Scouting Report: 5 Unranked 2028 Prospects Making Noise on Tape

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2117094"],"_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-69c449f439988"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2117094' first='Justin' last='Wheeler'] is an elite athlete in the 2028 class. He played as a running back, quarterback, returner (kickoff returner/punt returner), and defensive back. On offense, he was a one-man wrecking crew. He can score anytime he touches the ball. He is that good of an athlete. He has speed, vision, and toughness you want from a runner. Once he gets in the open field, he is off to the races. As a quarterback, he was used a ton as a runner, but he can also throw the ball well. He delivers a good ball on time. His mechanics and footwork are good, but this is an area he could improve in. Then his ability to run makes him extremely difficult to stop. Then you add a top playmaker at defensive back, and you've got an unstoppable athlete. Wheeler is a talented player who has two more years to play well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2025 Sophomore Season Highlights Offense<br>- 3rd in PA – Total Return Yards<br>- All-State KR/PR<br>- QB/RB<br>- 1,412 Passing Yds<br>- 68.2% Completion <br>- 9 Passing TDs <br>- 793 Rushing Yds <br>- 7.3 YPC<br>- 4 Rushing TDs <br>Defense<br>- 56 Total Tackles <a href="https://t.co/cCCv5gycTw">https://t.co/cCCv5gycTw</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2117094' first='Justin' last='Wheeler'] (@JWheelerftbl) <a href="https://twitter.com/JWheelerftbl/status/2016202721888501925?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2060339"],"_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-69c449f439a64"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2060339' first='Wyatt' last='Murrell'] has some limited film from last season, but you see the talent is real with him. He is a good athlete who explodes off the ball. As a wide receiver, he shows a good ability to catch the ball in difficult spots. On one play, I saw him catch a sideline pass when two defenders were running after him. He also shows a good ability to make defenders miss in the open field. Then, as an edge defender, he has some good pass-rushing ability on his film. Murrell should be an even bigger contributor this season for Bonner-Prendie. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Working on my route running and deep ball tracking and catching🙌🏾🙌🏾 Ran 40 yard dash clocked in at a 4.8⏱️ Upcoming Junior 📶<br>6'1 | 165 | 75” inch wingspan | Wide Receiver/ Defensive End | 3.4 GPA | Class of 2028 |<a href="https://twitter.com/MBAP_Football?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MBAP_Football</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzonePA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzonePA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PaFootballNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PaFootballNews</a> <a href="https://t.co/HvEmLoDAbX">pic.twitter.com/HvEmLoDAbX</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2060339' first='Wyatt' last='Murrell'] (@WyattMurrell_28) <a href="https://twitter.com/WyattMurrell_28/status/2033378406318891359?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2158034"],"_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-69c449f439b44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2158034' first='Nehemiah' last='Jones'] showed some solid ability last season as a wide receiver. His ability to catch the ball and make defenders miss in the open field was excellent. He also made an impact on special teams as he played as a gunner on the punt team. On these plays, you see his athleticism and speed when he goes downfield and makes plays. Jones should be able to contribute more next season for Bonner-Prendie as a wide receiver. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2158040"],"_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-69c449f439c2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2158040' first='Declan' last='Peterson'] is an excellent two-way lineman for Bishop Guifoyle. He played as a defensive lineman, where he dominated offensive linemen. His ability to rip through offensive linemen and attack them is impressive. He also shows a good closing speed. He is hard to move off his spot as well. Then, as an offensive tackle, he shows a good ability to drive defenders off the ball. He is a good combination of size (6'2"), strength, and athleticism you want from an offensive and defensive lineman. Peterson also has the skills to play better next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2025 Sophomore Season Highlights<br>-All State DT<br>-All Conference DT<br>-All Conference OT<br>Defense <br>-116 Tackles <br>Offense <br>-18 Pancake Block <a href="https://t.co/MxeTF2fTTw">pic.twitter.com/MxeTF2fTTw</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2158040' first='Declan' last='Peterson'] (@declanpete72) <a href="https://twitter.com/declanpete72/status/2018511897260372127?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 3, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1579774"],"_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-69c449f439d0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1579774' first='Chris' last='Jaquay'] is a good athlete who played inside linebacker last season. He was undersized for the position, but he made up for it with his speed and athleticism. He looked good on film at reading the plays, running around, and making tackles. His defensive back skills allowed him to play well in space. As he dropped in pass coverage well and made some pass breakups. He also showed a good ability to tackle in the open field. Jaquay could return as an inside linebacker, but he is probably best suited as an outside linebacker or as a safety on defense. He is a highly skilled player, though. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sophomore Season <br>4@ Starter Middle Linebacker <br>60 + tackles <a href="https://twitter.com/RinggoldFball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RinggoldFball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PAELITE7v7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PAELITE7v7</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BallHawkMedia1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BallHawkMedia1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMathis922?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMathis922</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheWPIALEdition?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheWPIALEdition</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ironcityselect?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ironcityselect</a> <a href="https://t.co/mJupjtVzw4">https://t.co/mJupjtVzw4</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1579774' first='Chris' last='Jaquay'] (@chrisjaquay1) <a href="https://twitter.com/chrisjaquay1/status/1983333337478660376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->