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Four 2028 New Additions You Should Know

Four 2028 New Additions You Should Know
Cory Lemer
Cory Lemer April 7, 2026 @ 09:08 AM
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Shaye Sykes
Shaye Sykes 5'9" | 158 lbs | DB | 2028
NY
Evan Johnson
Evan Johnson 5'10" | 164 lbs | RB/DB | 2028
NY
Kavin Gailliard II
Kavin Gailliard II 6'1" | 285 lbs | OL/DL | 2028
NY
Aidan Cumberbatch
Aidan Cumberbatch 6'4" | 260 lbs | TE/DL | 2028
NY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">The Summer Reigonal Exposure Showcases are back, and New York has one on May 23rd. Other states will also host events. If you want to attend, use this code</span><strong style="white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">&nbsp;CoryLemer10</strong><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">, for a few dollars off your registration.&nbsp;</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">Want to stay updated with the latest news and articles from Prep Redzone NY? Follow me on Twitter&nbsp;</span><strong style="white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)"><a href="https://x.com/PRZcory">PrzCory</a></strong><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">&nbsp;so you never miss a beat!</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 Class, will feature tons of new talent, with multiple positions adding over 20 new players. In this article we look at a few new players who will be featured in our 2028 Rankings who you should know. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2117944"],"_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-69d3bfe10535f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson is a player who was introduced to me during our winter showcase series. The Brentwood playmaker stands at 5'10" 165-Pounds, and displays a solid frame for the position. I do want to see him hit at least 180-Pounds, to help fill out his frame. Johnson is a quick athlete, who displayed exceptional footwork, along with a quick burst and good speed, allowing him to reach the second level with ease. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2045741"],"_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-69d3bfe1053c9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cumberbatch is a major threat on the football field. The Kennedy Catholic Playmaker, can play on both sides of the field, and makes his presence known as a TE, and DL. As a TE, he is an outstanding blocker, who is hard to tackle. He moves well for his frame, and showcases good hands and route running on the offensive side of the ball. As a DL, he uses strength, and good hand placement to stuff gaps, and make the pocket collapse. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2114072"],"_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-69d3bfe105416"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Albany High School Prospect, is a name that will easily see some college attention. Standing at 6'1" 275-Pounds, he displays a frame, that can see him playing on both sides of the ball. He is better on the offense, where he showcases good footwork, and moves well reaching the POA. I like his use of strength and leverage which allow him to drive back opposing lineman, and keep the pocket clean. On rush reps, he showcases the ability to create gaps across the line, and moves well without holding. Gailliard is a player to watch in Section Two this Season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2151385"],"_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-69d3bfe10545d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lastly we have DB [player_tooltip player_id='2151385' first='Shaye' last='Sykes']. The Chaminade playmaker had a breakout season at Safety for the Flyers, and has done well on the 7v7 circuit this offseason. Standing at 5'9" 160-Pounds, he has a solid frame for a DB, and should look to reach the 170-175-Pound mark to help fill out his frame. Sykes is a true ball hawk, who benefits from the ball coming his way. He has a high IQ, and reads an offense well, showing good instincts and body control, paired with high level footwork, and speed which allows him to make plays on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The Summer Reigonal Exposure Showcases are back, and New York has one on May 23rd. Other states will also host events. If you want to attend, use this code CoryLemer10, for a few dollars off your registration. 

Evan Johnson

Evan Johnson

HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 164
POS RB/DB
CLASS 2028
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Evan
Johnson RB/DB
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
164
HS
Brentwood
|
NY
Four 2028 New Additions You Should Know
Johnson is a player who was introduced to me during our winter showcase series. The Brentwood playmaker stands...
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State: New York
School: Brentwood
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Aidan Cumberbatch

Aidan Cumberbatch

HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 260
POS TE/DL
CLASS 2028
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Aidan
Cumberbatch TE/DL
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
Weight
260
HS
Kennedy Catholic
|
NY
Four 2028 New Additions You Should Know
Cumberbatch is a major threat on the football field. The Kennedy Catholic Playmaker, can play on both sides...
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Aidan Cumberbatch

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State: New York
School: Kennedy Catholic
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Kavin Gailliard II

Kavin Gailliard II

HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 285
POS OL/DL
CLASS 2028
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Kavin
Gailliard II OL/DL
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
285
HS
Albany
|
NY
Four 2028 New Additions You Should Know
The Albany High School Prospect, is a name that will easily see some college attention. Standing at 6’1″...
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Kavin Gailliard II

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State: New York
School: Albany
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Shaye Sykes

Shaye Sykes

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DB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 158
POS DB
CLASS 2028
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Shaye
Sykes DB
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
Weight
158
HS
Chaminade
|
NY
Four 2028 New Additions You Should Know
Lastly we have DB Shaye Sykes . The Chaminade playmaker had a breakout season at Safety for the...
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School: Chaminade
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