Name : Quantavious Price Jr.
Position : ATH
Measurables : 5’11”-180 Lbs
Class : 2028
Team : RDU (GA)
Skinny :
Quantavious Price Jr. is a versatile receiving option who can be effective in space and work the middle of the field because of his size. He shows great body control in fighting for passes in the air, which should make him a red-zone threat when it’s time for him to transition to the next level. He still has to work on the nuances of playing receiver full time, especially in areas such as route running. However, he possesses a good bit of upside as just a 7th grade prospect at receiver.
Price also shows upside on the defensive side of the ball as a safety. His instincts and range are evident, as he was all over the field in huge National games. His size and athleticism also make him a candidate to play a hybrid defensive back/linebacker at the next level. This X-Factor time is now and he is making the most of it with the light shining on him like Primetime players do.
Name : Zy’Kari Johnson
Position : ATH
Measurables : 5’6”-137 lbs
Class : 2027
Team : Ft.Lauderdale Hurricanes (TMT) 12u (FL)
Skinny :
Zy’Kari Johnson is a smooth athlete who is electric & elusive in open space. As a receiver, he attacks the ball when it is in the air. He happens to be a nice, polished route-runner, who can line up out wide or in the slot and be a #1 target with good hands and top end speed. With his versatility to make plays in traffic or in space, Johnson has a chance to become one of the top prospects in his class with the breakout season he is having.
To show you Zy’Kari’s value his teams QB went down, and this X-factor stepped in, and the offense didn’t miss a beat. Johnson was more of an advanced runner. He’s dynamic in the open field and can run the zone read effectively. As a passer, he displays a nice touch on longer attempts and the tendency to extend plays while making throws on the run. With this X-Factor ability to contribute to his team at different positions look for this phenom stock to continue to soar.
Name : Chrys Black
Position : RB
Measurables : 5’8”-157 lbs
Class : 2028
Team : Pittsburgh Elite Panthers (PA) 12u
Skinny :
Chrys Black is arguably the most scintillating athlete on this list, presenting a legitimate scoring threat each time he touches the ball. His agility is also special and puts him in position to exploit seams within the defense.
I’ve always said the first thing that stands out about Black is his speed, as he rapidly accelerates once identifying daylight. His Offensive linemen love him due to his ability to find lanes and improvise when things go awry up-front. He already displays explosive tendencies, attacking the second level with excellent bend. Despite a lack of pass targets with Pittsburgh Elite, I came away pleasantly surprised by how natural in a receiving role came to Black when he was lined up out wide. Black has soft hands and of course a big play waiting to happen once he possess the ball. Tabbed as one of the top running-back prospects in the Class of 2028 Black has all the tools to challenge for #1.
Name : Neiman Page
Position : ATH
Measurables : 5’8”-175 lbs
Class : 2027
Team : DEA Dragons (TX)
Skinny :
In addition to being a stud linebacker, Neiman Page also played running back for the loaded DEA Dragons (TX) 12u squad—which is a testament to his athleticism. When looking at Page’s body of work, it’s hard to find any discernible flaws. He’s able to play both man and zone effectively in pass coverage. He’s a tackling machine who lives in the opponent’s backfield delivering punishing blow after blow, this kid is making sure his opponents are hearing footsteps after being hit by him. He’s also got the ability to blitz and get after the passer. Overall, Page has the look of a player who could contribute the moment he steps foot on a High School campus.
Most feel Page definitely has the goods to be a problem at running-back position on the next level. But its hard to ignore his predator type instincts on the defensive side of the ball this kid is a natural hunter and leader. So wherever this kid decides to play at you can trust you’re getting one of thee most elite players in his class.
Name : Randal P. Robinson
Position : RB
Measurables: 5’7”-149 lbs
Class : 2027
Team : Central Va Hurricanes 13u
Skinny :
Randal P. Robinson loves to get downhill and has the short-area quickness make it happen in a hurry. He’s a one-cut-and-go talent who operates smoothly out of the backfield and anticipates his next steps, earning a high grade when it comes to his of vision.
While Robinson’ game certainly isn’t based on power, he’s strong enough to work through arm tackles and often picks up an extra chunk of yardage after contact. Coaches should appreciate his penchant for getting narrow in the trenches as he navigates through traffic. Robinson predominately relies on speed more than power. His quickness enables him to reach the perimeter before defenders. If he reaches the sideline with a clear lane, there isn’t much a defense can do. As one of the most explosive ball carriers in his class this speed demon Robinson continues to wow crowds with his big play ability. Which is why his stock is continuing to trend up.
Name : David Jacobs
Position : LB/ATH
Measurables : 6’4”-175 Lbs
Class : 2027
Team : Falcons United (GA) 13u
Skinny :
David Jacob is a ferocious hitter with a penchant for shooting gaps to create negative plays in the backfield. He’s a physical player who punishes ball-carriers and receivers who penetrate his area. He’s athletic enough to drop into coverage, and he also brings value as an aggressive blitzer capable of creating havoc. Based on what I’ve seen, I wouldn’t be surprised to see Jacob’s become a starter or a heavy contributor by the end of his freshman year in High School.
It’s not often you see kids with the size and room to add to his frame. At this point David Jacobs is strongly considered the top prospect in the class of 2027. He is this years Tyler Atkinson if he packs on some muscle on his way to High School level. I doubt this X-factor stays at the Linebacker position at least inside. Jacobs freakish athleticism is going to help him make an instant impact at any position he ends up at. If I was a betting man, I’d say OLB/DE tweener lookout High School Football this kid has 5-star written all over him.
Name : Lee Prince Jr.
Position : OLB / ATH
Measurables: 5’6”-145 Lbs
Class : 2027
Team : Miami Gardens Chiefs (FL) 13u
Skinny :
Lee Prince Jr. is an active linebacker who wreaks havoc whether he’s coming off the edge or blowing up run plays by attacking the interior of the offensive line. He’s also comfortable in space—whether he’s trying to catch up to a speedy back or receiver or if he’s in coverage. Size is an issue, as he will need to add weight to handle the High School game’s physicality, but he has the frame necessary to hold it. Overall, Prince fits the mold of ultra-athletic defenders who can create problems for offenses in a number of situations. It’s some players ppl have to tell you about and it’s some players you can’t ignore because their making all the plays, yep that’s Lee Prince Jr. game in a nutshell.
Name : Jhaheem Brown
Position : ATH
Measurables : 5’6”-137 Lbs
Class : 2028
Team : AZ Champions 12u
Skinny :
Jhaheem Brown can score from anywhere on the field, meaning the Champions utilizes him beyond the backfield and not to mention in the return game. I don’t believe he’s a 20-carry back, but there are other ways to get Brown the ball. Like in the slot and out wide is where he has done the most damage this year. Last year Brown singlehandedly took his AZ Suns to the National championship game. He is all about making the big play, The plays that can change a game and help his team.”
Brown has wiggle with that shiftiness and top end speed that allows him to escape tight quarters in traffic. A nimble slide-step and effective spin move are part of his arsenal, warranting defenders to play it safe on the 2nd level or end up on a highlight because no one’s catching him if he gets a slight crease of daylight. As 2021 was Brown’s coming out party 2022 is where he solidifies his spot at the top amongst the best 2028 players in the country.
Name : Havon Finney Jr.
Position : DB
Measurables : 6’2”- 142 Lbs
Class : 2027
Team : OC Buckeyes (CA) 14u
Skinny :
Havon Finney is a 6’2″, defensive back from California., that is very long and uses that length to break up passes and create matchup problems. Though he does not have blazing speed, he does have a quick first step and tremendous instincts that allow him to stand toe-to-toe with players who have more natural speed.
There are times when you might get a leg up on Finney off the line of scrimmage, specifically one-on-one, as he is still learning the position and sharpening his technique. But it is not such a detriment that it knocks his ceiling down that much, because this kid has short term memory and quick reflexes that allow him to recover and still make plays. The bigger the game the more clutch performance you get from this X-Factor. Not afraid to jump routes when his instincts are in rare form the kid had a huge day versus defending 13u YNC Champs LA Rampage with a pick and some pbu. With his frame already in place and his skill-set continuing to evolve Finney has what it takes to be his class Number #1 DB.
Name : Andrew “Playa Playa” Peapea
Position : DE
Measurables : 5’11”-180 lbs
Class : 2029
Team : Heir Apex Predators (WA) 12u
Skinny :
Andrew Peapea has a defensive end’s size, but he still moves with an outside linebacker’s athleticism. He’s at his best when he’s rushing the passer and creating havoc in the backfield. He does show good instincts in pass coverage, but that may be an area he needs to improve on if he someday wants to switch to the outside linebacker position, because he definitely has the athleticism to do so.
Peapea is fearless when he steps to the line. He loves the competition of the sport and learns with every play. He has a high motor and plays with a respectable level of intensity. Peapea plays with a desire to be considered among the best. Any defensive ends ranked ahead of him serve as motivation—and he’s a motivated athlete.
Name : Urvick St.Jean
Position : DT
Measurables : 5’11”-280
Class : 2027
Team : Progress Village Panthers (FL)
Skinny :
Urvick St. Jean is technically almost 300-pounder, but he moves very well for a big guy. He has good lateral movement and an explosive first step off the snap. Jean also plays with good pad level. He’s able to win many battles against offensive linemen because of his technique and brahma bull like strength.
Jean is motivated to be a standout defender early in his High School career if his offseason training goes as planned. Look for him to fit in well in the defensive scheme of his choice.
Name : Zach Belyeu
Position : RB/ATH
Measurables : 5’11”-190 Lbs
Class : 2028
Team : CD Dreamchasers (GA) 12u
Skinny :
Zach Belyeu is a power-based rusher who maintains low pad level and makes the most of his physical frame. He attacks defenders with tenacity and refuses to sacrifice yards along the sideline, where he’d rather crash into an opponent than step out of bounds.
Belyeu doesn’t beat teams in ways that fill up a highlight reel, but he simply punishes opponents with repetitive strong rushing attempts. He has an explosive first step and makes himself small at the line, approaching contact with compact strides and quality pad level. Belyeu drives through contact and makes you earn the tackle by implementing a powerful stiff-arm and shoulder shrug.
Many running backs are quicker, but few are as technically consistent on each carry. Belyeu reliability extends to the passing game, where he graded out as one of the top RB receivers in his class. This kid is a Athlete and a force on the defensive side of the ball as well, but I can’t deny his upside as a RB, because he’s just like that.
Name : Ahmad “Speedy” Hartsfield
Position : RB
Class : 2031
Team : West Orlando Jags (FL) 9u
Skinny :
Ahmad “Speedy” Hartsfield is the type of player that can make his peers on his level school look downright silly at times. His most obvious asset is his speed, which he’ll use to consistently to beat defenders around the edge of the play and burst into the secondary, making him a real home-run hitter out of the backfield. But what sets Speedy apart from the other running backs in the 2031 class is his duality. He has speed, but more importantly he can fight for the tough yards in between the tackles. He’s got great vision, and when he finds the hole, he hits it with authority and explodes into the second level. Once there, Speedy has enough raw lower-body strength to simply overpower smaller defensive backs in the open field.
Outside of fellow Floridian Rod Lewis this X-Factor has compiled quite the highlight reel. Speedy is a player you can prepare for and still can’t stop him now that’s an X-Factor.
Name : Cameron Fuse
Position : ATH
Measurables : 5’11” 174 Lbs
Class : 2028
Team : West Orlando Jags (FL) 12u
Skinny :
Cameron Fuse is an all-purpose back who can even do damage lining up as a slot receiver or out wide on an island. He’s speedy and thrives in open space because of his ability to create chunk plays. It has been pretty impressive to see Jags O.C Josh Robinson utilize Fuse entire skill-set. His versatility is what makes the Jags offense one of the most explosive in the country.
One thing that stands out about Fuse game is how fluidly he moves in open space. That’s impressive for a pass-catcher with his size. There are still some details he can improve upon, such as route running and controlling his body to make contested catches, but that doesn’t stop him from making those acrobatic catches with his large catch radius. This X-Factor has an impressive skill set that should translate well to the High School level.
