Sleeper 2027 Linebackers Having Big Junior Seasons

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These under-the-radar junior linebackers are having excellent junior seasons...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1906547"],"_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-68d4393c754f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A sleeper middle linebacker in metro Atlanta who plays hard and is in the middle of a really strong junior season, White stands at 6-foot-1 210-pounds who consistently finds and wraps up the ball-carrier. He's a max-effort defender who has made 64 tackles through his first five games with one forced fumble. He shows good instincts, toughness, and could easily earn All-Region honors is he continues to play well and light up the stat sheet. He's one of the more productive defenders in the Smyrna area and will be added to the next 2027 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1906557"],"_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-68d4393c75555"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A speedy, quick-reacting defender who plays hard and closes quickly on the ball-carrier, Williams is one of the more underrated linebackers in Cherokee County having an excellent junior season so far. The playmaking defender has made 52 tackles through his first five games with eight TFLs, three sacks and 12 QB pressures. He's a promising pass-rusher with above-average athleticism and a natural feel for the position. Look for Williams to see his recruitment pick up down the road if he continues to improve and show off his versatility the rest of the season. He's a promising linebacker with his best football still way ahead of him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1906864"],"_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-68d4393c755c6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A tough, gritty linebacker flying under the radar south of Atlanta, Strong is a sure-tackling defender who gives really good effort every time he's on the field. He tackles well around the feet and knows how to fight off tough blocks before chasing down the ball-carrier. Through his first five games, Storm has made 52 tackles, six TFLs, and one forced fumble. He's made 12+ tackles in three of his five games and has been one of the more consistent and productive linebackers in the region. He's a 2027 defender to keep an eye on moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1906890"],"_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-68d4393c7561a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A sleeper linebacker with strong instincts who can deliver a sound tackle on the ball-carrier, Scott is a productive defender who plays fast and brings a muscular 6-foot-0 225-pound frame to the table. He reacts quickly and shows impressive e quickness and the ability to make a strong, fundamental tackle. He's made an impressive 49 tackles through his first five games, making big plays in the backfield with 11 tackles behind the line of scrimmage. He also has six QB pressures when rushing the quarterback and one forced fumble. His stock is rising and some D1 interest and possible offers could come his way next winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1906903"],"_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-68d4393c7565f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A physical two-way player who shines both at linebacker and running back, Jarvis is a contact-loving defender who has racked up 45 tackles and four TFLs through his first five games. He plays hard and knows how to deliver a bruise when he meets the ball-carrier. He's made at least seven tackles in every game, at least nine tackles in four games, and at least 10 tackles in two games. He's one of the top two-way players in the region and will be an easy addition to the next 2027 Prep Redzone rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->