First look Part 2 – Maryland 2027 ranked prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I'll be giving my first evaluation on ranked prospects in the Class of 2027 over the next several weeks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's Part 2.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2107158"],"_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-697d51ddef434"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wills is an instinctive free safety with good size and a strong feel for the game. He covers ground quickly and shows true center-field range in zone coverage. Willis is comfortable coming downhill and competing as a tackler in space. He finished the season with 45 total tackles (34 solo), three interceptions, one pick-six, 13 pass breakups, and a fumble recovery touchdown. Continuing to add strength to his frame will make him even more of a beast.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2107606"],"_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-697d51ddef4cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smyth is a smart, instinctive cornerback who plays with confidence and awareness. He consistently stays deeper than the deepest and takes clean angles to the football downfield. Smyth attacks the ball like a receiver and shows strong timing at the catch point, especially in the red zone. His production backs it up, finishing the season with 21 total tackles (16 solo), four interceptions, four pass breakups, and a tackle for loss. Adding more strength will help him handle bigger receivers and finish plays even more consistently.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2107812"],"_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-697d51ddef520"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Taylor is a long, instinctive corner with strong awareness at 6-foot-2, 170 pounds. He reads coverage well, reacts quickly to the ball, and shows natural playmaking ability. The multiple interceptions in his highlights are the result of anticipation and good instincts. Taylor breaks on throws decisively and does a good job of staying disciplined in zone while remaining aggressive. He also shows a physical edge, coming downhill to make tackles and finishing through contact in the run game. Adding more strength to his frame will help him hold up even better against physical receivers. With that being said, the instincts and ball skills clearly stand out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2107823"],"_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-697d51ddef566"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stennett is a long, instinctive free safety with good size and a strong feel for coverage. He stays disciplined as the deep safety, reads routes well, and breaks on the ball with confidence. There are several plays with pass breakups and interceptions that showcase those traits in Stennett's highlights. He also stands out with his awareness, repeatedly sniffing out screen plays and beating blocks to limit gains or create losses. Stennett looks really comfortable coming downhill and tackles with good form, especially against the run. His instincts and play recognition stand out to me.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->