2028 Defenders Starting The Season Strong

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2028 defenders are playing at a high level right now...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1880627"],"_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-68c0722958777"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A speedy athlete who can make plays on both offense and special teams, Clay brings plenty of speed and has been impressive in coverage down the field. He can turn and run as well as anyone in the region and has been a dependable player in the secondary. He's made just 11 tackles, but he's shown the ability to play be aggressive at the line of scrimmage and be physical with receivers. He plays the sideline well and has the potential to turn into one of the top 2028 cornerback prospects in South Georgia. Look for him to also contribute in the run game due to his natural burst and big-play potential. He has a chance to be one of Lee County's next Power Four prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1880652"],"_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-68c07229587d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A small-town defensive back who has made play after play so far this season, Patterson is a sure-tackling safety who can read the quarterback and make a play on the ball in coverage. He reacts quickly, shows strong instincts, and has a strong feel for the position for someone his age. Just a sophomore, Patterson has shown that he has the potential to see some D1 interest and possible offers come his way. He's made 35 tackles this season with two INTS and seven pass-breakups. He's a playmaker who should only get better and better over time. He's a North Georgia defensive back who should see a new ranking come his way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1880677"],"_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-68c072295881b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A tough, gritty sophomore linebacker at Commerce, Cash shows plenty of effort and excitement in his game, allowing him to chase down the running back or attack the quarterback. He may not be the biggest or fastest linebacker in the Athens area, but he's been extremely productive and uses his max-effort style of play to his advantage. The 6-foot-1 205-pounder has been one of the more productive 2028 defenders in the area as he's made 29 tackles, four TFLs and one sack to go along with two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble. His stock is rising and so are his numbers. Cash should see a new ranking come his way in the next 2028 Prep Redzone rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1880684"],"_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-68c0722958863"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A productive Gwinnett County defender who has been one of the more productive EDGE defenders in his region, Shivers is a long, athletic linebacker who has started his sophomore season in a big way. He shows quick hands and the ability to set the edge against the run, but he can make plays in the backfield as well. The Snellville native has made 9 tackles, 5.5 TFLs and 2.5 sacks so far this season and has a chance to earn All-Region honors is he continues to put up strong numbers. He appears to be one of the top under-the-radar defenders in Gwinnett County for the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["950814"],"_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-68c07229588a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A new playmaking defensive back to know for the mighty Milton Eagles, Wonsley has been a dynamic playmaker for one of the state's best teams and has done it as a sophomore. He had a giant week one to start his 2025 season against Buford, making six tackles and one INT. He's also been a reliable defender in coverage down the field. He brings a promising frame, quickness, instincts, ball skills, and does a good job of tackling around the ball-carriers feet. He's one of the top 2028 defensive back prospects in the North Fulton area and might be in store for breakout season if he continues to develop and play at a high level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->