2022 Defensive Backs Poised for a Big Year

Defensive backs are the playmakers that prevent big plays. Indiana has a loaded class in that department. The defensive backfields in the state offer up some of the most elite players. The state offers up the prospects capable of shutting down the best that college football has to offer. These outstanding defensive backs have the ability to make any defense that they play on, that much better. [player_tooltip player_id="98075" first="Milan" last="Burris"], 5’10, 180 pounds, Mishawaka [player_tooltip player_id="98075" first="Milan" last="Burris"] is a player that pursues the football very well. Burris contributes both offensively and defensively. Burris has the speed and athleticism to make any play. He will be able to cover any receiver and handle any assignment. His coverage skills are very good, but that does not tell the entire story with [player_tooltip player_id="98075" first="Milan" last="Burris"]. He also plays the run very well and he finishes plays. He is a fundamentally sound tackler. Burris is exceptional at making plays in space, making him that much more dependable for any coach. [player_tooltip player_id="98077" first="Qujuan" last="Cannon"], 5’11, 165 pounds, Cathedral [player_tooltip player_id="98077" first="Qujuan" last="Cannon"] is an extremely versatile player at one of the most storied programs in Indiana in Cathedral. Cannon shows up as a great contributor in all three phases. Cannon has good ball skills. He also proves himself to be a disciplined player. Cannon is a good tackler. Proving his versatility, Cannon contributes in all three phases, adding to the value that he would bring for any team. [player_tooltip player_id="98040" first="Jahmad" last="Harmon"], 5’11, 175 pounds, Lawrence Central [player_tooltip player_id="98040" first="Jahmad" last="Harmon"] is a versatile player who can play both corner and safety. Harmon has great ball skills. He also has a tremendous break on the football. Harmon does a good job putting his foot in the ground and driving to the ball. Harmon is a good run-stopper. He is also good at the line-of-scrimmage. He uses his hands well at the snap and can put the receiver off his route and affect the timing between the quarterback and the receiver. [player_tooltip player_id="98097" first="Xhavion" last="Reese"], 6’0, 185 pounds, Lafayette Jefferson [player_tooltip player_id="98097" first="Xhavion" last="Reese"] is a top-tier safety at Lafayette Jefferson. Reese has exceptional instincts and can read the play very well. Reese pursues the play very well. Reese consistently makes great plays on the ball. He also has the physical skills necessary to succeed. He blitzes with intensity and he is a reliable tackler. [player_tooltip player_id="98097" first="Xhavion" last="Reese"] has elite closing speed that compliments his skillset perfectly. Indiana has produced many great defensive backs over the years. This class figures to carry that torch. Tomorrow, we will evaluate the remaining defensive backs in the Class of 2022 rankings. These defensive backs can shut down any wide receiver. The one-on-one battles on Friday nights this fall in the Hoosier state, promise to be must-see television.