2028 EDGE Defenders See Big Rankings Boost

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2028 EDGE defenders saw a boost in the latest Prep Redzone rankings...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2115009"],"_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-6a67978bbcec5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A South Georgia pass-rusher from Albany who made a massive jump in the latest update, Muhammad brings plenty of length, burst and athleticism at 6-foot-4 215-pounds. The Worth County defender saw his recruitment take off in the off-season as several major offers came his way from some of the nation's top programs. The dynamic EDGE defender is coming off an impressive sophomore season where he made 71 tackles, four sacks, three forced fumbles and four pass-breakups in coverage. He's now ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 1 EDGE defender in the state for the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["950083"],"_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-6a67978bbcf1c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A big EDGE defender from the Atlanta ares who can win with both power and quickness, McClendon is ranked as the No. 3 EDGE defender in the state after an outstanding sophomore season where he created consistent chaos in the backfield. The 6-foot-4 215-pounder was tough to block all season long, securing 62 tackles with 10 TFLs, seven sacks and two bass-breakups. He's one of the top-returning defenders in the region bound for a gigantic junior season this fall. McClendon also moves into the top-40 in the state for the 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1652999"],"_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-6a67978bbcf65"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A metro-Atlanta pass-rusher on the rise at Marietta, Ham is one of the top pass-rushers in Cobb County for the upcoming season and saw major offers come his way throughout the spring and summer. Another big, physical defender who can stop the run at 6-foot-5 220-pounds, Ham is a productive pass-rusher coming off a strong sophomore season where he made 40 tackles, 14 TFLs and seven sacks to go along with three forced fumbles. He's ranked as the No, 4 EDGE defender in Georgia but should see that ranking increase more and more over time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1605717"],"_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-6a67978bbcfac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another Atlanta-area pass-rusher who saw a bump in the latest rankings, Tate is a multi-sport standout for Woodward Academy who consistently put pressure on the quarterback last fall as a sophomore. The 6-foot-2 220-pounder is a strong overall athlete with impressive burst, quick hands, and a strong motor. One of the top 2028 pass-rushers in the city, Tate is now ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 39 overall prospect in the state. He has an impressive offer list after an eye-opening 2025 season where he made 43 tackles eight TFLs and four sacks to go along with 12 more quarterback pressures and two fumble recoveries.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1524568"],"_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-6a67978bbcff1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Staying in the Atlanta and South Fulton area, Brewington is another big, physical defender who can overpower opposing offensive linemen both in the run game and when pressuring the quarterback. At 6-foot-7 220-pounds, Brewington brings plenty of size and easy Power Four talent. While he can play on the interior, Brewington is still athletic enough to play on the outside as well. He plays hard, shows good instincts, and was one of the region's top 2028 defenders last season, making 40 tackles for Landmark Christian with nine TFLs and two forced fumbles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->