West Georgia Defensive Stars Returning to Take Place in 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>**The Prep Redzone Stock Up Showcase Tour is coming to many cities, including Atlanta, Georgia. The Atlanta, Georgia event will be held on January 10th for all players in the 2026-2029. College coaches will be in attendance, colleges will receive results, you will receive media coverage, and you will have a huge opportunity to make a name for yourself. Benefits include competing in front of college coaches, gaining coverage from our scouts, having the chance to rise in our rankings, having your scores sent to D1 schools that have registered to see them, and so much more. <a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2134/register/stock-up-showcase-georgia">Click here to register</a>, and use code "SiskWinterPRZ" to get $10 off!**</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The state of Georgia is split up into multiple parts, but the western part of the state could be viewed as the most underrated part of the state. This is especially the case on the defensive side, where many stars are in the boat of being labeled as "overlooked" and "underrated." Here are five stars who are returning for one more season and have the chance to be at the top of the western part of Georgia.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2092345"],"_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-6954a1936d3dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown has great size for him to only be a junior in high school, and for him to have this size, there are things that come with that. Typically, it's things like fitting the gaps well and stuffing the rushing attack. He finished the season with nearly 7 and a half tackles per game on average, which is great all things considered. Brown will be someone who can be the captain of this team in the next season, as he will be the middle linebacker for the Columbus program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2092347"],"_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-6954a1936d44c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McQueen is one of the better players in the state when it comes to being explosive on his breaks. He is explosive with shooting downhill, along with the breaks he has on the ball. He finished the season with four interceptions and multiple tackles for a loss. He has solid size, and has found himself playing safety, cornerback on the outside, and the slot heavily. He is flexible and is one of the better prospects in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2092352"],"_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-6954a1936d497"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A smaller frame that can tackle like he is much bigger than his size. He has been able to do a good job with his tackling, but his coverage is improving heavily. He was the top tackler on his team, as he finished near the top with tackles per game. He is expected to be a captain of the Bainbridge program, and that is due to his ability to lead a program as well as make an example.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2092361"],"_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-6954a1936d4e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lingo is a violent ball player who wants nothing more than to inflict pain through tackling and hawk the ball in the air through his tracking. One of the more talented defenders when it comes to hawking down the ball, but he is someone you can rely on to play multiple positions with a solid frame. He has tons of potential and upside, and is one of the underrated stars of the western part of the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2092367"],"_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-6954a1936d529"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nelson is quick and violent with his hands, which led to him finishing the season with seven sacks. This is excellent, and he will be someone who is expected to push it close to double digits come next season, as his agility and bend will allow him to be a top defender in the western part of the Peach State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->