Markel Hurley Markel Hurley 6'0" | 220 lbs | LB Cape Fear | 2028 State NC is a physical, downhill linebacker who is at his best attacking the run. He’s strong at the point of attack, plays with aggression, and when he arrives at the football, he arrives with some pop. Hurley also gives Cape Fear versatility as a pass rusher, showing the ability to blitz through the middle or come screaming off the edge. His production is already starting to match the film—he recorded 66 tackles, 8 tackles for loss and 3 sacks as a sophomore and earned second-team all-conference honors. Hurley has the physicality and big-hitting mentality to become one of the more productive 2028 linebackers in the 910.