Prep Redzone Rankings: 22' DB Breakdowns

We’ve finished revamping the 22’ rankings totaling 397 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the Top 15 DB’s. <hr /> [player_tooltip player_id="20930" first="Saveon" last="Brown"] Thornwood <a href="https://twitter.com/SaeNext">Twitter</a> Rank: 1 Mr. Brown comes into the rankings at the number 1 spot, he fills holes in run support and makes open-field tackles. He isn't afraid to lower his shoulder, has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, and attacks downhill. Mr. Brown reads/reacts quickly resulting in interceptions, stays with his man in coverage, and gets after it with his aggressive playstyle. [player_tooltip player_id="151152" first="Malachi" last="Hood"] Joliet Catholic Academy <a href="https://twitter.com/Malachiloading">Twitter</a> Rank: 2 Mr. Hood comes into the rankings at the number 2 spot, he makes open-field tackles and fills holes in run support. He gets off blocks to make the tackle, has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, and does a good job re-routing receivers. Mr. Hood stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected, gets pressure on the QB off the blitz, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="20928" first="Ahmad" last="Robinson"] East St Louis <a href="https://twitter.com/2_AhmadRobinson">Twitter</a> Rank: 3 Mr. Robinson comes into the rankings at the number 3 spot, he stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected and attacks downhill. He doesn't get broken off at the top of the receiver's route by staying in the receiver's hip pocket, has good technique, and is disciplined. Mr. Robinson reads/reacts quickly resulting in interceptions, has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="137006" first="Mark" last="Cannon"] Evanston <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkCannonJr1">Twitter</a> Rank: 4 Mr. Cannon comes into the rankings at the number 4 spot, he makes open-field tackles and attacks downhill. He has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, fills holes in run support, and is a hard hitter. Mr. Cannon stays with his man in coverage forcing incomplete passes, takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="155513" first="Brayden" last="Hall"] St Rita <a href="https://twitter.com/Upnextbjay">Twitter</a> Rank: 5 Mr. Hall comes into the rankings at the number 5 spot, he fills holes in run support and gets hands-on when pressing. He reads/reacts quickly resulting in interceptions, attacks downhill with closing speed, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Hall stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected and isn’t afraid to lower his shoulder. [player_tooltip player_id="155514" first="Christian" last="Keyhea"] Mt Zion <a href="https://twitter.com/ChristianKeyhea">Twitter</a> Rank: 6 Mr. Keyhea comes into the rankings at the number 6 spot, he attacks downhill with his closing speed and covers sideline to sideline. He gets pressure on the QB off the blitz, fills holes in run support, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Keyhea stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected and has quick acceleration which comes to light in the return game. [player_tooltip player_id="155500" first="J.T." last="Harris"] Mt Carmel <a href="https://twitter.com/JtHarris21">Twitter</a> Rank: 7 Mr. Harris comes into the rankings at the number 7 spot, he high points the ball resulting in interceptions and stays with his man in coverage with his fluid hips resulting in passes being deflected. He gets off blocks to make the tackle, makes open-field tackles, and gets hands-on when pressing. Mr. Harris attacks downhill with his closing sped, takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, and has sound technique. [player_tooltip player_id="155536" first="Trey" last="Gerdes"] Mater Dei <a href="https://twitter.com/gerdes_trey">Twitter</a> Rank: 8 Mr. Gerdes comes into the rankings at the number 8 spot, he attacks downhill with his closing speed and stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected. He fills holes in run support, gets off blocks to make the tackle, and jumps routes resulting in interceptions. Mr. Gerdes takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, showcases his quick acceleration in the return game, and attacks. [player_tooltip player_id="65845" first="Quintin" last="Hale"] Thornwood <a href="https://twitter.com/Qhale22">Twitter</a> Rank: 9 Mr. Hale comes into the rankings at the number 9 spot, he stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected and makes open-field tackles. He fills holes in run support, gets off blocks to make the tackle, and has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline. Mr. Hale attacks downhill, does a good job re-routing receivers, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="20932" first="Peter" last="Roll"] Nazareth Academy <a href="https://twitter.com/peterroll8">Twitter</a> Rank: 10 Mr. Roll comes into the rankings at the number 10 spot, he makes open-field tackles and attacks downhill. He gets off blocks to make the tackle, fills holes in run support, and has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline. Mr. Roll reads/reacts quickly for interceptions, takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="155502" first="Daquavion" last="Oakes"] Auburn <a href="https://twitter.com/DaquavionO">Twitter</a> Rank: 11 Mr. Oakes comes into the rankings at the number 11 spot, he attacks downhill and has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline. He makes open-field tackles, stays with his man in coverage resulting in incomplete passes, and gets hands-on when pressing. Mr. Oakes reads/reacts quickly for interceptions, takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="155503" first="RaSand" last="Hall"] Shepard <a href="https://twitter.com/Rasand4">Twitter</a> Rank: 12 Mr. Hall comes into the rankings at the number 12 spot, he gets off blocks to make the tackle and fills holes in run support. He attacks downhill, stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected, and makes open-field tackles. Mr. Hall has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, isn't afraid to lower his shoulder to deliver a hard hit, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="155543" first="Dominick" last="Marrazzo"] Buffalo Grove <a href="https://twitter.com/DominickMarraz3">Twitter</a> Rank: 13 Mr. Marrazzo comes into the rankings at the number 13 spot, he makes open-field tackles and reads/reacts quickly for interceptions. He stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected, attacks downhill, and has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline. Mr. Marrazzo takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="20936" first="Lamar" last="Box"] East St Louis Rank: 14 Mr. Box comes into the rankings at the number 14 spot, he gets off blocks to make the tackle and gets hands-on when pressing. He stays with his man in coverage resulting in passes being deflected, makes open-field tackles, and attacks downhill. Mr. Box reads/reacts quickly for interceptions, takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, and plays through the whistle. [player_tooltip player_id="155522" first="Chase" last="Thomas"] Benton <a href="https://twitter.com/ThomasChase06">Twitter</a> Rank: 15 Mr. Thomas comes into the rankings at the number 15 spot, he fills holes in run support and makes open-field tackles. He has the closing speed to cover sideline to sideline, attacks downhill, and reads/reacts quickly for interceptions. Mr. Thomas isn't afraid to lower his shoulder, takes pursuit angles to make the tackle downfield, and plays through the whistle. <hr /> These are the young men that are the Top 15 DB’s in the rankings. They put in the hard work, developed their craft, and showcased what they can do during the spring season as well as at showcases/camps. Be sure to follow @jamaskane regarding news & information for Illinois High School Football, @PrepRedzoneIL, and @PrepRedzone.