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Standout prospects in the 2028 class will take a big step forward as sophomores this coming season. Which one will our national analyst team be watching the closest this fall? Adam Friedman, John Garcia Jr., Adam Gorney, Greg Smith and Sam Spiegelman give their takes below.
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FRIEDMAN: Tahj Gray
Gray is advanced well beyond his years and is on track to be one of the top defenders in the 2028 class. At nearly 6-foot-3 and 220 pounds, the Montvale (N.J.) St. Joseph’s Regional standout has the tools to be a devastating defender. Gray has the speed to stick with running backs and tight ends in coverage while displaying the strength and physical style that will allow him to be a playmaker near the line of scrimmage.
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He is slated to play linebacker this fall but he is trending toward being an edge defender at the next level.
Gray’s offer sheet already features Oregon, Texas A&M, Ohio State, Penn State, Tennessee and many others.
GARCIA: Jayden Wade
The California native is set to be the trigger man at IMG Academy after waiting his turn to be QB1. Before his first official start, the 6-foot-4, 190-pounder has collected offers from the nation’s top programs including Ohio State, Michigan, Oregon and scores of others, thanks to what appears to be a can’t-miss skill set as a legitimate dual-threat talent.
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Wade has a quick motion on a strong arm, has clocked multiple 4.4-second laser 40-yard…
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