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Emerging Athletes from the 2027 Class

Emerging Athletes from the 2027 Class
Jonathan Davalos
Jonathan Davalos April 23, 2024 @ 10:16 AM
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Jayden Holt-Grandy
Jayden Holt-Grandy 5'10" | 180 lbs | ATH | 2027
NJ
Jayden Alford
Jayden Alford 5'8" | 140 lbs | ATH | 2027
PA
Maurice Davis
Maurice Davis 6'4" | 205 lbs | DL | 2027
NJ
Stalin Knowlden
Stalin Knowlden 5'7" | 145 lbs | ATH | 2027
NJ
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As the returner, Jayden sliced up coverage teams and found seams as he navigated through them with speed. Don't be surprised at all if he takes a few to the house in his sophomore campaign.rnrnAs Jayden puts on more size over these next few seasons he will become not only become a deadly weapon as a wideout but has the potential to be a true lockdown cornerback as well. 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Running low to the ground, Jayden is able to react quickly and make adjustments on the fly, making it very difficult for defenders to keep track of him. A powerful runner as well, Jayden runs with aggression and can be found dragging defenders as he makes his way across the field. 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Not only is Stalin an absolute burner, but his receiving skills are some of the best in the class. He has elite catch radius and can change directions and accelerate to create distance from the defender.rnrnWith the ball in Stalin's hands, you know some magic is about to happen. He is shifty with his hips, and his visions allows him to carve through defenses as he heads towards the end zone. 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Part of one of the most talented underclassmen rosters in the state, Glassboro has another weapon in their arsenal. Standing at 6'4u0022 as a freshman, Maurice overshadows upperclassmen and will be hard to stop as he continues to add muscle to his frame. A WR/TE and DE, Maurice is already getting noticed from collegiate programs as he stands out amongst others in his class. This is a name you need to get familiar with ASAP.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65411b575a24e"} /-->

The 2027 Watchlist Athletes are some of the more intriguing players that I have covered thus far. They are multidimensional in their skillsets, and have not specialized yet in any one position, giving them a lot of flexibility for the future and the ability to thrive in multiple roles. Here are some of the 2027 ATH that need more recognition entering their 2nd year.

Jayden Alford

Jayden Alford

HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 140
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
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Jayden
Alford ATH
Class
2027
Height
5'8"
Weight
140
HS
Delran
|
PA
Emerging Athletes from the 2027 Class
A two way starter and the lead kick return man for Delran, Jayden is on a path to...
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School: Delran
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Jayden Holt-Grandy

Jayden Holt-Grandy

NJ
ATH
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 180
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
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Jayden
Holt-Grandy ATH
Class
2027
Height
5'10"
Weight
180
HS
Absegami
|
NJ
Emerging Athletes from the 2027 Class
A sharp cutter, Jayden Holt-Grandy has the qualities to become an unstoppable force at the running back position....
Written by Jonathan Davalos
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Jayden Holt-Grandy

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State: New Jersey
School: Absegami
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Stalin Knowlden

Stalin Knowlden

NJ
ATH
HEIGHT 5'7"
WEIGHT 145
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
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Stalin
Knowlden ATH
Class
2027
Height
5'7"
Weight
145
HS
St. Joseph Regional
|
NJ
Emerging Athletes from the 2027 Class
A lightning quick receiver, Stalin Knowlden is in line to become one of the next great receiver’s coming...
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Stalin Knowlden

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School: St. Joseph Regional
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Maurice Davis

Maurice Davis

NJ
DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 205
POS DL
CLASS 2027
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Maurice
Davis DL
Class
2027
Height
6'4"
Weight
205
HS
Glassboro
|
NJ
Emerging Athletes from the 2027 Class
No Hudl to break down for Maurice Davis , but it’s safe to say he’s a star in...
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