Wednesday Wrap- Talented 2028s Catching Our Eye This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welcome back to the Wednesday Wrap!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we're looking towards our sophomore class and watching some of the talented 2028s who are off to great starts this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You won't want to miss out on this group; they're seriously talented and have big things ahead! Let's dive in!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1924005"],"_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-68dd503abd0b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1924005' first='Samuel' last='Bailey'] is a dominant OT out of Mae Jemison who's been dominant up front this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>At 6'6 275, Bailey is a physical RT who opens up so many opportunities for his teammates. He explodes off the line, plays with terrific leverage, and has the strength, power, and agility to take defensive linemen off the line and several yards upfield.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>On top of that, Bailey has the athleticism and bend to provide great pass protection. He has great lateral quickness, fast hands, and a strong base that can't be moved. He'll be one to watch moving forward, book it.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bailey generated some collegiate interest earlier this year, picking up offers from Mississippi State, Southern Miss, and several other schools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure you watch some of Bailey's midseason tape. He's been dominant to start the year and shows no signs of slowing down:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/27940340/68c84cf9a517800e3f231afa' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68dd503abd3c3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1718031"],"_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-68dd503abd44b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1718031' first='Kylen' last='Johnson'] is an impressive WR/DB out of Coosa Christian who's found success on both sides of the ball this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Johnson is a highly athletic prospect who can hurt you on either side of the ball with his speed, ball skills, and instincts.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>At DB, Johnson is an instinctual playmaker who flies around the field to create stops every down. He's a huge threat out in coverage who can lock up any opposing WR 1- QBs would be wise not to throw his way.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Offensively, Johnson uses his speed and twitch to gain tons of separation downfield. He's terrific at finding ways to get open, and once he does, he can create tons after the catch. All in all, he's a seriously talented player everyone should have on their radar moving forward.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Earlier this summer, Johnson picked up his first two offers from North Alabama and Marian!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson has made a ton of exciting plays this year. Be sure to check out some of his tape below, you'll be impressed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17883194/68b88751455820d90c2eb107' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68dd503abd48a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1924013"],"_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-68dd503abd50b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1924013' first='Kaleb' last='Ballard'] is a talented WR/TE out of Wetumpka who has emerged as a playmaker in his team's offense this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"It's seriously hard to believe Ballard is only a sophomore. He towers over defenders with his 6'5 210 frame and can make some wildly impressive plays out wide. Ballard is quick, precise, and has a great set of hands that he uses to haul in catches all over the field.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>It's really impressive seeing how Ballard can move in open space. He's seriously fast at his size and presents a ton of challenges for defenders after the catch. We'll have to keep a closer eye on him going forward.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Currently, Ballard lists offers from Georgia State and Troy. With how well he's playing, I'm sure we will see more sent his way soon!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ballard has been making a huge impact on Wetumpka's passing attack this season. Do yourself a favor and check out some of his clips below; you'll be impressed!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26531446/68af34934d5e95c50e36fa33' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68dd503abd556"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1924019"],"_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-68dd503abd5c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1924019' first='Skyler' last='Roberson'] is a talented up-and-coming WR out of Vigor that I think we'll be hearing a lot more from over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Only a sophomore, Roberson has a seriously impressive set of hands already. We've seen him fight through coverage and contact from multiple defenders to bring in some ridiculous catches this season. When you pair that with his quickness and power with the ball, it makes him a really tough weapon to stop. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Roberson has made a big impact out wide this season for Vigor. I'm really excited to see him continue to develop. Keep watch.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out some of Roberson's clips from this season. He's becoming a reliable threat outside for Vigor's offense. We all need to watch for him moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/SkylerRob28/status/1969629227759620532","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/SkylerRob28/status/1969629227759620532 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->