Elite EDGE Rushers at Top of 2028 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone Illinois has released the latest edition of the 2028 Rankings.  Here is the best of the best at the EDGE position in the Illinois 2028 class!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1052814"],"_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-69a34b3a0284a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McGee is the best player in the class and it's not really close. He is the best prospect regardless of class in Illinois. As a sophomore on a defensive line featuring two other P4 studs he had 54 tackles, 10.5 sacks, 9 PBU, 20 QB pressures 21 TFL, 2 fumbles recovered, and 1 forced fumble.  He is an absolute freak show!  McGee is an explosive pass rusher that has such an advanced feel already at a young age.  The burst off the line along with use of his hands, power, and bend is next level.  Can also win inside with power moves.  Up and over move.  Elite use of his hands and advanced pass rush repertoire.  Wrecked the 7A state championship game completely controlling the game.  Lives in the backfield vs the run crashing down the line and making plays.  Gets off blocks so well before making the tackle.  Speed to the ball is out of this world.  Can also drop back in coverage showing fluidness and instincts.  We could go on for days!  You get the point!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["975570"],"_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-69a34b3a028ca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Prescott is a big time pass rusher that had 65 tackles, 14 TFL, 8 PBU, 3 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, 5 sacks, 26 quarterback pressures, and 2 blocked kicks this past year.  Long and rangy defensive end with all the physical tools.  His quickness off the snap is super impressive.  Runs so well sideline to sideline bring down opponents in the run game.  Love the bend and speed off the edge getting to the QB.  His instincts are top notch along with his physical tools make him an elite prospect.  High-motor player that fights through doubles.  Always has his hands up making it difficult to throw around.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1570778"],"_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-69a34b3a0291d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Powerful edge rusher at 6'5" that has major pop with his hands.  Bully as a physical bull rusher that overwhelms offensive tackles.  Runs well in space and plays with a high-motor.  Gets off blocks and pursues in the backfield.  Explosive first step off the line.  He really pops on film and best football is ahead of him!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140190"],"_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-69a34b3a0296e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lewandowski goes 6'3" and 230 pounds.  He is like a rocket coming off the edge with his burst and acceleration.  Speed and bend getting around the edge after the passer.  Can also use power with his hands on bull rushes throwing opponents aside.  Big time upside here!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1682055"],"_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-69a34b3a029bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Well built defensive end that closes with major acceleration to the QB.  Combination of speed and power as an edge rusher.  Plays the run well being disciplined and taking sound angles.  Impactful TFLs getting off blocks with nice use of hands.  Physical player at the point of attack who can set the edge. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1688633"],"_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-69a34b3a02a08"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The size and length at 6'6" jump off the film with this edge player.  Plays the run well and can really get after the passer when standing up on the outside. Quickness off the snap and has his hands up to bat down passes.  Accelerates to the passer.  Projectable prospect that is a good athlete who plays both the pass and run well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140204"],"_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-69a34b3a02a55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Nazareth edge rusher goes about 6'1" 225 pounds.  Sound player technically that lives in the backfield.  Can also slide in and play DT in a nascar package.  Crashes down the line vs the run.  Impactful pass rusher that does it standing up and with hand in dirt.  Burst to the QB and brings down the passer with big time force.  Like how he tackles low wrapping up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1663038"],"_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-69a34b3a02aa0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This past season St. Patrick edge racked up 63 tackles, 25 TFL/Sacks, and 2 forced fumbles.  Plays the run well with his use of angles, hands, and strength.  Plus athlete that blows up things in the backfield.  Runs very well to the ball.  Good burst off the line.  Can play with hand in dirt or standing up. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1578648"],"_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-69a34b3a02aec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kole is a 6'2" edge player that racked up 7 sacks, 8 TFL, and 46 tackles as a sophomore.  Makes plays vs the run hitting the back before he can even get going.  Brings the juice with his tackling and pass rushing.  Sheds lineman pretty easily and attacks the back like he is a linebacker slicing through the line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->