2025 Defensive Backs to Watch in the Fall
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The defensive backs in the review had big performances throughout last season. The high level of play is expected to continue as they prepare for a big season. The review covers five of the top defensive backs in the Class…
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Continue ReadingThe defensive backs in the review had big performances throughout last season. The high level of play is expected to continue as they prepare for a big season. The review covers five of the top defensive backs in the Class of 2025.
JaDon Blair JaDon Blair 6'5" | 180 lbs | DB Mount Tabor | 2025 State NC – 6’5″ 180 (No. 1 DB, No. 4 Overall), Mount Tabor HS. JaDon displayed the ability to change directions quickly to cover receivers. He displayed good speed to cover a lot of ground quickly to cover ground to make stops. He displayed good technique and complete wrap up on tackles made in the open field. JaDon displayed good technique and good use of hands to deflect passes, intercepting often. He has already received several Power5 offers, more are coming for him during his high school career.
Justin Rowe – 6’3″ 205 (No. 2 DB, No. 5 Overall), Asheville HS. Justin displayed speed to cover a lot of ground quickly to close in on the ball carrier for stops. He changed directions quickly to cover receivers along with good use of hands to deflect passes, intercepting often. He displayed good technique and complete wrap up on tackles made in the open field. Justin has already received several Power5 and D1 offers, more are coming for him during his high school career.
Braxton Winston Braxton Winston 6'0" | 165 lbs | DB Providence Day | 2025 State NC – 6’0″ 165 (No.3 DB, No. 31 Overall), Providence Day HS. Braxton displayed speed to cover a lot of ground quickly to close in on the ball carrier for stops. He displayed good technique and good use of hands to deflect passes, intercepting often. He displayed good technique and wrap up on tackles made in the open field. Braxton has already received Power5 and D1 offers, more are coming for him during his high school career.
Jeremy Nixon – 6’1″ 185 (No. 4 DB, No. 32 Overall), Butler HS. Jeremy displayed good technique and wrap up on tackles made in the open field. He displayed good technique and good use of hands to deflect passes, intercepting often. He displayed speed and change of directions quickly to cover receivers. Jeremy should start to generate recruiting interest during participation in Summer Prospect Camps.
Jamar Gillard Jamar Gillard 5'8" | 150 lbs | DB South View | 2025 State NC – 5’8″ 150 (No. 5 DB, No. 80 Overall), South View HS. Jamar displayed speed and change of directions quickly to cover receivers. He displayed good technique and good wrap up to make tackles in the open field. He displayed good technique and good use of hands to defend passes thrown in his direction. Jamar should start to generate recruiting interest during participation in Summer Prospect Camps.