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Top 2027 DB’s in Illinois

Top 2027 DB’s in Illinois
Eric Bergman
Eric Bergman June 30, 2024 @ 10:18 AM
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James McGrath
James McGrath 6'0" | 190 lbs | DB | 2027
IL
Donald Collier
Donald Collier 5'11" | 170 lbs | ATH | 2027
IL
Sean Kershaw
Sean Kershaw 5'10" | 140 lbs | DB | 2027
IL
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His great body control and versatility make him one of the top football players in his class, capable of excelling on both sides of the ball. Despite having just one year of high school football experience, Power 5 coaches have already extended offers to him this offseason. Morgan's potential is off the charts, and he is poised to become a household name within the next three years. His athleticism also shines on the baseball diamond, where he is a standout player as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1334152' first='Donald' last='Collier']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"170","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2495","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Cahokia High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66817731774b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1334152' first='Donald' last='Collier'] is a well-rounded safety, showcasing his ability to excel in every aspect of the secondary. It's rare to find a young safety who not only can cover but also proves to be a weapon in run support. Collier demonstrated his playmaking abilities in 2023, emerging as a turnover machine with four interceptions and three forced fumbles to his name. Returning this season, Collier will be an asset to the Cahokia defense, providing leadership and experience as they aim for a successful 2024 campaign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1335196' first='James' last='McGrath']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"180","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2495","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"St Francis High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668177317752f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">When you turn on the film, you will be impressed with 2027 DB [player_tooltip player_id='1335196' first='James' last='McGrath']. His ability to cover a lot of ground in the back half is remarkable. Rarely is McGrath out of position; he showcases a high football IQ with an excellent understanding of route concepts. His awareness allows him to play with great confidence, often leading to big plays for the St. Francis defense. With three more years of high school football left, it's going to be exciting to watch McGrath develop to his full potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["429874"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6681773177574"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='429874' first='Sean' last='Kershaw'] has the ability to become a true shutdown corner. He excels in man-to-man coverage, particularly when he has the opportunity to press the receiver at the line of scrimmage. Kershaw thrives on challenges and often welcomes them, demonstrating his fearless nature on the field. His confidence is evident when he is out on an island, where he consistently locks down his assignments. With his impressive skill set and competitive spirit, Kershaw has all the makings of a top corner in the class of 2027. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Josh Morgan

Josh Morgan

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 185
POS DB
CLASS 2027

Josh Morgan

School: Fenwick High School
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Donald Collier Donald Collier Donald Collier 5'11" | 170 lbs | ATH Cahokia | 2027 State IL

HEIGHT 5'11"
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Donald Collier Donald Collier Donald Collier 5'11" | 170 lbs | ATH Cahokia | 2027 State IL

School: Cahokia High School
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James McGrath James McGrath James McGrath 6'0" | 190 lbs | DB Wheaton St. Francis | 2027 State IL

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 180
POS DB
CLASS 2027

James McGrath James McGrath James McGrath 6'0" | 190 lbs | DB Wheaton St. Francis | 2027 State IL

School: St Francis High School
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Sean Kershaw

Sean Kershaw

IL
DB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 140
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Top 2027 DB’s in Illinois
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