PRZ NJ Combine: Standout Defensive Back Notes, Volume II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On Sunday, May 4 Prep Redzone New Jersey hosted our annual high school combine. This event featured combine testing, football skills/drills, and had roughly a combined 25 colleges either request scores or attend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are notes that I recorded while I was in attendance for the position group mentioned in the subject line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Be sure to follow me on&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/BrendanScoutsNJ"><strong>Twitter</strong></a>&nbsp;for the latest updates in New Jersey high school football.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It was a double-mint weekend, with two days of a pair of the same twins on back-to-back days for me, as I got an opportunity to get two looks at the Monroe twins this weekend. For those who cannot tell them apart, [player_tooltip player_id='835479' first='Nyko' last='Monroe'] is the one who plays defensive secondary - and does so quite well too. Athletically, Monroe moves really well - particularly when he must crossover run. Additionally, his hips flip around and allow him to say in outstanding position quite often. One thing is abundantly clear about Monroe's game: he wants to be physical when covering, <em>very </em>physical. Monroe needs to be conscientious when covering though, as some referees might consider him a bit too handsy... Hands is a great jumping off point for [player_tooltip player_id='1528108' first='Jaiden' last='Williamson']. Although he registered as a defensive back - hence why he is covered in this article - it appears that he competed as a receiver. In doing so, Williamson showed great balance along the sideline when running out routes. Furthermore, he did a great job extending his arms and exclusively using his hands to make catches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I might of fell in love with the defensive play of [player_tooltip player_id='1640952' first='Daniel' last='Love']. Love was silky-smooth, reading his matchup's body effectively, not biting at temptation, through all phases of their route. He will use his hands even though he does not have to in situations. For me, Love ought to trust his closing speed to make plays, rather than his hand, to avoid any iffy penalties... Nasar Richardson is a bit of an enigma for me. He registered, attended, is listed at 6'2" and 190lbs, but did not provide what year he graduates nor can I find anything on him when I Google this information. It is a shame because although Richardson might not have the best top-end speed, his eyes are trained extremely well and they were keyed in on his matchup at all times. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prep Redzone New Jersey Combine Event Coverage</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-offensive-eye-test-prospects-ready-for-college">Offensive Eye Test</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-defensive-eye-test-prospects-ready-for-college">Defensive Eye Test</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-combine-performances-defense">Top Combine Performers, Defense</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-combine-performances-offense">Top Combine Performers, Offense</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-defensive-back-notes-volume-i">Defensive Back Notes, Volume 1</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/06/prz-nj-combine-standout-defensive-back-notes-volume-ii">Defensive Back Notes, Volume 2</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/06/prz-nj-combine-standout-defensive-line-notes-volume-i">Defensive Line Notes, Volume 1</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-linebacker-notes-volume-i">Linebacker Notes, Volume 1</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-offensive-lineman-notes-volume-i">Offensive Line Notes, Volume 1</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-quarterback-notes-volume-i">Quarterback Notes, Volume 1</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-receiver-notes-volume-i">Receiver Notes, Volume 1</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/06/prz-nj-combine-standout-receivers-notes-volume-ii">Receiver Notes, Volume 2</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/05/prz-nj-combine-standout-running-back-notes-volume-i">Running Back Notes, Volume 1</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->