2028 Ranking Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Earlier in the week, Prep Redzone Arkansas updated the 2028 player rankings. Here are a few prospects who continue to climb in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1330945' first='Jaxen' last='Cepeda']-Offensive Line-Greenwood-6'4” 280-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Greenwood offensive lineman has exploded from a recruiting perspective this offseason. He uses proper hand placement to keep opposing defenders at bay. Cepeda has no issues opening up rushing lanes. Cepeda looks to finish his block and immediately block at the second level. Cepeda is a prospect to watch out for with the Greenwood Bulldogs and a major offensive line prospect with the ability to play at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1284687' first='Elijah' last='Branch']-Edge-Conway-6'2” 220-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1284687' first='Elijah' last='Branch'] is a prospect on the defensive line who continues to open eyes at camps over the offseason. He uses his speed well to shed blocks and get into the opposing offensive backfield. Branch has the ability to pressure the opposing quarterback and cause mistakes in the passing game. He has the speed to get sideline-to-sideline in pursuit of the ball carrier. He is a player to keep an eye on over the next few years for the Wampus Cats.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1351656' first='Hudson' last='James']-Tight End/Wide Receiver-Pulaski Academy-6'5” 200-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1351656' first='Hudson' last='James'] has the potential to cause plenty of problems for the opposing secondary over the next few years for the Bruins. James has the size and quickness to cause headaches for opposing defenders. James does a great job of creating separation from opposing defensive backs. He is a threat to score in the red zone and must be accounted for when he is on the field. James is capable of lining up at the receiver spot or as a tight end. He is a player to keep an eye on over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1179927' first='Chase' last='Slater']-Wide Receiver-Bryant-6'5” 176-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1179927' first='Chase' last='Slater'] continues to perform at a high level at each camp or seven-on-seven competition. Slater is a crisp route runner who uses his ability as a route runner to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He has the ability to high-point the football and the catch radius he has is an impressive one. Slater is a prospect to watch out for with the Hornets. He is a player I expect to continue to perform at a high level over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1318916' first='Rayshun' last='Reed']-Wide Receiver-Jacksonville-6'3” 185-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1318916' first='Rayshun' last='Reed'] gives Jacksonville a deep threat who can cause plenty of problems for opposing defensive backs. He is a physical wide receiver who has the speed to stretch the field vertically. Reed does a great job of creating separation from opposing defensive backs. The Jacksonville wide receiver is a player to watch out for over the next few years. He has the potential to put big numbers over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->