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<p>We just dropped our <a href="https://prepredzone.com/north-carolina/rankings/2029-north-carolina-high-school-football-rankings/">initial 2029 rankings</a>, and since this is a new class, only a few of these players have scouting reports. Let's change that.</p>
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<p>I've already gone behind the scenes of the creation of this class, with stats, big-picture takeaways, and some class superlatives. This series is different. We're going straight through, from No. 45 to No. 1, to break down every ranked player in the class of 2029. Let's meet the new guys. Starting with the back of the rankings, let's scout the 2029 class.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Meet the Class of 2029</h2>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Despite a leaner build, Muldrow was one of the more productive freshman edge defenders this season. He's a relentless pass-rusher who racked up 15 sacks for Mount Zion Christian. We're interested to see more of the freshman defender!</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Any time a freshman can get some playing time at the varsity level of a 7A team, it's a testament to their talent and upside. When that freshman runs from nearly 400 yards on a 3-seed, it's proof there's really something there. Rogers keeps his legs churning as a runner, and he has great size for a freshman. We're excited to see him develop in Clayton's unique, versatile offense.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">It's unusual to find a freshman with proper size on the offensive or defensive line, but it's even more rare when that player is playing both ways. Robinson is listed as a defensive lineman first in our database, but it wouldn't shock us if his play dictates that we should flip him to the offensive side of the ball. We're excited to see what he can do as he gains more muscle mass.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">A versatile defender, Cannady projects best as a run-stuffing defensive tackle, but he has some agility as well. Wilson Prep uses him both inside and outside, and he's even moonlighted as a short-yardage running back on offense. You won't find a more productive freshman defensive lineman this year, as his 11 sacks and 15 tackles for loss are each near or at the top of the class.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Melvin is a familiar name, as his older brother is one of our favorite uncommitted seniors. The younger Melvin may have even higher upside, given his impressive size at a young age. He's an eight-quarter varsity nose guard, and Cleveland has a plan to develop him. The strength and ability to two-gap are obvious on tape, and he could end up as one of the highest-upside defenders in the 2029 class.</p>
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<p><em>We'll have plenty of pieces on our 2029 class rankings over the next week, in addition to playoff coverage and Player of the Year voting. Want to make sure you're on our radar? Our next <a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2124/register/stock-up-showcase-carolinas">Prep Redzone Carolinas Showcase</a> is Dec. 7. <em>Promo Code HelmsWinterPRZ will get you $10 off registration</em></em>.</p>
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We just dropped our initial 2029 rankings, and since this is a new class, only a few of these players have scouting reports. Let's change that.
I've already gone behind the scenes of the creation of this class, with stats, big-picture takeaways, and some class superlatives. This series is different. We're going straight through, from No. 45 to No. 1, to break down every ranked player in the class of 2029. Let's meet the new guys. Starting with the back of the rankings, let's scout the 2029 class.
Despite a leaner build, Muldrow was one of the more productive freshman edge defenders this season. He's a relentless pass-rusher who racked up 15 sacks for Mount Zion Christian. We're interested to see more of the freshman defender!
Any time a freshman can get some playing time at the varsity level of a 7A team, it's a testament to their talent and upside. When that freshman runs from nearly 400 yards on a 3-seed, it's proof there's really…
It's unusual to find a freshman with proper size on the offensive or defensive line, but it's even more rare when that player is playing both ways. Robinson is listed as a defensive lineman first in our database, but it…
A versatile defender, Cannady projects best as a run-stuffing defensive tackle, but he has some agility as well. Wilson Prep uses him both inside and outside, and he's even moonlighted as a short-yardage running back on offense. You won't find a more productive freshman defensive lineman this year, as his 11 sacks and 15 tackles for loss are each near or at the top of the class.
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Melvin is a familiar name, as his older brother is one of our favorite uncommitted seniors. The younger Melvin may have even higher upside, given his impressive size at a young age. He's an eight-quarter varsity nose guard, and Cleveland has a plan to develop him. The strength and ability to two-gap are obvious on tape, and he could end up as one of the highest-upside defenders in the 2029 class.
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