows the ability to move laterally versus inside runs. He is a power rusher in the pass rush. Finished the year with 9 Sacks, 8 TFLs, 1 FF on 19 Total Tackles. I look forward to seeing how he performs this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17992158/KaVari-Brown" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl</a> / <a href="https://x.com/KbKavariBrown" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">X</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>**Cole cannot communicate with prospects directly due to his work in college football. Any questions related to his content must be directed to the&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneVA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@PrepRedzoneVA</a></em>&nbsp;<em>account**</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Click&nbsp;<a href="https://prepredzone.com/prospect-index/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>&nbsp;to claim your Prep Redzone Prospect Index profile.<br>Follow me on Twitter&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/GoLions1934" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@GoLions1934</a>&nbsp;for further content |&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneVA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@PrepRedzoneVA</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/PrepRedzone" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@PrepRedzone</a>&nbsp;| Virginia Scouts&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/carljfred" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@carljfred</a>,&nbsp;</em><a href="https://x.com/EdOBrienCFB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>@EdOBrienCFB</em></a><em>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/coachbrown757">@coachbrown757</a></em>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<em>View my previous Prep Redzone articles&nbsp;<a href="https://prepredzone.com/author/cole-laing-author/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->