Unheralded Defensive Backs From Around the Country

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're back out scouting some sleepers, this time looking at the defensive back room. These young men hail from all around the country and are either juniors or seniors at their respective schools. As a whole, they haven't received a ton of attention just yet, but that could change quickly. These young men are off to a hot start in 2022, and if they keep it up, I think they should see an uptick in their recruitment very soon. With all that being said, here's who you need to know!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator {"className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Austin Alexander, 6'1" 165, Marian Catholic, IL, JR</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><li>Smooth working from his pedal.</li><li>A flexible gate allows him to open his hips and go get the football.</li><li>Quickness makes him tough to block on the perimeter.</li><li>Versatility allows for him to play corner or safety.</li></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator {"className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Emmett Jacobson, 6' 160, Point Loma, CA, SR</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><li>Midpoints smash concepts in cover two.</li><li>Shows sticky hands through contested catches.</li><li>Easily overlaps in zone coverage and can provide help guarding the number two receiver on 4 verticals.</li><li>Leans on the receiver in zone to widen his release.</li></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator {"className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Travis Anderson, 5'10" 165, Mission Viejo, CA, JR</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><li>Explodes out of his breaks and covers a ton of ground.</li><li>Range and concentration lead to plenty of interceptions.</li><li>Midpoints two vertical threats up the seam in cover two.</li><li>Has experience playing inside the box and shows no hesitation.</li></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator {"className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>A'Terrius Johnson, 5'10" 150, Bishop Dunne, TX, SR</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><li>Smooth transitioning into a lateral run.</li><li>Doesn't take the bait on double moves and will stay over the top.</li><li>Has the speed to run stride for stride with quicker wideouts.</li><li>Extremely competitive and will make receivers fight for every ball.</li></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator {"className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Caden High, 5'10" 165, Grayson</strong></em>, <strong><em>GA,</em></strong><em><strong> SR</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><li>Attacks the football at its highest point.</li><li>Dynamic as both a wide receiver and kick returner.</li><li>Plays with an aggressive downhill tackling style.</li><li>Has outstanding closing speed to ensure he catches up to open targets.</li></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator {"className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Kadiyon Sweat, 6' 185, Lehi, UT, SR</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><li>A turnover machine at the safety position.</li><li>Plays with great Instincts.</li><li>Shows a tough, rugged tackling style when the ball is thrown out on the perimeter.</li><li>Comes to balance and can make tackles out in space.</li></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator {"className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Kanyee Childress, 6' 160, Chino Hills, CA, JR</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><li>Willing to take calculated risks to make a play on the football.</li><li>Eats up any routes that are short-intermediate. </li><li>Reads passing concepts, triggers, and causes serious disruption. </li><li>Can play man in the slot and stick to quicker wideouts.</li></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->