Under the Radar: 2025 Junior DB’s/SS’s in Oregon

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, the most underrated junior DB's and SS's in Oregon are highlighted. These played deserve more recognition for their hard work, and they will definitely draw attention as they aspire to climb the rankings this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["530494"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='530494' first='Quinton' last='Olson'] is one of the most underrated players in his class. Olson is currently ranked 113th overall in his class. Olson's speed makes him different, as effortlessly clamps and tracks down opponents. He's quite fast, and can also wrap up defenders with ease. Olson is a lockdown defender. Standing at 5'11u0022 and weighing 165 pounds, Olson is a sizable athlete that can change games with his agility, endurance, and ball tracking ability. Last season Olson had 82 total tackles in 12 appearances for Scappoose. He averaged just under seven tackles per game, and had one sack this past season. Olson also added three pass deflections. rn","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["407437"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"One thing that marks [player_tooltip player_id='407437' first='Tanner' last='Starbuck'] unique is he excels on both ends, offensively and defensively as both an RB and a DB. This makes him an extremely versatile player. Starbuck has quick feet and elite athleticism. His athletic ability is what truly makes him outstanding, as he can constantly outjump receivers to make key pass deflections and interceptions. Starbuck is simply a star, as he has elite field vision, and awareness. He's exceptionally gifted at being able to track both the ball and opponents simultaneously. This season, expect Starbuck to make a huge difference for Stayton, on both sides of the field. He is ranked 53rd in his class. Starbuck is 5 '10u0022 170 pounds. Last season, Starbuck had four interceptions in just nine games played, impressively averaging 0.4 picks per game. He also finished last season with eight pass deflections, 72 tackles and one sack as a sophomore on varsity. Starbuck averaged eight tackles per game. ","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["285876"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='285876' first='Kameron' last='Rague'] is simply a superstar athlete, as his shiftiness and agility combined with his elite speed makes him nearly unstoppable. He's currently ranked 22nd in his class. Rague is extremely versatile; he has shined as a safety, running back, and as a defensive back. Rague makes a difference every game, as he averaged 5.1 tackles per game and had four picks last season. His great strength allows him to swim through opponents, track down players, and make big time tackles. The fact that [player_tooltip player_id='285876' first='Kameron' last='Rague'] is extremely fast while standing at 6'1u0022 and weighing 170 pounds is a rarity, making him a unique talent. Rague has a lot of defensive prowess. He is a nightmare for offenses, as his awareness and tackling ability is also elite. Last season Rague had four interceptions, an impressive six fumble recoveries, and five pass deflections in 12 games as a sophomore for Cascade Christian last season. Rague also recorded 61 tackles last season, averaging 5.1 tackles a game.rn","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["545637"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"Drew Hall stands at 6'2u0022 and is 175 pounds. Hall's ball tracking ability is elite, as his smooth footwork grants him the ability to stick with defenders. He is a powerful ball hawk. Another thing that makes Hall so talented is his superb athleticism. He can effortlessly break up passes and jump high to make interceptions. Watch out for Drew Hall this season. Hall is currently ranked 74th in the class of 2025. Last season for Cascade Christian, Hall recorded an astonishing five interceptions in just nine games. Hall's five picks last season tied Willamette's Jayden Tate for the most interceptions last season in the class of 2025. Drew Hall also had 36 tackles on the season, averaging four tackles a game. He also recorded seven pass deflections.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["511864"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='511864' first='Mark' last='Wiepert'] is a versatile defender who is unbelievably powerful. He's a 6'1”, 200-pound linebacker and strong safety. Wiepert's superstar stats aren't the only thing that makes him special. His extreme strength combined with his athleticism and unreal speed makes him a peculiar talent. Wiepert is a brick wall on the defensive end, as opponents rarely break his tackles. Wiepert's 112 tackles last season exemplifies that he's a force to be reckoned with. Currently ranked as the 27th best player in his class, Wiepert is determined to show out and climb the rankings this season. Wiepert led the class of 2025 in tackles last season, with 112. He impressively averaged 10.2 tackles per game. Wiepert had two sacks, two interceptions, two pass deflections and one fumble recovery in 11 appearances for Wilsonville last season.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":5,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64b1c0ce154d9"} /-->