2025 Rankings Newcomers: Defense Part 1

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158478"],"_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":"Jones is a strong cover corner with ideal measurables at 6'2” 175 lbs. He has the ability to be effective both pressing receivers at the line or playing off flashing excellent natural coverage instincts and route anticipation. He runs well and is a physical defender using his hands to jam receivers at the LOS and create positional leverage downfield. Shows good eye discipline, he locks in on his man and matches movement to maintain positioning at all three levels. Great ability to squeeze to the sideline and cover the deep ball. His combination of length, leaping ability, and ball skills allows him to compete for the ball at the high point. Does a great job getting into the passing lane to play the ball at the catch point. Picked up his initial offer from Georgia in September then added Louisville shortly after but he'll see more programs come in this spring.rnrn2 Offers: Georgia, Louisville","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66053ed5a0778"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":"","_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66053ed5a07ad"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JosiahJones_5/status/1723043890964365629","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JosiahJones_5/status/1723043890964365629 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158486"],"_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":"Totton has seen his recruitment on the rise since the end of last season pulling in four D1 offers. At 5'10” 175 lbs. he's a dynamic athlete with a versatile skillset to be an explosive playmaker in all three phases. Projects as a safety at the college level where he's extremely active and has great range. He's fluid with his movement with plus all-around game speed. Shows great agility in the short area and has the top speed to stay in phase and cover the whole field. Not the biggest safety prospect but he's a violent tackler at the POA that accelerates through contact to finish opponents to the ground. Love his field awareness and feel for the game, he knows where he needs to be and anticipates to get an early break on the ball. Transferred out of Consumnes Oaks making the switch to Folsom for his senior season. Watch him stack up more offers and jump up the rankings going forward.rnrn4 Offers: Central Michigan, Wyoming, San Jose State, Bowling Green","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66053ed5a0813"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KamTotton6/status/1717385938006143389","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KamTotton6/status/1717385938006143389 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1148999"],"_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":"Bray possesses ideal size, length, and growth potential for an edge prospect at 6'7” 245 lbs. with a 7' wingspan. He's a plus athlete with good natural movement skills and bend. Out of his stance, he's got good initial quickness and explosion. He comes off the ball hard with a quick first step and has the speed to gain penetration off the edge as the play is developing. Shows good balance and body control to redirect and chase in pursuit. Good ability to fight through blockers and make tackles while he is still engaged. Surprisingly he holds no offers to date but size/length alone make him highly recruitable. He's raw but possesses great upside/potential with all the tools develop on. Was a top performer at the PRZ Showcase and once he gains that initial offer he could skyrocket up recruiting boards.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66053ed5a086c"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/alijahbray/status/1727526779404034159","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/alijahbray/status/1727526779404034159 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158483"],"_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":"A lot to like about Davis's skillset as a hybrid OLB/DE. He's an attacking defender that plays downhill and fast at 6'4” 225 lbs. with a +3 wingspan. Good combination of athleticism, coordination, and speed. He's powerful at the POA and with strong/quick hands to take on blockers and then disengage to free himself up to make a tackle. Does a great job locking out and maintaining separation. He's got good reactionary quickness to diagnose plays and then trigger to close space on the ball. A high effort player that is relentless in pursuit. Love his versatility to be an effective pass rusher, run stopper, and even drop back into coverage. Finished the 2023 season with 75 total tackles and seven TFL while showing his ability to knock down balls at the LOS with five passes deflected. First offered by Oregon State in January 2023 and recently added Cornell. Another prospect we expect to keep climbing the rankings and adding offers.rnrn2 Offers: Oregon State, Cornell","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66053ed5a08c6"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Darryl_Davis40/status/1752135981090873772","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Darryl_Davis40/status/1752135981090873772 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->