Class of 2023 Position Breakdown: Defensive Back
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It is always impressive to me to see the caliber of athlete that plays in the secondary. Both the cornerback and safety positions are always well represented in the Prep Redzone Arkansas rankings throughout the year. In this article, we…
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Continue ReadingIt is always impressive to me to see the caliber of athlete that plays in the secondary. Both the cornerback and safety positions are always well represented in the Prep Redzone Arkansas rankings throughout the year. In this article, we are going to look at some of the prospects in the 2023 defensive back class. If the names aren’t familiar, they will be by the time the state playoffs start up in November.
Floyd Williams Floyd Williams 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB Gosnell | 2023 State AR -Gosnell-6’1” 170-Pounds
Williams is a cornerback that has excellent speed. He does a great job of playing the ball while it is in the air. Williams is not afraid to get physical with opposing wide receivers and he does a good job of using his hands to jam opposing wide receivers. He had a strong summer and I look for that trend to continue into the 2022 football season. With numerous scholarship offers to his credit, I expect for him to earn a few more offers throughout the course of the season.
CJ Turner CJ Turner 6'2" | 200 lbs | DB Star City | 2023 State AR -Star City-6’2” 200-Pounds
Turner is one of the most versatile prospects in the class of 2023. He plays on both sides of the ball for Star City and is a prospect that has already committed to the Colorado Buffaloes. Turner has no trouble separating the ball from the ball carrier. At the next level, he is more of a safety/linebacker hybrid, and I love how aggressive he plays. Watch for Turner this season on both sides of the ball.
Nick Bell Nick Bell 5'10" | 155 lbs | DB Bentonville West | 2023 State AR -Bentonville West-5’10” 155-Pounds
Nick Bell Nick Bell 5'10" | 155 lbs | DB Bentonville West | 2023 State AR is one of the most persistent cornerbacks in the state of Arkansas. He makes opposing wide receivers work to get open. Bell is another defensive back with impressive speed that allows him to be more aggressive with opposing wide outs. He is not afraid to make a hit in both the passing and rushing attacks. Bell is a defensive back that folks will want to keep an eye on for the Wolverines this season.
Anton Pierce Anton Pierce 6'3" | 205 lbs | DB Little Rock Mills | 2023 State AR -Little Rock Mills-6’3” 205-Pounds
Little Rock Mills is loaded on the defensive side of the ball this season. Anton Pierce Anton Pierce 6'3" | 205 lbs | DB Little Rock Mills | 2023 State AR has had a tremendous summer on the 7-on-7 circuit and I expect him to continue to rack up the honors this season. Pierce can make plays on the ball with little trouble. He has no trouble picking off passes and taking it the other direction. The Army commit has the potential for a big 2023 season, and it would not surprise me to see Little Rock Mills make a playoff run.
Miguel Graham Miguel Graham 6'2" | 175 lbs | DB Bryant | 2023 State AR -Bryant-6’2” 175-Pounds
One of the most physical defensive backs in the state of Arkansas is a part of the Bryant Hornets’ secondary. Graham is a disruptive defensive back that can play the safety or cornerback positions with equal effectiveness. He is a defensive back that can take advantage of any mistake. The Central Arkansas commit has the opportunity to close out his high school playing career with another state championship.
JT Tomescko JT Tomescko 6'2" | 175 lbs | DB Bentonville | 2023 State AR -Bentonville-6’2” 175-Pounds
Tomescko is a defensive back that can make plays on the ball on a consistent basis. Tomescko worked on both sides of the ball last season and knows what to do with he ball when he picks off a pass. He is not afraid to deliver a hit in both the run and passing games. Tomescko is a prospect that I expect to have a strong season as the Tigers look to make a playoff run with the ultimate destination being War Memorial Stadium.