Small-Town 2028 Prospects To Know This Fall

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These small-town 2028 prospects are in store for big junior seasons this fall...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2167700"],"_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-69d6941766b1a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A big two-way player in Putnam County who flashed big-play ability on both sides of the ball, Jackson is a physical tight end on offense who has no problem grabbing a tough pass down the field in coverage. He's an above-average with soft hands and the ability to be a mismatch in the middle of the field. Defensively, Jackson is a physical defendert who knows how to deliver a sound hit on the ball-carrier. He brings good size, toughness, and has a chance to have really strong junior season in 2026 with the potential to see lots of passes come his way. He'll be an easy addition to the next 2028 Prep Redzone rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2167706"],"_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-69d6941766b81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A promising Middle Georgia pass-rusher who plays hard and his his best football still way ahead of him. Jones brings a lengthy 6-foot-3 215-pound frame and saw his play increase last year as a sophomore. He's physically gifted for his age, never gives up on the play, and knows how to make plays both in coverage and when chasing down the ball-carrier. If he continues to improve his pass rush and over technique in all area, Jones could be in store for a possible "breakout" junior season in 2026. His stock is rising, and more offers are likely coming his way this spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1588905"],"_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-69d6941766bc9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">And under the radar North Georgia running back coming off a really productive sophomore season, Khalil Charles is a speedy, shifty runner who ran like a season veteran last year instead of a second-year sophomore. He runs with balance, can break tackles and has no problem picking up yards after first contact. He shows easy D1-caliber potential and will be an easy addition to the Prep Redzone rankings after a 2025 season where he rushed for an impressive 1,536 yards and 14 touchdowns. He's one of the top returning running backs in the area bound for an even bigger season as a junior next fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1869207"],"_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-69d6941766c0c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile, playmaking defender who can line up at both linebacker and in the secondary, Freeman is one of the top returning 2028 defenders in the region who plays in the small town of Sharpsburg at East Coweta High School. The playmaking sophomore made over 70 tackles last year and lived in the backfield with 15 tackles behind the line of scrimmage along with 11 pass-breakups in coverage. He's instinctive, active, and plays with a physical presence, knowing how to deliver a big hit on the ball carrier. His stock is rising and Power Four interest and possible offers are likely coming his way over the next several months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2114328"],"_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-69d7c6e0b2f40"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A sleeper, small-town edge defender to know in Ashburn, Collier is an active, disruptive pass rusher at 6 foot 1, 225 pounds who plays hard and knows how to rally to the ball-carrier. He was a constant weapon in the backfield last year, making 30 tackles as a sophomore with eight tackles behind the line of scrimmage and an impressive 31 quarterback pressures. He shows quick, strong hands, a good motor, and should be even better as a junior for Turner County in 2026. Don't be surprised if his recruitment picks up over time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->