STOCK RISERS: 2027 EDGE Defenders See Rankings Boost

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2027 EDGE defenders saw a rankings boost in the latest Prep Redzone update...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2135473"],"_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-69b95e1f10543"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the biggest risers across the 2028 class came from a dynamic defender in South Fulton, Cox, one of the top returning pass-rushers and overall defenders in the region, has seen his stock and overall recruitment take off after a giant junior season where he causes consistent pressure on the quarterback. He's physically gifted at 6-foot-5 230-pounds who made four sacks and 35 tackles in eight games. He's now made a big jump as the No. 8 EDGE defender in the state and should continue to see more Power Four offers come his way over time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2143618"],"_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-69b95e1f105c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A dynamic EDGE defender in the metro-Atlanta who can play all over the defensive line, Ward is a quick, athletic defender with plenty of size and length at 6-foot-4 140-pounds. The physically imposing defender has a lot of potential and deserved to climb the rankings, now coming in as the No. 13 EDGE defender in the state. He brings easy D1-caliber talent and has the production to back it up. The Atlanta-area defender made 45 total tackles, seven TFLs and nine sacks. Look for his play and production to only improve in 2026 as a senior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2133132"],"_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-69b95e1f10621"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top sleeper EDGE defenders in Gwinnett County, [player_tooltip player_id='2133132' first='Tyler' last='Younger'] was an easy addition to the 2027 Prep Redzone rankings due to his potential as a pass rusher at the division one level. At 6'5, 224 pounds, the two-way stand out for Greater Atlanta Christian brought a physical presence defensively using his length to disengage from opposing offensive linemen. He's a promising run-defender who plays hard and has the potential to get after the quarterback ass season long in 2026. He's now ranked as the No. 14 EDGE defender in the state for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2105311"],"_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-69b98320a744c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A playmaking EDGE defender in Atlanta who plays hard and knows how to wrap up the ball-carrier in the backfield, Wilson is quick of the snap and brings plenty of size and power to the Woodward defensive line. At 6-foot-3 230-pounds, Wilson one one of the bigger and more productive EDGE defenders returning for next season. Wilson is now ranked as the No. 17 EDGE defender in Georgia for the 2027 class after a strong junior season where he made 36 tackles, 19 TFLs and 10 sacks. He shows easy D1-caliber talent and will be tough to block next fall as a senior. With a big off-season, look for Wilson's stock to only rise more and more over time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2119005"],"_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-69b98320a74b0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A max-effort outside linebacker with above-average athleticism in a 6-foot-3 220-pound frame, Pollack is an instinctive defender who plays hard and knows how to create chaos in the backfield. He's tough to block, closes quickly on the ball-carrier, and is one of the top returning outside linebackers in the region for next season. A hybrid athlete who can also help at tight end on offense, Pollack earned a new ranking in the latest Prep Redzone update after a strong 2025 season. He currently holds offers from East Carolina, Wake Forest, Cincinnati, among others. Look for Pollack to have a gigantic senior season in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->