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Five Newly Ranked 2028 Prospects Chasing the Top 100

Five Newly Ranked 2028 Prospects Chasing the Top 100
Tyler Stevens
Tyler Stevens March 12, 2026 @ 02:46 PM
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Brayden Luidhardt
Brayden Luidhardt 6'3" | 165 lbs | ATH | 2028
OH
Isaiah Anyanwu
Isaiah Anyanwu 6'3" | 195 lbs | TE/LB | 2028
OH
Michael Kopachy
Michael Kopachy 6'2" | 175 lbs | WR/DB | 2028
OH
Kaidan Schmelmer
Kaidan Schmelmer 6'0" | 185 lbs | WR/DB | 2028
OH
Tylynn Brown
Tylynn Brown 6'0" | 265 lbs | DL/OL | 2028
OH
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With our latest update to our 2028 class, we have seen over 170 prospects added to the class. With that many prospects added, I want to look at five who are outside the top 100 and who will look to jump up in our next big class update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2128487"],"_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-69b30c4e8dc06"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brayden isn't just a star player on the gridiron. He's a stud basketball player who has picked up some steam with an impressive season. His footwork transfers over from the court onto the field. He has height on the boundary as a receiver, which lets him get up for deep shots, and strong hands to bring the ball down through contact. As a safety, he's got good instincts and can make plays on the ball stemming from good eyes on the quarterback.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2091065"],"_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-69b30c4e8dc8c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Isaiah has a perfect platform to be a big riser in our next update. He's got good size and length, and versatility to line up at tight end, wide receiver, and linebacker. I saw him live at the PRZ Ohio Stock Up Showcase earlier this year, but not enough. He has limited tape, so everything is a projection, but he has the physical tools to be a game-changer. I hope to see him put film out this year and show everyone what he has to offer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2086897"],"_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-69b30c4e8dcf9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Michael is someone I'll need to see live this year. He's a three-way player for the Wildcats and will look to have an increased role this season. His frame is solid as is, but he still has time to refine his body more and add some muscle mass. He has length as a receiver and is a reliable possession receiver out on the boundary. I like his game now as a Z, but with development and quicker feet, his game could elevate to be an X down the line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1637484"],"_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-69b30c4e8dd48"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tylynn is a fun player to watch on film. He is quick off the ball and has strong hands as a pass rusher up the middle. He uses his speed to win, collapse the pocket, and showcase his good tackling. As a defender, he could be an early down EDGE at the next level. He has quick feet, both as an offensive lineman. He gets inside and can churn his feet to push you out of the play. If Tylynn puts on weight over the next two years, he'll be a division one-level prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1652459"],"_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-69b30c4e8ddd3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kaidan is in a position to find a decent amount of playing time next season for Liberty. His work in the 7v7 scene has already been popping off this year, with wins at events and an impressive showing at the Pylon Indy event. He is growing into his frame well and will be able to play on both sides of the ball for the Patriots. I hope to see him live this upcoming year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

With our latest update to our 2028 class, we have seen over 170 prospects added to the class. With that many prospects added, I want to look at five who are outside the top 100 and who will look to jump up in our next big class update.

Brayden Luidhardt

Brayden Luidhardt

OH
ATH
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 165
POS ATH
CLASS 2028
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Brayden
Luidhardt ATH
Class
2028
Height
6'3"
Weight
165
HS
Eastwood
|
OH
Five Newly Ranked 2028 Prospects Chasing the Top 100
Brayden isn’t just a star player on the gridiron. He’s a stud basketball player who has picked up...
Written by Tyler Stevens
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State: Ohio
School: Eastwood
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Isaiah Anyanwu

Isaiah Anyanwu

OH
TE/LB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 195
POS TE/LB
CLASS 2028
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Isaiah
Anyanwu TE/LB
Class
2028
Height
6'3"
Weight
195
HS
Northmont
|
OH
Five Newly Ranked 2028 Prospects Chasing the Top 100
Isaiah has a perfect platform to be a big riser in our next update. He’s got good size...
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School: Northmont
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Michael Kopachy

Michael Kopachy

OH
WR/DB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 175
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2028
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Michael
Kopachy WR/DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
175
HS
Newark
|
OH
Five Newly Ranked 2028 Prospects Chasing the Top 100
Michael is someone I’ll need to see live this year. He’s a three-way player for the Wildcats and...
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Michael Kopachy

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State: Ohio
School: Newark
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Tylynn Brown

Tylynn Brown

OH
DL/OL
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 265
POS DL/OL
CLASS 2028
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Tylynn
Brown DL/OL
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
265
HS
Westerville North
|
OH
Five Newly Ranked 2028 Prospects Chasing the Top 100
Tylynn is a fun player to watch on film. He is quick off the ball and has strong...
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Tylynn Brown

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State: Ohio
School: Westerville North
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Kaidan Schmelmer

Kaidan Schmelmer

OH
WR/DB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 185
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2028
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Kaidan
Schmelmer WR/DB
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
185
HS
Olentangy Liberty
|
OH
Five Newly Ranked 2028 Prospects Chasing the Top 100
Kaidan is in a position to find a decent amount of playing time next season for Liberty. His...
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School: Olentangy Liberty
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