Four Illinois ATHs to Know in the Class of 2028
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<p>The athlete position continues to be one of the more intriguing groups in the Class of 2028. These players may not yet have a defined positional home, but their versatility, movement skills, and competitive traits give them multiple pathways as they develop. The following four prospects stand out as true athletes worth monitoring closely.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1605377' first='Nathaniel' last='Osayande'] | ATH | Evanston Township</strong><br>Osayande brings a compact, physical build with the strength to handle contact and the athleticism to move in space. He shows comfort playing fast and attacking downhill, while still possessing enough fluidity to hold his own in open-field situations. As his long-term role becomes clearer, his physical profile gives him real two-way potential.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1626303' first='Tammaris' last='Jones'] | ATH | Fenwick</strong><br>Jones is a quick, flexible athlete who shows natural movement skills on film. He plays with energy, accelerates well, and has the type of body control that allows him to adapt to different roles. Once his positional identity is locked in, his athletic base gives him room to grow into a productive contributor.</p>
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<p><strong>Zimbalist Griffin | ATH | Dyett</strong><br>Griffin is still developing physically, but the athletic foundation is evident. He moves easily, shows good change of direction, and plays with confidence. As his frame fills out, his versatility becomes more valuable, particularly for programs looking to mold athletes into specific roles over time.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2080597' first='Gavin' last='Ciesiun'] | ATH | Lincoln-Way Central</strong><br>Ciesiun offers one of the more intriguing blends of size and flexibility in this group. At 6-foot-1, 180 pounds, he already looks the part physically and moves well for his frame. His academic profile only adds to his appeal, and his ability to fit multiple positional paths makes him a strong developmental prospect.</p>
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The athlete position continues to be one of the more intriguing groups in the Class of 2028. These players may not yet have a defined positional home, but their versatility, movement skills, and competitive traits give them multiple pathways as they develop. The following four prospects stand out as true athletes worth monitoring closely.
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