2025 Rankings New Additions: DBs 

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Breaking down the new defensive back additions to Prep Redzone Nevada's 2025 rankings.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1567075"],"_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-6757fa5b89f07"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fairley was a new addition to the 2025 DB rankings after finished among the state's leaders in INTs with 7 this season. Lengthy defender at 6'3"/180 with the range to play deep-middle safety and the physicality to play up near the LOS. Capitalizes on mistakes over the middle of the field with plus-side ball skills but will need to continue to develop his technique at the next level including being more efficient in his breaks and angles-of-attack. Fairley added offers from Anna Maria College and Judson University in November.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">First and foremost, I would like to give all glory to god. After a great conversation with <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSweeneyTBE?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSweeneyTBE</a> I am grateful to say I received another collegiate offer from JudsonU 💙💛 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AGTG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AGTG</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoEagles?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoEagles</a>🦅<a href="https://twitter.com/coach_pacheco?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coach_pacheco</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ray_mulitalo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ray_mulitalo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Mojavefootball1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mojavefootball1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJJones90?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJJones90</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/JudsonUfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JudsonUfootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/2TdShkPCft">pic.twitter.com/2TdShkPCft</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1567075' first='Damari' last='Fairley'] (@unoowrldd1) <a href="https://twitter.com/unoowrldd1/status/1860745780707074272?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1552277"],"_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-6757fa5b89f6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wedderburn put his name on the 2025 radar with the athletic upside he showed this season. Smooth perimeter CB that moves fluid in every direction and possesses all the natural skills to match athleticism with WRs at the next level. Shows a change of gears when mirroring route pacing and accelerates with burst out of both his downhill and lateral breaks. Can play a mix of press and soft coverage and flashes some instincts as a zone defender. Vedderburn's one of the most underrated cover-corners in Nevada's 2025 class and a certain offer-now candidate for D-II and D-III programs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Senior season highlights‼️<br>33 Tackles, 22 Solo, 4 PD, 2 Ints<br><br>Late post but I'm extremely grateful for my amazing coaches that helped me grow as both a man and player all year long and got us to the state championship!<a href="https://twitter.com/iamcoachMB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamcoachMB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bnd4grtns?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bnd4grtns</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/1CAGaines?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@1CAGaines</a> <a href="https://t.co/5b2asFvI5o">https://t.co/5b2asFvI5o</a> <a href="https://t.co/TXl9Cxz90H">pic.twitter.com/TXl9Cxz90H</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1552277' first='Valentino' last='Wedderburn II'] (@V__WedderburnII) <a href="https://twitter.com/V__WedderburnII/status/1866333220746440845?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 10, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1571222"],"_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-6757fa5b89fb8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harris was a strong producer for one of the more talented defensive units in the state this season. The 6'/185 SS totaled 67 tackles, 10 TFLs, and 2 sacks as a senior. Extremely physical tackler that excels at causing havoc outside the OTs as a downhill attacker. Beats blockers to the spot with explosive short-area burst and can play in space around the flats.&nbsp;Harris would excel as a run-support SS at the next level with the physical edge he brings to the table. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Glad I was able to finish my high-school campaign with such a great team. Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/FL_Ftball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FL_Ftball</a><br><br>Full SZN Highlights <br><br>64 Tackles <br>10 TFL's <br>2 Sacks <br>5 PBU's <br>1 INT <br>2 FF <a href="https://t.co/RI6INSg6QV">https://t.co/RI6INSg6QV</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1571222' first='Abraham' last='Harris'] (@_braheem_25) <a href="https://twitter.com/_braheem_25/status/1862596336631312887?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1571303"],"_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-6757fa5b8a000"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Carter was a standout in the Desert Pines secondary with 53 tackles and 2 INTs on the season. The&nbsp;6'/165 senior also recorded 38 catches for 505 yards and 2 TDs on offense. He's a versatile coverage defender that made plays from both CB and FS spots. Strong instincts, range, and closing speed allow him to make plays from a variety of alignments. Fluid athlete that can slip blocks on the perimeter and plays physical when the situation calls for it. Carter's an intriguing DB that should be worth a look at the D-II or D-III levels. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22170287/66d61d2194559d93ee6b7a9a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6757fa5b8a196"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1566725"],"_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-6757fa5b8a1e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sontag added three offers in November after a productive season in the Durango secondary. The 6'2"/190 FS tallied 4 INTs and 36 tackles as a senior. Carries a strong, physical frame for a deep-zone safety and made a knack out of disrupting passes between the seams. Punishes WRs over the middle of the field, takes efficient angles-of-attack, and provides valuable ability to make 1v1 tackles in space. Will need to improve his explosive burst and lateral speed to unlock some true sideline-to-sideline range as a single-high safety but could potentially find a home as a hybrid S with coverage upside at the next level. Sontag holds offers from McPherson College, Dakota St., Capital University, and UW-River Falls.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">FULL SEASON HIGHLIGHTS !<br>36 TACKLES<br>4 INT<br>2 PBU<br>1 TD<br>1ST TEAM ALL LEAGUE SAFETY<a href="https://twitter.com/DHSTBFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DHSTBFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ZReyes_PRZ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZReyes_PRZ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJirgl?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJirgl</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coach_moynahan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coach_moynahan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BMcCormick08?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BMcCormick08</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachWalkerRF?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachWalkerRF</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Niles?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Niles</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coachcalexander?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coachcalexander</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachPJehlicka?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPJehlicka</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJDominguez?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJDominguez</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachWampMSUN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachWampMSUN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachLukeOlson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachLukeOlson</a> <a href="https://t.co/sNayL3rqtp">https://t.co/sNayL3rqtp</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1566725' first='Tristan' last='Sontag'] (@T_Sontag8) <a href="https://twitter.com/T_Sontag8/status/1855058021254414646?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1397828"],"_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-6757fa5b8a226"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Manuel proved to be one of the most productive two-way playmakers in 4A this season recording 600 rushing yards and 12 TDs on offense and 46 total tackles, 11 TFLs, and 5 sacks on defense. Versatile athlete that was at his best defensively as a second-level perimeter defender with his rangy speed and ability to cover the slot. Strong tackler that outplays his stature (5'10"/175) and flashed some quick change-of-direction out in space. I could see Manuel fitting in nicely as a high-upside nickel at the next level given his size and skillset.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/WDfhvMVAIn">https://t.co/WDfhvMVAIn</a><br><br>Full Senior Season 10 Games<a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneNV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneNV</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/nevadapreps?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nevadapreps</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ttherzog?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ttherzog</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ZReyes_PRZ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZReyes_PRZ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/somersetloseefb?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@somersetloseefb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachbousley?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachbousley</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/702HSFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@702HSFB</a> <a href="https://t.co/gbnpfklU3E">pic.twitter.com/gbnpfklU3E</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1397828' first='Anthony' last='Manuel'] (@AIManuel07) <a href="https://twitter.com/AIManuel07/status/1862948693890277545?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->