NEW ADDITIONS: Small-Town DLs Added To Prep Redzone Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These impressive defensive linemen were added to the latest 2027 Prep Redzone rankings...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1686375"],"_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-69b81cca07acf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A dominant defensive tackle up in North Georgia, Alexander lived in the backfield all season long as a sophomore, bullying opposing linemen with ease as he made play after play behind the line of scrimmage. The quick 6-foot-3 270-pounder was a force every week, making 36 tackles and 18 TFLs on the season. The playmaking defender also consistently chased down the quarterback with 13 sacks. As a junior, Alexander should be even better with the potential to be one of the very best in Georgia. According to Prep Redzone, he's already making that move, now ranked as the No. 4 DL prospect in Georgia for the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2124379"],"_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-69b84da313b23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another North Georgia defensive lineman who was an easy addition to the latest rankings update, Burtch is a physically-imposing lineman with length and above-average athleticism at 6-foot-4 270-pounds. The small-town lineman fires off the snap and uses his strong hands to fight off blocks and make a big play in the backfield. The Northeast Georgia native was one of the best defenders in the region last year and saw some respectable offers come his way this winter. Now the Carnesville native is ranked as the No. 22 DL prospect in Georgia for the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2131183"],"_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-69b856f5d018d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A small-town defensive end from Lyons, Frazier is a strong and tough defender from rural Georgia who showed easy Power Four potential last season. Playing alongside several other D1-caliber defenders at Toombs County, Frazier was a consistent, impact defender in the trenches who showed quick, violent hands to shed blocks and find the ball-carrier. He can embarrass opposing linemen who don't bring prper technique and has the ability to blow up any particular play in the backfield. Not only was the promising 6-foot-5 260-pounder added to the latest update, but he debuts as the No. 25 DL prospect in the state for his class</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2128364"],"_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-69b856f5d01ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more underrated defensive linemen in West Georgia, this Troup County defensive tackle showed impressive quickness and pursuit last year as a junior and ended the season with a respectable 49 tackles, 10 TFLs and seven sacks. He plays hard, plays with good leverage, lower body strength and the potential to have a giant senior season in 2026. At 6-foot-2 270-pounds, Johnson fires off the snap and has enough strength to consistently make an impact between the tackles. He's one of the top returning pass-rushers in the region and is now ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 37 DL prospect in the country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2124344"],"_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-69b859094619b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A strong, quick-reacting defensive tackle with a lengthy frame and a consistent motor, Owens was an easy addition after showing he can push the pocket backwards while creating havoc in the backfield. He can rush the quarterback from the inside and close the running lanes between the tackles. He brings a strong 6-foot-3 265-pound frame and showed last season he's good enough to play at the D1-level. Now, Owens is ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 35 DL prospect in the state for the 2027 class after an impressive junior season where he made 55 tackles and three sacks to go along with one fumble recovery and another forced fumble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->