Week One Defensive Game Changers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The time for high school football is back and Prep Redzone will be on the move this fall providing some of the best and up-to-date coverage in the country. Below are notable defensive standouts to watch for our readers! Most of these performances were from Friday. – 8/25.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Ja'ki Singleton | DB | Class of 2024 | SAHS | @ki_singleton&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2023 stats: 29 total tackles, 1 game-winning INT</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Singleton recorded one of the top total tackles in the state in week one, as a defensive back! Also had a big-time INT to shift momentum. Great performance for the senior and for sure a way to get some college interest. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16000601/64eb726d4ba8730b28b9a322"><strong><em>https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16000601/64eb726d4ba8730b28b9a322</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Johnquae Richardson | LB | Class of 2024 | Lake Wales | @stayhumble_quay</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Game one stats: 15 total tackles, 4 TFL</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>If there's one thing for certain, don't tip-toe through the hole with Richardson on the opposing defense. This kid is a headhunter that makes an impact all over the field. One of my top linebacker prospects in Polk.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://x.com/andy_villamarzo/status/1695252884802154996?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ"><strong><em>https://x.com/andy_villamarzo/status/1695252884802154996?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Michael Mcclenton | LB | Class of 2026 | Ocoee | @michaelmcclent5</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Mcclenton is only a rising sophomore but had one of the better defensive stat lines across the state. This kid will be a big-time D1 prospect in years to come. Impressed with his motor and mindset to be a DOG, causing havoc at the line of scrimmage and tracking down runners. Got to keep my eyes on his recruitment moving forward.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18295377/64ea0f034ba8730b28b787b9"><strong><em>https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18295377/64ea0f034ba8730b28b787b9</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='404163' first='Kensley' last='Faustin'] | DB | Class of 2024 | Naples | @FaustinKensley</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The Auburn commit came up big for Naples against Lehigh, recording 2 impressive interceptions to help the Golden Eagles start 1-0 in the regular season. Have watched Faustin develop into a Power 5 prospect as he provides solid coverage and reliable tackling for the position.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Twitter: </em></strong><a href="https://x.com/naplesfootball/status/1695901928759103690?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ"><strong><em>https://x.com/naplesfootball/status/1695901928759103690?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Julian Quintero | S | Class of 2024 | SAHS | @JulianJaq11</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2023 stats: 18 total tackles</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Another defensive back standout that tallied up the total tackles in game one. Quintero made the most of his SAHS debut, totaling nearly 20 tackles to help the Yellow Jackets start 1-0. I'm paying attention to his recruitment moving forward.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11051809/64e9874ed21b08099475159f"><strong><em>https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11051809/64e9874ed21b08099475159f</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='222904' first='Trenton' last='Gummer'] | DB | Class of 2026 | Bishop Moore | @trentongummer</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>This young man is a baller! He's making a case to be one of the true-rising sophomore defensive backs in the Central Florida area. Has had consecutive solid coverage weeks for the Hornets and has created some interest in his recruitment.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://x.com/trentongummer/status/1696528468383797629?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ"><strong><em>https://x.com/trentongummer/status/1696528468383797629?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1319721' first='Sean' last='Adekunle'] | LB | Class of 2025 | Lake Buena Vista | @Seanadekunle3</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2023 stats: </em></strong><em>10 total tackles, 2 sacks, 2 TFL</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Adekunle is a slept-on linebacker prospect who consistently produces and provides reliable tackling. Started the season off hot, recording double-digit tackles with 2 sacks to add.&nbsp;</em><br><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/2/581591/646ccaa65cb3e104087c2da4"><strong><em>https://www.hudl.com/video/2/581591/646ccaa65cb3e104087c2da4</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1230787' first='Aden' last='Hall'] | LB | Class of 2025 | Leesburg | _Aden_Hall</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hall was the defensive standout chosen for Leesburg as he finished game one with 8 total tackles and 3 tackles for loss. Good enough to earn his name on the list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Twitter: https://twitter.com/leesburghsfb/status/1695932506283839800?s=20</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->