Four 2028 Defensive Prospects Who Made a Jump In Our Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We updated Ohio's Class of 2028 rankings and came up with some new names and wanted to do a quick analysis piece of why we ranked players how we did.  Here's a quick breakdown on these four prospects:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1637941"],"_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-68ec156ed320e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1637941' first='Griffin' last='Lyons'] is having a breakout season and is a new addition to the rankings, and if he continues as developed, it won't be long before he reaches the top.  The 6-foot-1, 200-pound linebacker has great first-step quickness and strong use-of-hands.  He is an outstanding pass rusher who can turn the corner and deliver big hits, and he can set an edge nicely against the run.  Lyons is a must-know name for the 2028 class in the Midwest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1921488"],"_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-68ec156ed32b4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jevon Cooper is a talented edge prospect at Taft.  The 6-foot-3, 205-pound prospect has a good first step and strong ability to shed blocks, reach the backfield and wrap up.  Cooper plays with good bend and leverage, constantly winning with his pad level and possessing good play strength.  Previously un-ranked prospect who has now been added.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1636839"],"_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-68ec156ed3341"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1636839' first='Kameron' last='Hill'] is a strong cover corner who can effectively jam, play press and be physical with receivers.  He displays great timing with his hands to break up passes and does a great job of covering and carrying downfield fades.  Despite his lack of height, Hill still manages to have solid leaping ability and can break up passes in one-on-one situations.  Keep an eye on his development.  </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1636849"],"_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-68ec156ed33a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1636849' first='Quintin' last='Petty'] is a strong outside linebacker / edge prospect with a nose for the ball.  A very instinctive linebacker who can read and react on the move, tackle in the open field and takes great angles to the ball.  Petty flashes a high motor and is strong in pursuit.  He holds one offer from Toledo.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->