Under The Radar 2028 Linebackers To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2028 linebackers could have breakout seasons in 2026...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["723504"],"_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-695d3142bff56"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A gifted athlete who opened eyes every time he stepped on the field, Wynn is one of the top young prospects in the region who can play safety, running back, and anywhere else the staff wants to play him. He brings a natural feel for the game and shows strong instincts on defense. He tackles well, plays with physical toughness, and brings above-average athleticism. Easily one of the top defenders in the region, Wynn plays hard and was extremely productive last season as a sophomore, making 85 tackles, five forced fumbles, three TFLs, and seven pass-breakups. Don't be surprised if D1 offers come his way this off-season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2099348"],"_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-695d3142c0001"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An under-the-radar sophomore in Cumming, Rogers was a dependable two-way player all year long for a struggling South Forsyth team. The Eagles had a tough year, but Rogers certainly didn't. He's a max-effort player who gives everything he has every snap. He may not be the most physically gifted prospect, but he plays hard, competes, and was able to make plays all over the field last year. While helping out on offense, Rogers was able a consistent defender has he made 76 tackles, six TFLs, and one sack to go along with one forced fumble. He's one of the top returning defenders in the region bound for an even bigger 2026 season as a junior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055223"],"_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-695d3142c009c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile, playmaking linebacker who plays fast and knows how to tackle, Nunn shows great instincts, burst, and the ability to close quickly on the ball-carrier. He's active, disruptive, and one of the top 2028 linebackers in Walton County and the surrounding area. The promising defender is fresh off a strong sophomore season where he made 87 tackles, four TFLs, and one sack to go along with one INT, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries. As good as he was in 2025, Nunn has a chance to be one of the region's top defenders next fall as a junior if he continues to work hard and progress over the next eight months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2100092"],"_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-695d336c105dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A standout defender in Middle Georgia with a nose for the football, Smith brings that Peach County toughness to the table and consistently finds his way to the ball. An above-average athlete and one of the top 2028 defenders in the region, Smith plays fast, knows how to tackle, and should be in store for a breakout junior season for the Trojans in 2026. Defensively, Smith was a tackling machine last year as he made 75 total tackles with two sacks and three INTs. He's a complete defender who can help stop the run and make plays in coverage. His best football is ahead of him and he has a chance to see his recruitment pick up over the next several months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1091378"],"_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-695d5619dc5e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A tough North Georgia linebacker who knows how to hit behind his pads, Long plays fast, shows strong instincts against the run, and has no problem being physical. He takes on blocks, can fight them off, and shows impressive pursuit to the ball-carrier. One of the region's top 2028 defenders, Long is fresh off a consistent sophomore season where he made 69 tackles. He made at least eight tackles in five games last year and should be even better as a junior in 2026. He flashed easy D1 potential last year and could be one of the top linebackers in North Georgia for the 2028 class with another strong season next fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->