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2028s: Defensive Back Prospects to Watch

2028s: Defensive Back Prospects to Watch
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards February 17, 2025 @ 10:24 AM
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Adrian Spratt
Adrian Spratt 5'8" | 145 lbs | DB | 2028
AR
Stone Jackson
Stone Jackson 5'7" | 140 lbs | DB | 2028
AR
Jayden Arnold
Jayden Arnold 5'9" | 155 lbs | DB/WR | 2028
AR
Aaron Haynie
Aaron Haynie 5'10" | 140 lbs | DB | 2028
AR
Landan Adams
Landan Adams 6'1" | 180 lbs | DB | 2028
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Arkansas 2028s will be sophomores next school year, marking a significant opportunity to showcase their skills before recruitment intensifies in their junior year. Here are five prospects to watch closely:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1193898"],"_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-67b3622151d4b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1193898' first='Landan' last='Adams'] has been excelling as a defensive back this spring. He effectively uses his vision to read plays and routes. His solid read-and-react ability enables him to arrive at the catch point, where he can either force a PBU or INT. He's played corner and safety. Keep an eye on him throughout 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.3 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/LandoA_11/status/1886244255837892724","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/LandoA_11/status/1886244255837892724 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1206441"],"_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-67b3622151e0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1206441' first='Aaron' last='Haynie'] is looking to take that next leap this off-season. Haynie is willing to make a tackle in space with solid angles and physicality at the POA. He showcases a solid read and react ability, breaking on the ball downhill with solid foot quickness and angles against the run. He can also arrive at the catch point to force a PBU.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.2 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/haynie_aaron","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/haynie_aaron </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1325863"],"_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-67b3622151ed8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1325863' first='Jayden' last='Arnold'] is a versatile prospect who plays both defensive back and wide receiver, showcasing his athleticism. He possesses a sideline-to-sideline motor that enables him to chase down ball carriers and make plays in open space. He is aiming to take another step forward this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.0 GPA<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jayden_arnold15/status/1848441263399571545","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/jayden_arnold15/status/1848441263399571545 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1571118"],"_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-67b3622151f9f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1571118' first='Adrian' last='Spratt'] is a versatile defensive back who can play multiple positions in the secondary. His solid athletic ability and quick reactions allow him to effectively position himself to make football plays. Keep an eye on his progression in 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/SprattAdrian24","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/SprattAdrian24 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1451007"],"_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-67b362215206c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1451007' first='Stone' last='Jackson'] is a player to watch this off-season. He displays solid read and reaction in the secondary, allowing him to locate the football and attack downhill to make plays in space. His reactions position him to arrive at the catch point, enabling him to force a PBU or INT. Jackson also displays solid footwork and the ability to transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Stone_j9/status/1873877638689022229","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Stone_j9/status/1873877638689022229 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The Arkansas 2028s will be sophomores next school year, marking a significant opportunity to showcase their skills before recruitment intensifies in their junior year. Here are five prospects to watch closely:

Landan Adams

Landan Adams

AR
DB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 180
POS DB
CLASS 2028
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Landan
Adams DB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
180
HS
Little Rock Parkview
|
AR
2028s: Defensive Back Prospects to Watch
Landan Adams has been excelling as a defensive back this spring. He effectively uses his vision to read...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Landan Adams

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State: Arkansas
School: Little Rock Parkview
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Aaron Haynie

Aaron Haynie

AR
DB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 140
POS DB
CLASS 2028
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Aaron
Haynie DB
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
140
HS
Conway
|
AR
2028s: Defensive Back Prospects to Watch
Aaron Haynie is looking to take that next leap this off-season. Haynie is willing to make a tackle...
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Aaron Haynie

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State: Arkansas
School: Conway
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Jayden Arnold

Jayden Arnold

AR
DB/WR
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 155
POS DB/WR
CLASS 2028
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Jayden
Arnold DB/WR
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
Weight
155
HS
Searcy
|
AR
2028s: Defensive Back Prospects to Watch
Jayden Arnold is a versatile prospect who plays both defensive back and wide receiver, showcasing his athleticism. He...
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Jayden Arnold

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State: Arkansas
School: Searcy
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Highlights

Adrian Spratt

Adrian Spratt

AR
DB
HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 145
POS DB
CLASS 2028
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Adrian
Spratt DB
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
Weight
145
HS
Jacksonville
|
AR
2028s: Defensive Back Prospects to Watch
Adrian Spratt is a versatile defensive back who can play multiple positions in the secondary. His solid athletic...
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Adrian Spratt

State: Arkansas
School: Jacksonville
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Stone Jackson

Stone Jackson

AR
DB
HEIGHT 5'7"
WEIGHT 140
POS DB
CLASS 2028
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Stone
Jackson DB
Class
2028
Height
5'7"
Weight
140
HS
Little Rock Central
|
AR
2028s: Defensive Back Prospects to Watch
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Stone Jackson

State: Arkansas
School: Little Rock Central
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