Washington's Top CB's (2025-27') Ranked #1-14

Over the next few weeks, we will be breaking down the top athletes at every position in the state of Washington, regardless of class (2025-27). Per usual all rankings are based on who projects highest at the collegiate level.   *Individuals will only be listed on one side of the ball         1.[player_tooltip player_id='928074' first='Maurice' last='Williams'] 6-1 175 27' Yelm WA OFFERS (1) Washington St, Oregon St, UNLV, BYU   Willams is one of the top overall athletes in the country for his class. He earned 2nd team all SSC honors at DB, and for the most part completely locked down his side of the field as a freshman. He projects as a 4* and could garner offers from a majority of the nation's top programs.    2.[player_tooltip player_id='1165368' first='Elijah' last='Durr'] 6-1 175 26' Mount Tahoma WA OFFERS (9) Washington, Wisconsin, Michigan St, Arizona, Arizona St    One of the fastest rising prospects on the west coast for the 26' class. The 3 star has legit size and is fundamentally elite. His offers have come from all over the country solidifying himself as a national recruit. As a sophomore he made 53 tackles with 2 INTs.    3.[player_tooltip player_id='726148' first='Zamarie' last='Tellez'] 5-9 165 26' Federal Way WA OFFERS (3) Washington St, Arizona, Nevada   Tellez is the real deal with film that speaks to his freakish ability. Size is a question mark, but he is an unreal talent who can counter most matchups. He racked up 1st team NPSL honors on both sides of the ball as a sophomore.    4.[player_tooltip player_id='693687' first='David' last='Kuku'] 6-0 165 25' Kamiakin WA OFFERS (9) Washington St, Boise St, Arizona St, Nebraska   Washington's 4A Defensive POY. Kuku is a lockdown corner and a legit threat anytime he is in space. The Team Lillard standout will be a double digit D1 offer athlete and one of the most recruited DB's in the West.    5.[player_tooltip player_id='726165' first='Jasiah' last='Denmark'] 6-0 170 26' Puyallup WA OFFERS (5) Washington, Boise St, Penn St, Vanderbilt, Nevada   Watch the film and you see a potential 4* recruit who has the necessary skill set to play at the highest level and do well. Look for him have an unreal year on the camp/7v7 circuit and add numerous offers.    6.[player_tooltip player_id='726164' first='Joey' last='Thomas'] iii 6-1 155 26' Kennedy Catholic WA OFFERS (7) BYU, Cal, Colorado, Texas Tech, Vanderbilt   Most are familiar with the name coming from a football family. Thomas projects at DB but was equally impressive on the offensive side of the ball, where he caught 23 passes for 433 yards and 6 TDs, averaging 18.8 yards per catch.   7.[player_tooltip player_id='945853' first='Landen' last='Kahai'] 6-1 175 25' Kennedy Catholic WA OFFERS (1) West Virginia   Kahai has one of the fastest rising stocks in WA. The 1st team NPSL DB was among the state leaders in INTs (5) and PBU's (13), while impressing on the offensive side of the ball and averaging 18.4 yards per carry, with 4 TDs on only 7 rushes.    8.[player_tooltip player_id='726174' first='Israel' last='Nabors'] 5-11 160 26' Sumner WA   Nabors is having one of the best-off seasons of any athlete in the NW, garnering recognition on the national camp circuit as part of HEIR Football. He has competed and been equal to standout DB's [player_tooltip player_id='726165' first='Jasiah' last='Denmark'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1188077' first='Tayven' last='Collins'].    9.[player_tooltip player_id='693729' first='Sage' last='Salopek'] 6-0 165 25' O'Dea WA OFFERS (3)Air Force, Army, Portland St   The 1st team all-Metro CB is one of the fastest rising prospects in Washington, with legit 4.4 laser speed. He finished the year with 33 total tackles and 2 TFL's. His elite quickness puts him in the D1 conversation.    10.[player_tooltip player_id='945839' first='Jakai' last='Clardy'] 6-2 170 25' Evergreen WA OFFERS (2) UNLV, Nevada   The 1st team all-league DB followed up a nice off season where he garnered his first few D1 offers. Clardy is a big CB who could play elsewhere positionally, providing universities options.    11.[player_tooltip player_id='348162' first='Seanje' last='Finister'] 6-3 190 25' Puyallup WA OFFERS (1) Nevada   Speaking of big corners, Finister is a physical kid with size who can run with most receivers. There is still a lot yet to be determined here but look for him to be a factor on the 7v7 circuit.    12.[player_tooltip player_id='693689' first='Jerimyah' last='Mitchell'] 6-1 170 25' Garfield WA   The transfer from Sacramento was one of the best in Washington last season. He has been impressive on the 7v7 circuit for Heir Football with Coach Reggie Jones calling him a Power 5 guy.    13.[player_tooltip player_id='1095833' first='Micah' last='Robison'] 6-1 170 25' Skyview WA   The 1st team all GSHL DB is underrated, putting together one of the most impressive junior campaigns among all defenders. He was a big reason for the Storm's success totaling 26 tackles and a 4A leading 8 INTs.   14.[player_tooltip player_id='1165351' first='Zevion' last='Watkins'] 5-9 175 26' Rainer Beach WA   Another athlete who could make a jump up the rankings board with continued progression. He has done well as part of FSP against most of the top competition within the region. Watkins should be considered one of the most versatile individuals in the 2026 class.