Jay Schell, - Prep Redzone

Jay Schell

Linebacker

2028 Class

6'3" Height

215 Weight

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School

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Matt DeBary

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

A physical, sure-tackling linebacker with impressive quickness and instincts in the run game, Schnell moved to Georgia and will play for the talented Rabun-Gap Eagles this fall. He already brings Power Four sizer at 6-foot-3 215-pounds and has the talent as well. His recruitment took off this off-season and he’s now one of the top overall defenders in the 2028 class according to Prep Redzone. The big-time linebacker is now ranked as the No. 2 LB prospect and the No. 19 overall prospect in the state. Look for him to have a massive sophomore season in 2025.

10 months ago

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Matt DeBary

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

A versatile linebacker who really shined on the outside last season, Schell is another South Carolina native who is making his way to Rabun-Gap this upcoming fall as a sophomore. He shows impressive instincts, physicality, and runs well for someone 6-foot-3 215-pounds. He wraps up well, shows good fundamentals, and already looks like a D1-caliber player from a physical standpoint. His recruitment is really picking up and he’s added recent offers from Wake Forest, Texas A&M, and Houston. Look for him to fly up the rankings in Georgia for the 2028 class.

11 months ago