2027 Standout Linebackers and Defensive Backs in Mansfield

We now move onto the skill positions on the defensive side of the ball, where there is far and above the largest group of talent that we have gone over so far. It will be exciting to see these players' talents and on the field play grow and develop over the next few years.    A great open field tackler with good block shedding and the ability to find and fill holes, Vincent seems to have the natural instincts of the middle linebacker position. Having already taken varsity snaps effectively as a freshman, his future at the position is one that is very bright if he is able to maintain the level of play that he was able to show this past year.      With his ability to always have his eyes on the ball, he becomes very effective as a sideline to sideline tackler, who is looking to get in a clean hit on the ball carrier. He makes a big impact in between the tackles as he uses his quickness and speed to split gaps and blockers and get to the runner in the backfield.      With the size and reach advantage that he has, he Udom is able get off of blockers well to make tackles, as well as batting down balls and battling for interceptions. Aside from his arsenal when covering receivers and his impact at the line of scrimmage on occasion, his playmaking ability in the open field is probably his most underrated skillset, where he is able to make one one one tackles often and effectively.      Able to play on both the left and right side of the line, accompanied with good ball vision and tracking skills, make Franklin an effective pass rusher and coverage linebacker. On the pass rushing front, he uses his reach well to get off of blockers and has good speed to run down the quarterback and running back.      With a good low back pedal and good hips that allow him to stay at the wide reliever's pocket, plus the fast twitch needed to break with them on routes, Barnett is most definitely deserving of being mention on the defensive back list as well. His willingness to make open field tackles and fight for any ball that is thrown his way at the JV and Varsity levels already, just better equip and progress him as a player.      His speed on the snap and his use of it to get off of blockers in the pass rushing game, combined with his vision to find and get the ball and reading offensive movement when in coverage, make Malone also worthy of this list as well. His determination on tackles and having great eyes and footwork to not be easily faked out when making tackles in one-on-one scenarios are just a small but crucial factor in his game.

We now move onto the skill positions on the defensive side of the ball, where there is far and above the largest group of talent that we have gone over so far. It will be exciting to see these players' talents and on the field play grow and develop over the next few years.