STOCK RISERS: 2027 Defenders See Recruitment Pick Up

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These promising 2027 defenders are seeing new offers come their way...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2119005"],"_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-6980ec6375420"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A max-effort defender from outside of Athens with his best football still way ahead of him, Pollack brings good size at 6-foot-3 220-pounds with explosive physical traits. He plays hard, runs well, and knows how to chase down the ball-carrier. He's an active defender who can set the edge and really make things difficult for opposing linemen. He's well-coached and has a natural feel for the position, playing with good leverage to shed blacks and attack the ball-carrier. His recruitment is on the rise and he should see a new ranking in the next 2027 Prep Redzone update down the road.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["810115"],"_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-6980ec63754be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An instinctive, hard-hitting defender south of Atlanta who should continue to see his recruitment pick up, Robinson is a versatile, sure-tackling defender who has a nose for the ball. He plays fast, shoots the gaps between the tackles, and knows how to deliver a physical hit on the ball-carrier. He takes good angles to the play, wraps up properly, and has a knack for finding his way into the backfield. He's one of the top returning 2027 linebackers in the region bound for a really impressive senior season in 2026. A former "watch list" player, Robinson will be an easy addition to the next 2027 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["531965"],"_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-6980ec6375572"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A two-way player on the rise at North Clayton who can help at both running back and in the secondary, White is a ball-hawking defensive back who has no problem baiting the quarterback into making a bad throw. He plays the ball well, shows above-average instincts in coverage and recently earned a D1 offer from the Liberty Flames. He brings some muscle on a 5-foot-11 185-pound frame and is likely in store for a really strong senior season. Ranked as the No. 8 overall athlete in the state, White is coming off an impressive junior season for Spalding where he made plays both against the run and in coverage throughout the season. Don't be surprised if more offers start coming his way this spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["942230"],"_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-6980ef28ee5ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A playmaking cornerback for the mighty Buford Wolves, Nuckles gave the state-champions a reliable cover corner who can read the quarterback and make a big play on the football. He's smart, instinctive, and knows how to put himself in a position to make a big play. He covered some outstanding wide receivers all year long and more than held his own as the Wolves, led by their defense, went on to an undefeated season last fall. As a junior, Nuckles made 44 tackles, four INTs and broke up seven more passes. His recruitment is soaring and he's right in the middle of it, along with a big bump in the next updated 2027 Prep Redzone rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1695813"],"_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-698208c2d0995"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A playmaking machine in the secondary with elite length on the perimeter, Millington is a two-way player who shines in coverage last year for North Oconee due to his outstanding 6-foot-4 180-pound frame, twitch, dependable hands and big-play potential on defense. He reacts quickly to the pass and has no problem wrapping up the ball-carrier securely in space. This fast-rising athlete made 62 tackles last season with 14 pass-breakups, three INTs and two defensive touchdowns while helping out at wide receiver. He's one of the top returning defensive backs in the region bound for a big boost in the next Prep Redzone rankings update this spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->