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Indiana has plenty of offensive weapons, especially at wide receiver. Having a great defensive backfield will be required in order to combat this. Fortunately, the Hoosier state provides plenty of quality defensive backs who are more than capable of shutting…
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Continue ReadingIndiana has plenty of offensive weapons, especially at wide receiver. Having a great defensive backfield will be required in order to combat this. Fortunately, the Hoosier state provides plenty of quality defensive backs who are more than capable of shutting down an opposing offense. These student-athletes have the ability to be big time players at the next level. We continue our run-down of the top defensive backs in the Class of 2022. These five players are set for breakout season this fall and they are poised for big things in college.
Achilles Johnson Achilles Johnson 6'2" | 155 lbs | DB Evansville North | 2022 State IN , 6’2, 155 pounds, Evansville North
Achilles Johnson Achilles Johnson 6'2" | 155 lbs | DB Evansville North | 2022 State IN has great speed, and while he can get to his destination quickly, it is what he does when gets there that makes Johnson a top-tier prospect. Whether in the passing game or when chasing down a runner, Johnson always closes the play well. He makes great plays in space and he can comfortably make solo tackles. His highlight tape tells the story of a player who is very disciplined and constantly makes plays. His speed will also help him match any receiver step-for-step.
Zion Woods Zion Woods 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB North Central | 2022 State IN , 6’0, 175 pounds, North Central
Similar to Johnson, Zion Woods Zion Woods 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB North Central | 2022 State IN has the asset of great quickness. Woods also possesses great ball skills and he can break up passes and come away with interceptions. Woods is a hard-hitting safety and he is a solid tackler. Woods demonstrates great instincts and he reads the game very well. Woods is also a great special teams contributor. On top of all of that, Zion Woods Zion Woods 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB North Central | 2022 State IN shows a high football IQ that makes him extremely valuable for any defense.
Bryce Llewellyn Bryce Llewellyn 5'11" | 200 lbs | DB Cathedral | 2022 State IN , 5’11, 200 pounds, Cathedral
Bryce Llewellyn Bryce Llewellyn 5'11" | 200 lbs | DB Cathedral | 2022 State IN is a disciplined safety for Cathedral. Llewellyn pursues the ball well and he takes great angles. He can be that hard-hitting safety that so many teams covet. Llewellyn makes great reads at the safety position. He is also somebody that, in certain packages, can line up inside the box. Bryce Llewellyn Bryce Llewellyn 5'11" | 200 lbs | DB Cathedral | 2022 State IN is also a great contributor on special teams, further adding to what he can bring to any team.
Rowan Zolman Rowan Zolman 6'5" | 200 lbs | ATH East Noble | 2022 State IN , 6’4, 200 pounds, East Noble
Rowan Zolman Rowan Zolman 6'5" | 200 lbs | ATH East Noble | 2022 State IN provides a fast and athletic presence in the East Noble secondary. His athleticism is demonstrated by the fact that he plays both defense and offense. On top of being a great pass defender, Zolman provides an extra layer to his game by being a terrific run defender. He pursues well and makes great plays on the ball. Zolman is a very dependable player.
Mitchell Evans Mitchell Evans 5'10" | 180 lbs | DB Center Grove | 2022 State IN , 5’10, 180 pounds, Center Grove
Mitchell Evans Mitchell Evans 5'10" | 180 lbs | DB Center Grove | 2022 State IN is an all-around playmaker on an already strong Center Grove team. Evans can make the necessary plays on the ball. He has the perfect size to allow him to cover a lot of ground. Evans is also a dependable tackler as he had 43 total tackles a season ago. Evans can also be effective as a punt returner and he can set the offense up in great field position.
Each of these five incredible student-athletes has a lot of potential. Colleges who have not yet gotten them on their radar need to do so. These five are tipped for big things in the fall. We will look at four more great defensive backs tomorrow. Offense are going to their hands full when they play against these elite prospects.