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Why these ’28s are “High Upside”

Why these ’28s are “High Upside”
Alex Pallone
Alex Pallone January 12, 2026 @ 06:00 PM
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Dylan Volpe
Dylan Volpe 6'2" | 258 lbs | DL/EDGE | 2028
MI
Cameron Sims
Cameron Sims 6'2" | 225 lbs | DL/TE | 2028
MI
Elijah Willis
Elijah Willis 6'3" | 265 lbs | OL | 2028
MI
Antijuan Wilkes
Antijuan Wilkes 6'4" | 258 lbs | OL/DL | 2028
MI
Jerrimiah Cross
Jerrimiah Cross 6'1" | 170 lbs | WR | 2028
MI
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In order to play Power 4 football, you typically need to have elite upside. That looks different for every position. For example, at, QB, colleges typically prefer you to be over 6'0", have a big arm, and be able to be a dual-threat in high school (among other traits). All prospects in this article have a few traits that make them super high-upside prospects. View those traits below. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158798"],"_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-69658b3244cd3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Biggest Strengths</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Ideal size, frame, and strength for his age. Far above the norm in all three categories. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Amazing track record of elite college talent coming out of Cass Tech. Highly confident that Wilkes will continue to develop.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Very good anchor. Knows how to use his strength to his advantage. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Faces elite competition on a weekly basis. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Extremely firm grip. Does an excellent job sticking onto his blocks in the run and pass game.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A good athlete. Far above most other 6'7" offensive linemen. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Projection: Power 4 Offensive Tackle</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1381945"],"_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-69658b3244d6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Biggest Strengths </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Great burst and able to close space quickly; extremely important on the defensive line. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Showcases good bend on tape. Able to get low and rip through his blocks without sacrificing speed or balance. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Physical. Able to blow up pulling guards. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Able to stay anchored in the run game. Defends his adjeacent gaps well. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>College Projection: Varies. I could see Cameron developing into any position on the front 7. Most likely, a 5 technique. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["977483"],"_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-69658b3244dea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Biggest Strengths </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>An impeccable skillset last year as a freshman, and an amazing youth football career.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Catches with hands; able to consistently win "50-50" balls</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Incredibly physical. Able to shake off tacklers with relative ease. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Much more fluid athlete when compared to other young WRs with P4 offers. Moves extremely well for his size.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Has flashed as a route runner. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Working with SMSB, and just transferred to OLSM. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Projection: Power 4 "X" WR. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1167235"],"_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-69658b3244e5f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Biggest Strengths </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Has a Power 4 mentality. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Incredibly physical, and he does a great job finishing his blocks. Elijah is not a "kind" run blocker. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Always keeps his feet moving in the run game. Never half-efforts reps, and easily pancakes lesser competition. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Firm grip and chopping feet allow Elijah to effectively turn defenders away from the play. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Plays with good leverage in the run game, and has a brutal initial punch. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Projection: Power 4 tackle or guard. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1681622"],"_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-69658b3244ec7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Biggest Strengths</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Extremely powerful. Able to bench-press opposing offensive linemen. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Flashes a quick getoff. When the snap is timed up, Dylan closes space extremely quickly. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Moments of good bend. Able to get skinny, and able to get low to the ground without sacrificing balance. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Promising size. Already starting to fill out his frame. Elite potential in the size department. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Projection: G5 or P4 3-technique. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

In order to play Power 4 football, you typically need to have elite upside. That looks different for every position. For example, at, QB, colleges typically prefer you to be over 6'0", have a big arm, and be able to be a dual-threat in high school (among other traits). All prospects in this article have a few traits that make them super high-upside prospects. View those traits below.

Antijuan Wilkes

Antijuan Wilkes

MI
OL/DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 258
POS OL/DL
CLASS 2028
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Antijuan
Wilkes OL/DL
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
Weight
258
HS
Cass Tech
|
MI
Why these ’28s are “High Upside”
Biggest Strengths Ideal size, frame, and strength for his age. Far above the norm in all three categories....
Written by Alex Pallone
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Antijuan Wilkes

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State: Michigan
School: Cass Tech
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Cameron Sims

Cameron Sims

MI
DL/TE
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 225
POS DL/TE
CLASS 2028
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Cameron
Sims DL/TE
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
225
HS
Muskegon
|
MI
Why these ’28s are “High Upside”
Biggest Strengths Great burst and able to close space quickly; extremely important on the defensive line. Showcases good...
Written by Alex Pallone
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Cameron Sims

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State: Michigan
School: Muskegon
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Jerrimiah Cross

Jerrimiah Cross

MI
WR
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 170
POS WR
CLASS 2028
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Jerrimiah
Cross WR
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
170
HS
River Rouge
|
MI
Why these ’28s are “High Upside”
Biggest Strengths An impeccable skillset last year as a freshman, and an amazing youth football career. Catches with...
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Jerrimiah Cross

State: Michigan
School: River Rouge
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Elijah Willis

Elijah Willis

MI
OL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 265
POS OL
CLASS 2028
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Elijah
Willis OL
Class
2028
Height
6'3"
Weight
265
HS
Detroit MLK
|
MI
Why these ’28s are “High Upside”
Biggest Strengths Has a Power 4 mentality. Incredibly physical, and he does a great job finishing his blocks....
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Elijah Willis

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State: Michigan
School: Detroit MLK
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Dylan Volpe

Dylan Volpe

MI
DL/EDGE
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 258
POS DL/EDGE
CLASS 2028
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Dylan
Volpe DL/EDGE
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
258
HS
Port Huron
|
MI
Why these ’28s are “High Upside”
Biggest Strengths Extremely powerful. Able to bench-press opposing offensive linemen. Flashes a quick getoff. When the snap is...
Written by Alex Pallone
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Dylan Volpe

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School: Port Huron
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