RANKINGS Update: 2027 Linebackers Added To Latest Update

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These promising junior linebackers were added to the latest Prep Redzone rankings...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1797206"],"_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-69383a5ab0d18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A big, versatile athlete who can make a big tackle in the open field while proving to be a dependable pass-rusher, Johnson's size, above-average athleticism and strong junior season made it easy to include him in the latest 2027 Prep Redzone rankings. One of the top 2027 defenders in Athens, Johnson made a team-leading 75 tackles, eight TFLs and three sacks this fall as a junior. He plays hard, closes quickly, and knows how to make a strong, secure tackle on the ball-carrier. His best football is still in front of him and he's now ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 30 LB prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891809"],"_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-69383a5ab0d95"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An impressive, under-the-radar defender down in McDonough, Hogg may not be the biggest or fastest linebacker south of Atlanta, but he was certainly one of the most productive. The smart, quick-reacting linebacker knows how to tackle and did it all season long for the Ola Mustangs. The max-effort linebacker made an eye-opening 136 total tackles, three TFLs and three fumble recoveries. He's an active defender who consistently finds his way to the ball. He was an All-Region selection after lighting up the stat sheet during his impressive junior season. He's now ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 40 LB prospect in the state for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891831"],"_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-69383a5ab0de4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more productive linebackers across Southeast Georgia, Johnson is a major weapon at linebacker who hunts the ball-carrier and consistently gets them to the ground. Like Hogg, his size and speed won't drop any jaws, but he's a steady player who plays hard, shows strong instincts, and a natural feel for the position. He made an outstanding 127 tackles and six sacks this season to go along with four sacks and three forced fumbles. Ranked as the No. 41 LB prospect in the state, Johnson could see some possible D1 interest and offers come his way in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891840"],"_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-69383a5ab0e2b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A Savannah native who really shined on a weekly basis this fall, Richardson is a disruptive defender who plays fast and can make plays in the backfield. He may be on the smaller side, but he makes up for it with his tenacity and ability to wrap up the ball-carrier. He was a tackling machine this season as a junior, making 99 tackles, five TFLs and three sacks while forcing one fumble. He's one of the more productive 2027 defenders in the region and was an easy addition to the latest update. He's now ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 42 LB prospect in the state for his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891841"],"_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-69383a5ab0e70"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A breakout linebacker to know in Cobb County, Johnson wasn't only added to the latest rankings update but made a big jump in it after a really strong junior season for the Harrison Hoyas. He shows impressive quickness, a strong motor, and the ability to chase down the ball-carrier. He's also one of the top overall pass-rushers in the region and across West Cobb. He brings D1-caliber size at 6-foot-2 210-pounds and is coming off an extremely productive 2025 season where he made 100 tackles, 14.5 TFLs, 12.5 sacks and one forced fumble. He's now ranked as the No. 9 LB prospect in the state for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->