2029 Rankings Update: Top New Additions

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I take a look at some of top highest ranked new prospects making their debut to the recent 2029 MD rankings. These prospects all had standout freshman years and should be main stays at the tops of rankings in the future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1917446"],"_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-69c9e1bfcad93"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">DJ makes a very strong debut as the #5 overall prospect in the class and #2 Edge player. He shows dynamic burst &amp; bend of the snap, able to get to the Q quickly. A nice athlete with size and length, DJ has fluid hips and runs like a deer. Showing a high football IQ, able to read the play and flatten down the line to get the ball or hold the edge and win at the POA. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Already holding offers from Penn St, Vtech, MD, LSU and South Carolina, he has shown he is a P4 player. While also having a ton of potential in his game still as he develops and gets stronger. I expect DJ to really take off next fall and make a strong case to rise again in the rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thankful for the opportunity to attend <a href="https://twitter.com/PennStateFball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PennStateFball</a> spring practice. I enjoyed learning more about the program and culture. Grateful for the experience. Thank you<a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMC_PSU?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMC_PSU</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Broom?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Broom</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSmith_9?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSmith_9</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DPcoachfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DPcoachfootball</a><a href="https://twitter.com/PennStateFball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PennStateFball</a><a href="https://twitter.com/georgiedigital?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@georgiedigital</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GonzagaTDC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GonzagaTDC</a>… <a href="https://t.co/QRh9tz6ULI">pic.twitter.com/QRh9tz6ULI</a></p>&mdash; Derrick (DJ) Dockery (@DJDockery14) <a href="https://twitter.com/DJDockery14/status/2038063112071295390?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 29, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2160183"],"_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-69c9e1bfcae0e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">TJ comes in just outside the top 10 overall but is the #1 overall rated WR in the class. A player with great size for the position standing 6'3". He is also big time athlete who also plays basketball &amp; runs track and has a reported 9'3" SBJ. A smooth, fluid runner in his routes, TJ generates nice separation from defenders and is able to get open for big chunk plays. He also displays strong hands, goes up and attacks the ball in the air and snatches it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Recently picking up his first offer from South Florida, look for TJ to impress this summer camp season. I look forward to getting eyes on himself this spring season and can see him really taking off next fall and stamping himself as a top WR prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/OohKbw2QS5">https://t.co/OohKbw2QS5</a><br>Freshman varsity film is out!</p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2160183' first='TJ' last='Spinner'] (@TJSpinner) <a href="https://twitter.com/TJSpinner/status/2031466954058510716?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2160187"],"_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-69c9e1bfcae5a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Scott makes his debut as the #3 overall DL prospect and is a top 15 overall player in the class. The first thing that stands out about Scott is his build. He looks every bit the part on the hoof with an impressive frame and muscled up frame. That translates on the field as Nyambi plays with strength &amp; power while also flying around the field with ferocity and speed. He certainly has that dog in him. Scott is explosive and has excellent burst off the snap. Shows active hands, able to club, rip, bull rush, dip &amp; bend the edge. Overall he is an athletic DL prospect with a great motor who plays physical, aggressive and will lay a hit as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There may be some question as to what he ends up being down the line. Scott plays DE and DT and can even see him used at LB so as he develops and continues to add muscle to his frame his position of play could change. However colleges already have their eyes on Nyambi. He holds offers Maryland, Cuse, and South Carolina and I expect him to be name coaches get to know this spring. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Freshman Year Tape <a href="https://twitter.com/GRIFFbgriffin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GRIFFbgriffin</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/patward71?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@patward71</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachbyrd75?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachbyrd75</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/_coach_jamo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_coach_jamo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeWard71?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MikeWard71</a> <a href="https://t.co/RsTo85ibjz">https://t.co/RsTo85ibjz</a><br><br>38 tackles <br>11 tfls<br>8 sacks<br>3 forced fumbles <br>2 fumbles recoveries <a href="https://t.co/06LJuPXnYs">pic.twitter.com/06LJuPXnYs</a></p>&mdash; Scott Nyambi (@ScottNyambi) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottNyambi/status/1990973169445056572?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1272681"],"_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-69c9e1bfcaea1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Justin transfers to SFA by way of DePaul Catholic (NJ) and makes his 2029 ranking debut as one of the top QBs. I was able to get eyes on him earlier this fall when he was at DePaul Catholic and he is every bit 6'3"+ with a long lean frame that will fill out nicely. Justin showcases a strong arm &amp; is a good athlete. He can push it down the field let it rip with great velocity. Justin also possesses good mobility, able to extend the play and can run for yards. He is also the son of Former UMD &amp; Chargers LB Shawne Merriman so he has great pedigree. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A player with tons of potential I can't wait to see more of in the future. Justin has the tools to be a 4/5 star level QB and a possible National Recruit down the line. Colleges have taken notice of that as well - Justin already holds 5 total offers, three of which being P4 offers from Cuse, UMD and BC. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Blessed to finish my freshmen season! Excited to share my full season highlights🎥 <a href="https://twitter.com/shawnemerriman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shawnemerriman</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/dpfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@dpfootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachCamp01?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachCamp01</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Tonyrazz03?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Tonyrazz03</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/QBC_NJ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@QBC_NJ</a> <a href="https://t.co/vkRMm0VzWj">https://t.co/vkRMm0VzWj</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1272681' first='Justin' last='Merriman'] QB 2029 (@JustinMerr12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JustinMerr12/status/1984716868670886003?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2160203"],"_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-69c9e1bfcaee6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Casime makes his rankings debut as the #4 overall edge rusher and the #15 overall player. He is a player with superb length, wide shoulder frame that will fill out with great muscle. Currently best as a stand up edge rusher, he has great get off and is always in the back field making plays. Fast and twitchy, Casime covers ground and runs all over the field. He comes with force, is a strong tackler and comes downhill with intentions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>His frame and build is the prototype size colleges want to see in an edge defender to develop. That is why he hols offers from Syracuse, South Carolina, Penn State and LSU already. I can see Caime easily being a 220lbs+ player before next fall and continuing his upwards trend of being a big time disruptor on SJC's defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Freshmen Year Film!<br>Tackles 30+<br>sacks 15+<br>tackle for loss 20+<br>forced fumbles 3<br>fumble recovery 2<br>touchdown 1<a href="https://twitter.com/coachbyrd75?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachbyrd75</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GRIFFbgriffin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GRIFFbgriffin</a> @<a href="https://t.co/3lhq5k7DSF">https://t.co/3lhq5k7DSF</a></p>&mdash; Casime harris (@Casimeharrisjr) <a href="https://twitter.com/Casimeharrisjr/status/2001315405525106910?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1965751"],"_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-69c9e1bfcaf28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Abi is a freshman who came on real strong this past fall, racking up 1,316 yards and 13 TD s, earning 1st team All-Conference and All-County for Fallston. That is why he makes his debut as the #1 overall RB in these recent 2029 rankings update. Abi shows nice burst through the LOS. Can stick &amp; go with good lateral movement, and able to stop &amp; go quickly. He is also effective as a passing option out of the backfield. Abi runs with nice balance, vision and cut back ability to daylight with good overall top speed. He has a reported 4.6 40, 225 bench, 400 squat already as a freshman. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I can see Abi being a Stud for Fallston going forward and continuing to rack up the yards. He has P4 Potential and should be one to start getting on colleges radars this summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/TbRNcnM71Q">https://t.co/TbRNcnM71Q</a><br><br>1st Team All-Region, All-County &amp; All-Conference. Unreal athleticism and raw natural talent, ELITE level burst and balance, weight room freak. Coaches get C/O &#039;29 <a href="https://twitter.com/AbiArchibong?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AbiArchibong</a> on your board NOW!!</p>&mdash; Derrick Krumholtz (@CoachKrum27) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachKrum27/status/2032151526404223483?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->