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Snappers

Snappers continue to develop earlier each cycle, with several 2028 prospects already showing reliability and consistency in live snaps and specialist evaluations. Among the group, David Summers from Martinsburg and Jonathan Kaufman from Parkersburg South both bring early functional experience and have drawn positive specialist feedback for accuracy and repeatability. Knox Kimble of Frankfort also fits in this group with steady progression and growing recognition from kicking coaches.

For the younger cycle, Timmy McIntyre of Capital (Class of 2029), at 6’1”, 240 pounds, already stands out physically while pairing that size with early game exposure and dependable snapping consistency, making him one of the early names to track long-term at the position.

Watch Out For

Tight end development in the 2028 class still has several players projecting upward as their frames and roles continue to evolve, with a few high-upside athletes still in early stages of position definition.

Camden Bulger from Capital brings one of the more intriguing developmental profiles at roughly 6’3” with a basketball-first background. His limited football exposure shows natural movement traits and coordination that project well to the tight end position if his role expands. The athletic foundation is clearly there, with long-term value tied to commitment and usage.

Cam Strode of Tyler Consolidated is another leaner developmental piece, but at 6’3” with strong length, he already shows functional skill as a pass catcher. As he continues to add strength and weight, his basketball background and coordination give him a pathway to becoming a more complete tight end over time.

Proven

Several players in the group have already produced consistent film and carved out defined roles, giving them a more stable early evaluation profile.

Matthew Iman from Moorefield brings a versatile offensive skill set, standing around 6’3” with enough size to function in multiple alignments. His usage includes traditional tight end work along with occasional backfield reps, showing a flexible offensive deployment that highlights both receiving ability and functional movement skills.

David Popper of Linsly made a strong transition into U.S. football in 2025, quickly establishing himself as a reliable 6’3”-type presence on film. While his primary role has been as a physical in-line blocker, he also shows dependable hands when targeted, giving him a balanced early profile that translates in multiple phases.

3. Miles Terry

Terry is one of the more complete hybrid pieces in the class, having started as a defensive contributor before expanding into a major offensive role for South Charleston. At 6’2”, 230 pounds, he has the frame to function in multiple tight end alignments, including H-back, in-line sets, and motion usage.

He consistently works into open space over the middle of the field, showing strong feel for coverage voids and reliable hands in traffic. That receiving ability pairs with a strong blocking profile, where he is effective creating movement and sealing in the run game, giving him true two-way tight end value.

2. Levi Picha

Picha brings one of the more natural length-and-movement profiles in the 2028 group at 6’4”, 200 pounds. His long strides and fluid movement patterns allow him to separate into space, especially at the second level and on vertical stems.

He has proven capable of consistently finding soft spots in coverage and securing targets when thrown to. A large portion of his 2025 usage at Woodrow Wilson also came in the run game, where he handled down blocks and edge responsibilities with physical effort and technical growth. As his frame continues to fill out, his receiving traits and catch radius project to become more impactful, giving him a clear developmental ceiling as a modern tight end.

1. Lucas Lambert

Lambert has established himself as the top tight end in the 2028 class at Logan High School, standing 6’4” and 220 pounds with an immediate mismatch profile. He made an early impact as a freshman and elevated his production further in 2025, consistently creating problems for defensive backs and linebackers alike.

His athletic fluidity stands out, particularly when tracking the football and attacking it at its highest point. That basketball background shows up clearly in his ability to elevate, adjust mid-air, and finish contested catches. He is most dominant on vertical routes and jump-ball situations at this stage, but his movement skills suggest strong expansion potential as his route tree develops. With size, coordination, and natural ball skills already in place, Lambert projects as a high-major tight end prospect with one of the highest ceilings in the class.