Fast-Rising Defensive Backs To Know This Spring

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2026 defensive backs are bound for big senior seasons in 2025...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["283802"],"_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-678579772cb1a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile Middle Georgia defensive back out of Peach County with impressive length, quickness, and toughness against the run, Hughley can line up at either safety or cornerback in the secondary with impressive closing speed not only in coverage, but against the run as well. He's a sure-tackling defender who really shined as a junior last year. The 6-foot-3 180-pounder has played better and better throughout his career and could be one of the region's best defenders in 2025 as a senior. He'll see a ranking increase in the next update and he recently earned a new offer from UNLV.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1221868"],"_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-678579772cb81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An outstanding natural athlete who can make big plays in all three aspects of the game, Davis is a sure-handed receiver and one of the best returners across the state for the 2026 class. He's also an impressive defensive back who shows quick feet, fluid hips, and the ability to stay in the back pocket of opposing receivers. He brings above-average length, strong instincts in coverage, and natural big-play ability. He's a reliable weapon in the secondary who could see his stock, and recruitment, really pick up this spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1600605"],"_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-678579772cbcd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another Cobb County defensive back on the rise, Tyson is a sure-tackling, hard-hitting defender who can cover ground in the secondary while giving the Kell defense a weapon close to the line of scrimmage. He's an active, disruptive player who plays with confidence both against the pass and in the run game. He wraps up consistently and brings a decent frame to the table as well. He's earned recent offers from South Florida and Memphis with more offers likely to come his way over the next several months. Look for him to be added to the next 2026 rankings this spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1602268"],"_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-6787cbe50ba8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An instinctive, quick-reacting cornerback with above-average length and deceptive speed down the field, this Atlanta native has enough talent and natural ability to line up on the outside and cover impressive receivers down the field. He's an aggressive, sure-tackling defensive back who wraps up consistently and has a knack for finding the ball. He made 31 tackles this fall along with eight pass deflections in coverage. He's a big-city prospect on the rise who recently earned offer from Georgia Tech, Auburn, Memphis, among others. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401550"],"_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-6787cbe50bb25"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A metro-Atlanta defensive back with natural cover skills and outstanding instincts in coverage, Burden is a big-play machine who was able to lock down receivers and deliver a physical hit on the ball-carrier. A versatile defensive back with a promising 6-foot-1 175-pound frame, Burden was a football magnet this past season and did a great job of making his way to the ball. The playmaking Dutchtown defender made 36 tackles, two INTs and one pass deflection. He's ranked as the No. 20 DB in the state and is seeing his recruitment pick up some this month.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->