PRZ Next Watch List Vol. 2 — Cali Defensive Back Newcomers

Ryan Lance

March 23, 2022 @ 12:30 PM

The Prep RedZone Next class of 2026 Watch List Vol. 2 was recently released. This is a list of prospects, not yet in high school, that look to project to play at the FBS/FCS/Division 2 levels in the future. By no means is this list a sure thing, finalized or complete. It will be updated twice more before the end of August 2022. Again, these are not rankings nor are they an end-all, be-all lists. These are the prospects that we have seen, that stand out to our team. Below, we’ll take a look at the class of 2026 California prospects, labeled as defensive back prospects, that are currently on the Watch List. [player_tooltip player_id="283622" first="Jayden" last="Crowder"] | Defensive Back Crowder is a defensive back who isn’t afraid to get his hands on receivers and try and alter their routes. He plays physically, has a good knack for finding the football and shows he has the ability to lock down other teams top receivers.   [player_tooltip player_id="212238" first="Zechariah" last="Fort"] | Defensive Back This Under Armour All-American has the looks of a top prospect. He’s got great size with very quick feet and fluid hips. He does a good job anticipating and jumping routes and showcases great ability to break on the ball.   [player_tooltip player_id="283632" first="Josh" last="Holland"] | Defensive Back The 6-foot, 160-pound Holland is a force on the defensive side of the ball. He’s a heavy hitter who doesn’t shy away from contact and isn’t afraid to stick his nose in on tackles. He’s got good length and speed and the ability to be a star at the next level.   [player_tooltip player_id="283608" first="Deon" last="Jackson"] | Defensive Back Jackson plays with great anticipation and understanding of the game. He’s often seen jumping routes or playing through a defender to get to where the ball is going. He’s quick in and out of his breaks and plays with great leverage.   [player_tooltip player_id="283596" first="Cash" last="Pearsall"] | Defensive Back The 5-foot-11, 160-pound Pearsall patrols the center of the field and does a good job with help over the top. He understands route concepts and is often in a good position to either break up or intercept the pass.   [player_tooltip player_id="283598" first="Chase" last="Wesley"] | Defensive Back Wesley is a standout on both sides of the ball. We know about his receiving skills but he also stars on the defensive side where he does a good job locking onto receivers and altering their routes. He’s big and physical which he uses to his ability.   [player_tooltip player_id="283647" first="Matsen" last="Wurm"] | Defensive Back The 5-foot-11, 140-pound safety isn’t afraid to lay the wood. He takes great angles, gets to the ball in a hurry and is always looking to knock the ball free from offenders. He does a good job commanding the center of the field and is one of the top safeties in the state.