Breakout 2028 Defenders To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These underrated 2028 defenders are bound for giant junior seasons...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2231449"],"_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-6a357a99a0642"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A natural athlete and one of the more underrated defensive backs in Georgia for the 2028 class, Dorsey is a ball-hawk at cornerback with quick feet, dependable ball-skills, and the ability to lock down opposing receivers. Just a sophomore last fall, Dorsey made a massive impact on the John Milledge defense not only in the run game with his 27 tackles, but in coverage with his four INTs. He's fundamentally sound, can by physical at the line of scrimmage, and shows strong cover skills. He'll be an easy addition to the next 2028 Prep Redzone rankings this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["891920"],"_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-6a357a99a06ca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An impressive cover corner bound for a massive junior season this fall for Douglas County, Ivey is an athletic defensive back with fluid hips, above-average speed, and reliable ball skills. Ivey shined last fall at Dutchtown during his sophomore season and continues to see respectable offers from his way with a new one this week from App State. He's a physical run defender who doesn't shy away from contact, and he's rarely out of position in coverage. The Douglas County defense is loaded with talent, and Ivey should be a major weapon for them in the secondary this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2231466"],"_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-6a357a99a0734"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A fast-rising outside linebacker in the Atlanta area fresh off a terrific sophomore season, Cloud is one of the more underrated pas-rushers in the Atlanta area who earned All-Region honors last fall as a sophomore. He brings good size and natural talent with quick, active hands and an impressive motor when chasing down the ball-carrier. The Miller Grove defender is seeing his recruitment pick up right now with new recent offers from Liberty and Georgia State. Cloud made 50 total tackles last fall with 14 sacks and 18 TFLs. He'll see a new Prep Redzone ranking come his way later this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1880684"],"_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-6a357a99a079d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A Gwinnett County defensive lineman on the rise to know about in the 2028 class, Shivers is a lean, athletic pass-rusher who holds a handful of respectable D1 offers, but should see bigger ones come his way over time. The South Gwinnett standout had a very productive sophomore season last year as he made 61 tackles, 18 TFLs and five sacks. He shows a great first step off the snap and consistently finds himself in a position to create chaos and make plays in the backfield. He's currently ranked as the No. 13 DL prospect in Georgia for the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2182618"],"_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-6a357a99a0801"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more productive linebackers across the state in the 2028 class, Moore is a metro-Atlanta defender at McDonough to lit up the stat sheet last season. The speedy, instinctive defender doesn't miss many tackles and chased down the ball-carrier all season long. Moore was all over the field and opened a lot of eyes last season when he made 139 total tackles, 16 TFLs and three sacks. He closes quickly wraps up properly, and should not be flying under the radar for very long. He doesn't have ideal measurables, but his instincts and toughness could allow him to see dome D1 interest and offers come his way down the road. Look for this playmaking linebacker to have another terrific season as a junior in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->