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Mid Season Stock Risers: LBs

Mid Season Stock Risers: LBs
Josh White
Josh White September 27, 2025 @ 12:00 PM
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Dagan Jones
Dagan Jones 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB | 2026
AL
Charles Chappelle
Charles Chappelle 6'1" | 200 lbs | LB | 2026
AL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At midseason, the linebacker position is proving to be one of the deepest and most impactful groups in the state. This class features backers who combine old-school physicality with modern versatility — defenders who can thump inside the box, drop into coverage, or rush the passer when needed. Each of these prospects are flashing traits that project well to the next level. 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With his size/speed blend and frame that will only fill out, Oden is one of the more intriguing long-term names to watch. Oden's arm span jumps off the screen — he uses his length to disengage from blockers and disrupt plays before they can get started. Despite a leaner frame, he packs surprising pop in his strikes and can win leverage battles against bigger linemen. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Begreatoden/status/1970657849945518393","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Begreatoden/status/1970657849945518393 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1902424"],"_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-68d812051efa5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A true downhill Mike backer with a nose for the football. Jones reacts with minimal wasted motion, closes space quickly, and consistently finishes plays with authority. He's not just a run-stopper — his knack for forcing turnovers makes him a problem for QBs in the pocket. Explosive on contact and disciplined in coverage, Jones brings that old-school enforcer mentality with modern instincts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AL7AFootball/status/1971166673647349805","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AL7AFootball/status/1971166673647349805 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DaganJones52/status/1969812190975730121","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DaganJones52/status/1969812190975730121 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1604824"],"_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-68d812051f008"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chappelle is a fundamentally sound, assignment-oriented linebacker who brings stability to the heart of a defense. He consistently breaks down well in the open field and finishes as a strong, physical tackler. His high motor shows up in the run game, as he works through blocks with urgency and effort. What really stands out is how he mirrors lane choices and defends the interior with authority, shutting down runs before they can develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

At midseason, the linebacker position is proving to be one of the deepest and most impactful groups in the state. This class features backers who combine old-school physicality with modern versatility — defenders who can thump inside the box, drop into coverage, or rush the passer when needed. Each of these prospects are flashing traits that project well to the next level. Let's check the film!

Elijah Oden

Elijah Oden

HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 205
POS LB
CLASS 2027

Elijah Oden

School: Opelika
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Dagan Jones

Dagan Jones

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 215
POS LB
CLASS 2026
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Dagan
Jones LB
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
215
HS
Fairhope
|
AL
Mid Season Stock Risers: LBs
A true downhill Mike backer with a nose for the football. Jones reacts with minimal wasted motion, closes...
Written by Josh White
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Dagan Jones

State: Alabama
School: Fairhope
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Charles Chappelle

Charles Chappelle

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LB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 200
POS LB
CLASS 2026
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Charles
Chappelle LB
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
200
HS
Benjamin Russell
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Mid Season Stock Risers: LBs
Chappelle is a fundamentally sound, assignment-oriented linebacker who brings stability to the heart of a defense. He consistently...
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State: Alabama
School: Benjamin Russell
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