March Update: 2027 Ranking Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The month of March brings seven-on-seven tournaments, recruiting visits, and ranking updates. Here are several prospects who moved up the rankings in this update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1669851' first='Samuel' last='Nelson']-Edge-Bryant-6'3” 220-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1669851' first='Samuel' last='Nelson'] is a player who is making headlines on the field as well as off the field. Nelson uses his speed to shed blocks and get into the opposing offensive backfield. He has the ability to pressure the opposing quarterback as well as help shut down the opponent's rushing attack. Nelson is a player to watch out for this offseason. He has the potential to explode from a recruiting perspective.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1189935' first='Reece' last='Simpson']-Quarterback-Joe T. Robinson-6'2” 185-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1189935' first='Reece' last='Simpson'] is a signal caller who continues to perform well in camps as well as practices. He is accurate to all areas of the field. Simpson has the arm strength to stretch the opposing secondary with the deep ball down the field. Meanwhile, Simpson has the accuracy to fit the football into tight coverages. He is a prospect who has the athletic ability to pick up yards on the ground using his legs. Simpson is a player to watch out for over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1278415' first='Will' last='Caston']-Linebacker-Fayetteville-6'2” 200-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278415' first='Will' last='Caston'] is a player to watch out for throughout the offseason. Caston has the speed to get sideline-to-sideline in pursuit of the ball carrier. Caston reads the play well and gets to the ball carrier. Meanwhile, he does a great job of completely disrupting the opposing offensive backfield. He helps shut down the run as well as the pass. Caston is a player with the potential to have a big offseason for the Bulldogs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1644049' first='Henry' last='Frazier']-Offensive Line/Defensive Line-Rogers-6'4” 280-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One prospect on the offensive line to watch out for over the next few months is [player_tooltip player_id='1644049' first='Henry' last='Frazier']. Frazier plays with a chip on his shoulder. He uses his hands well to redirect opposing pass rushers. Meanwhile, Frazier finishes his blocks when helping open rushing lanes. The Rogers offensive lineman is a player with the potential to have an impressive season on the camp circuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1586103' first='Eli' last='Thornton']-Defensive Line-Valley View-6'4” 300-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Valley View defensive lineman is a player who can get into the opposing offensive backfield with ease. Thornton does a great job of plug up rushing lanes. Meanwhile, he has the combination of speed and power to consistently get into the offensive backfield. Thornton is the type of player who does not give up on a play. He is a player to watch out for over the next few months as the offseason heats up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->