Stock Up: 2027 Names to Know

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">From breakout performances to flashes of high-level potential, these rising prospects are quickly climbing rankings and recruiting boards. Here are the 2027 players whose stock is on the rise.</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">5'11” 165 lbs., Cypher brings elite track speed to the field, boasting a 10.75 in the 100m that translate into true game-breaking explosiveness. He's quick off the line with an efficient release using quick footwork and burst to gain early separation. Does a great job avoiding contact while maintaining his line and timing. Plus ability to set up his routes with temp and control, keeping defenders off balance before accelerating out of his breaks. He's consistent and reliable as a route runner and is a threat to stretch the field on any snap. With his speed, suddenness, and feel for coverage he's a dangerous vertical and after the catch weapon with big play potential every time he touches the ball. Currently holds offers from Sacramento State and UNLV with more expected as the recruiting cycle progresses.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">At 6'1” 175 lbs. Ruiz is a natural football player with a high IQ and a versatile skillset that allows him to impact the game in multiple ways. At OLB, he plays with high level instincts and anticipation, showing the ability to diagnose plays quickly and trigger to the ball with speed. Whether he's filling aggressively against the run, dropping into coverage, or coming off the edge as a pass rusher, he stays disciplined with his eyes and patient with his to move efficiently before triggering to the ball. Strong open field tackler that can break down and wrap up to be reliable in one on one situations. In coverage, he's got good reactionary quickness to break on the ball and make a play at the catch point. His feel for the game and positional flexibility make him a valuable defensive piece with upside at multiple spots.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/IsaiahRuiz09/status/1969573947546222789 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Solid size, length, and frame at 6'4” 205 lbs. with the skillset to match for the high upside QB out of Mater East. Combines his natural ability as a passer with his technical skills and mechanics to be productive and efficient. Shows clean footwork that stays in rhythm throughout his drop back and to his delivery, landing with a well-balanced throwing platform that boosts his accuracy to all areas of the field. Flashes a live arm with a smooth release capable of driving the ball with velocity at the short/intermediate levels or throwing with touch/trajectory downfield. Knows when to mix up speeds to fit it in a window and throw a catchable ball. Shows he can extend the play with his legs and move the pocket to maintain accuracy throwing on the run to either direction. Picked up his initial collegiate offer from Sacramento State over the summer but should see his recruiting stock on the rise going forward.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">At 6'0” 180 lbs. Brenner is a dynamic defensive playmaker from his Strong Safety position. Great natural feel and awareness with a nose for the football and a knack for creating turnovers. Smart player and quick processor to read and react to his keys. Flashes good all around game speed and range to fly around the field and be a sideline to sideline defender. Whether dropping into coverage or coming downhill in run support, he brings a physical edge and delivers violent contact as a tackle. Takes good angles of pursuit and accelerates his feet at the POA to finish ball carriers to the ground. His instincts and motor allow him to be around the ball constantly and he plays with the kind of energy and aggression that changes momentum. A high impact player that can be a difference maker on both sides of the ball.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Richter checks all the boxes for a college level DE with his combination of size, length, and growth potential at 6'4” 225 lbs. At his size, he's a plus athlete with smooth, natural movement skills and the ability to bend and stay low through contact. Flashes great initial quickness off the ball and out of his stance often beating blockers with his first step alone. Changes directions well in tight space and shows impressive lateral agility to track plays down the line or redirect in pursuit. Brings a balanced mix of both speed and power moves, using active hands and good placement to shed blocks and disengage effectively. As a pass rusher, like his ability to dip around the edge and collapse the pocket before the play can develop. Brings heavy contact as a tackler driving through ball carriers with good forward momentum and leverage. Initial college offer from Sacramento State but should see a boost in recruitment through his junior year.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Coltonrichter__/status/1967411544209391843 </div></figure>