2028 MD Rankings: Need to Know New Prospects outside Top 100

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I take a look at some of the new prospects to the 28 rankings who are need to know players for this spring/summer cycle and into next fall. These are all prospect who fall outside the Top 100 of the recent rankings, but are still primed for impactful years and could easily see themselves jump into the Top 100 with strong summers &amp; junior seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2134394"],"_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-69c2be0a50e6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Caleb is a player who was a big part of Magruder's success this past fall. He had a break out season and ended up being named team MVP. In 2025 Caleb rushed for 1311 yds, 5 TD, on 218 carries for 6.01 YPC. A nice combination of speed/burst and power. Caleb will hit the hole with explosiveness and accelerate past defenders, but is not shy of running through them and lowering his shoulder as well. He will fight for yards and run behind his pads. Caleb also shows nice patience and nimble feet at the LOS. He can find space and wait for the right lane to hit, making defenders miss with jump cuts and changes of speed to mess with their angles. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A RB poised to have another huge year next fall and take on an even bigger role in the Magruder offense. Look for Caleb to turn heads next fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2134522"],"_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-69c2be0a50fa4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jordan is part of a strong and deep 2028 group out of Northern HS (MD). At 6'2" 220lbs he's got nice size already as a sophomore for an ILB. First thing you notice about Watts game is he plays fast &amp; physical! Flying around the field and getting downhill quickly to fill gaps and stuff the RB. Jordan is a thumper who can take on blockers and stop ball carriers in their tracks. Jordan shows agile feet, being able to scrape quickly and fluid movement to get through the trash to find the ball quickly. With smooth hips as well, he can change direction and burst, and turn &amp; run to drop into coverage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A LB who should be an all area player for his position next fall. Look for Jordan to be a player who starts to get on college boards this summer and can easily see him being an offer kid after his Jr. season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/5Ju5j1KxEe">https://t.co/5Ju5j1KxEe</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2134522' first='Jordan' last='Watts'] (@JordanWatt52045) <a href="https://twitter.com/JordanWatt52045/status/2023186709442404723?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2089354"],"_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-69c2be0a51029"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lineman with tons of potential and one I need to get eyes on this spring. Matthew could see a strong rise in future rankings if he continues on the path he is on after his soph. season. At 6'2"+ and a thick 285lbs he is looking the part at OG. Strong and athletic Matt gets it done in a variety of ways. A natural knee bender, who shows nice pop off the snap. Matthew's got nice quick, agile feet. Able to skip pull, get up the 2nd level and out in space and comes with force. He's got a nice strong base and can sink &amp; anchor while showing a strong initial punch. To go along with his athleticism &amp; good feet, Matt plays with good strength, physicality, and nastiness. He will engage, run his feet and bury defenders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Matt is strong in both run and pass blocking, with a nice combo of strength and athleticism. One for the future and can see him having a dominate junior year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Highlight film from this year only a sophomore 6&#039;2 285 <a href="https://t.co/C3KgruAms0">https://t.co/C3KgruAms0</a><br>O sacks let up this season !!!! 🚨 <a href="https://t.co/kuTHa5Qu31">pic.twitter.com/kuTHa5Qu31</a></p>&mdash; Matthew Stanley (@MattStanley54) <a href="https://twitter.com/MattStanley54/status/1992061925610684419?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2136166"],"_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-69c2be0a510a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Anai comes in jut outside the top 100 and part of a loaded 28 DB class. He is a DB who has positional versatility, able to play CB or at FS. Coming in at a verified 5'10" and an plus wingspan for his HT at 71". You always look for plus length in your DBs and he is someone who plays bigger than his size on the field as well. Anai plays with rapid feet and oily hips. Able to change direction quickly, turn and &amp; run to go attack the ball. He has a nose for the ball and is a strong leaper as well. He plays the ball well in the air will go up and high point it for the INT. Anai plays with good instincts and play recognition skills. He identifies and is quick to the ball in both pass coverage &amp; run support. In said run support, he is not one who is shy of contact by any means. Anain will run the alley, come down hill and will hit like a ton a bricks on the ball carrier. Playing with nice intensity and strong tackle mechanics, offense players need to have their head on a swivel around Day. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is a lot to like in Anai's game and look for him to take it up a notch his junior year. As he continues to develop his frame and skill set - Anai has the ability to be a DB offenses fear and make sure to keep the ball away from. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Check out my Sophmore season highlights!!<a href="https://t.co/njyEaW1fHf">https://t.co/njyEaW1fHf</a><br><br>32 Tackles (25 solo)<br>2 Interceptions<br>2 Pass breakups<br>1 Forced Fumble<a href="https://twitter.com/Dylinj_19?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Dylinj_19</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DJHitaffer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DJHitaffer</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/karter_pack?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@karter_pack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/OneTom24?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OneTom24</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MasonJohnsonm6?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MasonJohnsonm6</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/LukeFrayer10?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LukeFrayer10</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NPCoachZim?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NPCoachZim</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/tdhald?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tdhald</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneMD?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneMD</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NationalPrepsFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NationalPrepsFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/knipe_jack?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@knipe_jack</a> <a href="https://t.co/Fb0GfeB9iB">pic.twitter.com/Fb0GfeB9iB</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2136166' first='Anai' last='Day'] (@anai11day) <a href="https://twitter.com/anai11day/status/1987599295776690509?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2134526"],"_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-69c2be0a5111a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The #1 Ranked TE currently in the 28 rankings, Dominic is an under the radar gem of a prospect with a high ceiling. With an ideal size and frame standing 6'4" with a lean athletic build. Dominic fits the profile for a split out TE. Able to work the flats, up the seam and across the middle. Dominic uses his frame well to make himself open and is capable of getting solid YAC. He shows strong hands, going up and snatching the ball out of the air and consistently catching the ball away from his body. Dominic is an athletic TE who shows solid route running and playmaking ability. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I look to see how he develops and take his game to the next level this fall. With his potential he could pop an become an offer prospect who solidifies himself as the top 28 TE. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2137343"],"_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-69c2be0a51193"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A do it all playmaker for Carver Vo-Tech, Christian had a stand out sophomore season and is primed to be a breakout star next fall. Putting up 860yds and 8 TDs on 50 catches for a 17.2 avg. per catch. Christian is a receiver who is able to get over top the defense and stretch the field. A big time playmaker who makes big catches. Christian shows natural hands and the ability to go up and make the difficult &amp; win 50/50 balls. I really like Christian's big play ability as he can win by getting YAC for big gains or just going deep and winning with his speed and ball skills. A strong route runner as well, Christian can stick his foot in the ground and know who to you hesitation and body movements to throw the DB on their heels and create separation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Really like the talent, size, and playmaking ability Christian shows. Another strong year and you can see his name shows up on college boards as well as poised to make a jump in the rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sophomore full season film!!<a href="https://t.co/uEGdNEM4cK">https://t.co/uEGdNEM4cK</a><br><br>Carver Vo-Tech Bears || Class of 2028 || ATH || Game changer 🙏🏾 || 195lbs || 3.3 gpa || 443-590-6172 || christianbryant555@gmail.com<br><br>Baltimore,MD 📍📍 <a href="https://t.co/MvDEnpaxJC">pic.twitter.com/MvDEnpaxJC</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2137343' first='Christian' last='Bryant'] (@thechosen1is5) <a href="https://twitter.com/thechosen1is5/status/1993131913645855128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->