PRZ Stock Up Showcase: SATX- Top Defensive Skill Players

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Redzone Stock Up Showcase pulled up to San Antonio, Tx this weekend to get a look at what Central Texas had to offer. Athletes from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and the surrounding areas showed up to put their talents on display. Below are a few of the top skill players from the defensive side of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1539542"],"_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-6797f419747cb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1539542' first='Tim' last='Cummings'], a defensive back from Brennan High School's Class of 2026, continues to solidify his reputation as one of the top young defenders in the area. At 5'11" and 175 pounds, Cummings capped a stellar junior season with 113 total tackles, 31 tackles for loss, 2 QB sacks, 3 forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, seven pass breakups, three interceptions, and a defensive touchdown, helping his team secure the 6A District Championship. He shined at this weekend's showcase, displaying his patience, smooth footwork, and coachability. A sticky defender who excels at breaking on the ball and playing through the hands of receivers, Cummings continues to impress as a versatile and disciplined playmaker.</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":1610955,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1598428' first='Colton' last='Hornsby']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_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":"190","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Smithson Valley","_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-6797f41974894"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1598428' first='Colton' last='Hornsby'], an outside linebacker from Smithson Valley High School's Class of 2026, is a dawg for the reigning 5A State Champions. Standing 6' and weighing 190 pounds, Hornsby tallied an impressive 152 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, two sacks, one forced fumble, two interceptions, and three defensive touchdowns during a dominant season. Known for his physicality and ability to play through the ball, Hornsby displays exceptional vision and fluidity in his hips and feet, allowing him to close on plays with precision. His athleticism and awareness make him a versatile defender and a vital piece of the Smithson Valley defense.</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":1610965,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Cameron Mattingly","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"185","_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":"Odessa Permian","_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-6797f41974937"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cameron Mattingly, a safety from Odessa Permian High School's Class of 2026, continues to prove why he's an All-District talent. Mattingly recorded 81 tackles, four interceptions, and nine pass break-ups this past season, showcasing his ability to impact all phases of the game. At a recent showcase, he was impressed with his solid build, sharp instincts, and camp-best 4.62 speed. Known for his disciplined coverage, Mattingly reads the ball exceptionally well and avoids peeking into the backfield in man coverage, making him a reliable and dynamic presence in the secondary. Look for this young man to have a great season in the fall of '25.</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":1610967,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1607054' first='Jayden' last='Nelson']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"192","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Antonian","_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-6797f419749c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1607054' first='Jayden' last='Nelson'], a linebacker from the Class of 2026 at Antonian, is the definition of heart over height. Despite standing 5'7" and weighing 190 pounds, Nelson plays like a giant on the field, racking up 90 total tackles, six tackles for loss, five sacks, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and a defensive touchdown in a dominant All-District season that helped his team claim the District Championship. At the recent showcase, Nelson stood out as a relentless worker with sneaky speed, impressive strength, and a high football IQ. Don't let his size fool you—Nelson is a certified menace on the gridiron who makes his presence felt on every snap.</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":1610970,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1608483' first='Gatlon' last='Cryer']","_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":"Cedar Hill HS","_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-6797f41974a54"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1608483' first='Gatlon' last='Cryer'], a promising defensive back from Cedar Hill High School's Class of 2027, is already making a name for himself with a solid Sophomore campaign. Cryer posted 55 total tackles, six tackles for loss, two pass breakups, and a forced fumble, showcasing his ability to make plays all over the field. At the showcase, he impressed with his strong foundational technique, ability to stay on the hip of receivers, and excellent make-up speed. A coachable and engaged player with great ball-tracking skills, Cryer has all the tools to develop into a very good defensive back as he moves into his Junior season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->