2029 Rankings: High Level Prospects Making their Debut

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the updated 2029 Pre-season rankings just coming out earlier this week, I take a look at some prospect making their first debut in the rankings. These are all players I have gotten eyes this spring/summer and have showcased high level talent going into this fall. You will find breakdowns of their play and why they earned their ranking below.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2118341"],"_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-6a866db36c4b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">James is a player on the rise heading into the 2026 season and makes his rankings debut at #20 overall and the #2 overall OL prospect. A legit 6'4-5" and a reported 80" wingspan, he has the size, length and build to be a top prospect and P4 kid. A solid overall athlete for the position; James can bend, run on his toes and be explosive through the hips. He has also developed more strength and power to go along with an intense play style. James will be a name to know this fall. I expect him to show out for a sleeper Laurel HS squad in PG and pick up some offers at the seasons end. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Gettin in that work! <a href="https://t.co/0YDaH8AD53">pic.twitter.com/0YDaH8AD53</a></p>&mdash; James”tank”Harding (@JamesHarding52) <a href="https://x.com/JamesHarding52/status/2086852711979393261?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1406422"],"_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-6a866db36c55d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brendyne has been a prospect who has exploded since I saw him back in early spring. He immediately jumped out to me during workouts with his size &amp; athleticism. That is why he makes his debut at #20 overall and the #4 DL with tons of potential to move up the board after the season. With P4 size and explosivness, Brendyne has great get off on the snap. He is physical with active hands, nice COD ability and a strong motor. Already holding a handful of major offers, I expect Brendyne to be a terror along the D-Line for a strong Salesianum squad this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Working out with <a href="https://x.com/G_Brightwell21?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@G_Brightwell21</a> <a href="https://x.com/Bengals?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Bengals</a> running back ‼️he's getting me ready for the up and coming season <a href="https://t.co/e3q47oVrs6">pic.twitter.com/e3q47oVrs6</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1406422' first='Brendyne' last='Newman'] (@b1g_brenn) <a href="https://x.com/b1g_brenn/status/2081070328516653141?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1986569"],"_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-6a866db36c5ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kentae makes his debut at the #22 overall spot and taking the #1 RB spot in the rankings update. A running back with quick feet, Kentae shows the ability to find lanes and make defenders miss at the LOS. He hits the hole with burst &amp; acceleration and then once in the open field he consistently out runs defenders. He is a home run threat every time he touches the ball and has a wonderful rapid fluid stride when running with the ball. Already holding a handful of P4 offers, Kentae will be one who is hard to beat for the #1 RB spot in his class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="hu" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/S6Ei1meREe">https://t.co/S6Ei1meREe</a> <br>Full Szn (29)<a href="https://x.com/CoachJdubSFA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJdubSFA</a> <a href="https://x.com/ryanburbrink?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ryanburbrink</a> <a href="https://x.com/DJW__1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DJW__1</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachTay_C2C?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachTay_C2C</a> <a href="https://x.com/kdawg2certified?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kdawg2certified</a> <a href="https://x.com/JayJayHarper2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JayJayHarper2</a> <a href="https://t.co/WTVqYWYgbH">pic.twitter.com/WTVqYWYgbH</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1986569' first='Kentae' last='Davis'] (@7krackss) <a href="https://x.com/7krackss/status/1987992173313167479?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194528"],"_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-6a866db36c66c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaxon is another Sallie player who impressed a ton during spring workouts and that leads to him making his debut as the #25 overall player and #5 overall DB. With nice length, fluid hips, and great instincts, look for Jaxon to be an impact player this fall. Smooth in coverage, he can break down sinks and burst out of transitions. Quick turn &amp; go ability with the footwork to stop/start with no loss of momentum. Jaxon picked up a handful of P4 offers this spring and should be on many more colleges radar. You can expect more offers to go along with strong rankings riser potential after the season with a full year of film under his belt. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Year 1 done. Only getting better — still a lot left to prove. Grateful for my guys and the work we put in. Season highlights here <a href="https://t.co/vS49vuMo0J">https://t.co/vS49vuMo0J</a><br>HC: <a href="https://x.com/CoachDelleDonne?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachDelleDonne</a> <br>DC: <a href="https://x.com/CoachWorrilow?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachWorrilow</a> <a href="https://t.co/WcX4qioXI5">pic.twitter.com/WcX4qioXI5</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2194528' first='Jaxon' last='Evans']'29 (@JaxonEvans_5) <a href="https://x.com/JaxonEvans_5/status/1995673571079983538?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2061264"],"_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-6a875b0364138"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emmanuel makes his rankings debut as the #78 overall player and the #8 overall edge player in a very strong edge class. A thick built player who has a relentless motor. Emmanuel gets after it every play and bring a nice combo of speed/power. He showcases an array of rush moves. Wining with a club/swipe move, in &amp; out dip, and able to get skinny slipping blocks. Emmanuel finds his way to the ball anywhere on the field. As he continues to fill out and get stronger he will become an ever bigger force from the edge for Concordia. Emmanuel will be a name opponents know after this season I look forward to watching him live this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Every bad rep exposed a weakness. Good. Now I know exactly what to attack. The work doesn't stop until there are no more excuses. <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AGTG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AGTG</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/ClassOf2029?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ClassOf2029</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Development?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Development</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/NoDaysOff?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NoDaysOff</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Linebacker?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Linebacker</a> <a href="https://t.co/X4tb2h0XnO">pic.twitter.com/X4tb2h0XnO</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2061264' first='Emmanuel' last='Butler'] (@itzEman1111) <a href="https://x.com/itzEman1111/status/2074959897532244091?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->