2027 Linebackers On The Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2027 linebackers are having strong junior seasons...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891809"],"_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-68c83757f1ee6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A sleeper linebacker to know south of Atlanta, Hogg may not have elite speed or size, but he plays fast, shows strong instincts, and knows how to deliver a sound tackle on the ball-carrier. The dependable defender has made 70 tackles through his first five games for an average of 12 tackles per game. He gets downhill in a hurry against the run and brings above-average athleticism to the table. He competes, gives great effort, and has enough speed to chase down the ball-carrier. He's a productive 2027 linebacker on the rise who will be added to the next rankings update this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891831"],"_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-68c83757f1f5d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An undersized South Georgia linebacker having a really strong junior season so far, Johnson is a speedy linebacker who has a knack for making plays. He's impressive in pursuit, shows above-average strength for his size, and does a good job of making a play on the ball. Through his first four games, the Brunswick native has made 48 tackles, three TFLs, one sack and an impressive three forced fumbles. He's active, consistent, and never gives up on a play. He's been a productive member of the Brunswick defense and could be in store for a breakout junior season if he keeps piling up strong numbers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891840"],"_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-68c83757f1fb8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another South Georgia linebacker who may be undersized but plays hard and knows how to tackle properly, Richardson is a Savannah native who is quickly becoming one of the more consistent 2027 linebackers in the area. Through his first five games, Richardson has made 44 tackles and two TFLs with one sack. He's smart, reacts quickly, and is technically sound when wrapping up and making a play on the ball-carrier. He's made at least eight tackles in four of his first five games and could see some possible D1 interests and possible options come his way in the winter with a big season this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891841"],"_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-68c83757f200c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A playmaking defender on the rise in Cobb County, Johnson is a max-effort linebacker who brings a nice combination is strength, toughness, and pursuit. He runs well but has proven to be one of the toughest and hardest hitters in the region. The promising junior has made 47 tackles through his first four games to go along with three TFLs and three sacks with one forced fumble. He closes quickly due to his quickness and ability to play fast. He's a sleeper 2027 linebacker to know in the Marietta area who will be an easy addition to the next rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891879"],"_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-68c83757f205f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A Cherokee County linebacker who plays fast with strong instincts and a sound frame, Barnett is a leading tackler in the region and has opened a lot of eyes to kick off his junior season. He's been tackling everything in sight over the last two weeks as he made 15 tackles against Pope before making 14 stops against Lambert. He's playing at a high level right now and has a chance to continue lighting up the stat sheet over the next several weeks. His best football is still ahead of him, and if he continues to develop, should be one of the top defenders in Canton this year and next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->