2027 Pass-Rushers Flying Under The Radar

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2027 pass-rushers are still flying under the radar...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2048380"],"_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-6a5670fbe383e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lean, athletic pass-rusher who can fly into the backfield with ease, Benoit is a playmaking EDGE defender who made a massive jump in the latest 2027 Prep Redzone rankings. The Atlanta native brings good size at 6-foot-3 220-pounds and was one of the state's most productive defenders, living in the backfield all season long. Benoit lit up the stat sheet as a junior last fall where he made 77 tackles, 31 tackles and ene eye-opening 24 sacks. He's an easy D1-caliber prospect who could put up insane numbers this fall as a senior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2216477"],"_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-6a5670fbe387a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A speedy linebacker who shoots the gaps and can create consistent chaos in the backfield, Shannons Jr was one of the region's top pass-rushers for Alexander, and now this fast-rising outside linebacker will take his pass-rushing talents to Douglas County. One of the top returning pass-rushers west of Atlanta, Shannon was terrific in 2025 where he made 70 tackles, 10 TFLs, eight sacks, and two pass-breakups in coverage. He runs well, wraps up properly, and is hoping to lead the Tigers to a special 2026 season this fall on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2168316"],"_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-6a5670fbe389c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An aggressive, hard-hitting EDGe defender flying under the radar in Forsyth County, Joseph will see a significant boost in the next Prep Redzone rankings after flashing big-play potential as a junior. The Lambert Longhorn defender showed easy D1-level talent last season due to his quickness and tenacity. He plays hard, shows a good nose for the ball, and brings a thick 5-foot-11 220-pound frame. He was one of the region's top pass-rushers last season, making 34 total tackles with four sacks and 21 more quarterback pressures. Look for Joseph to have a fantastic final seasons for Lambert in 2026. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2048390"],"_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-6a5670fbe38bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another underrated Atlanta-area pass-rusher who should continue to see his Prep Redzone ranking rise over time, Hand is a quick-reacting defender with strong hands and the ability to consistently find himself in the backfield. Another promising defender with impressive length and burst off the snap, Hand was tough to block all season long in 2025, making 78 tackles, 25 TFLs and nine sacks to go along with 27 quarterback pressures. Look for the new Newnan defender to live in the backfield once again this fall as a senior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1623445"],"_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-6a5670fbe38d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An extremely productive Middle Georgia pass-rusher to know, Johnson was one of the better defenders in the region last year as he made play after play in the backfield for Lamar County. The max-effort defender brings a strong blend of both speed and power, making him tough to block consistently for four quarters. He's coming off an incredibly disruptive season off the edge, securing 65 tackles, 16 TFLs and eight sacks. He also recovered two fumbles that he took back for touchdowns. He's one of the top sleeper defenders in the region who will likely give opposing quarterbacks nightmares in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->