2028 Rankings Update: Who Are The Top DBs On Our List?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've got some seriously talented defenders here in our 2028 class!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we're looking towards the secondary and watching some of our top DBs! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You won't want to miss out on this group, do yourself a favor and watch some of their tape below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1092251"],"_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-687ed00c1769f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1092251' first='Zion' last='Westry'] is a talented DB out of Hewitt-Trussville who's staying as our #1 DB and #15 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Westry is a gifted DB who can come up with big stops against the run and pass. Westry has great instincts and is terrific at flying to the ball- against the run, Westry is terrific in pursuit and has also shown the ability to strip the ball and create turnovers. In coverage, Westry is tough to beat downfield, has great ball skills, and frequently breaks up passes- he came away with some huge stops in the red zone and deep downfield last fall.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em> I think what impresses me most with Westry's tape is how willing and talented of a tackler he is- he takes terrific angles, wraps up really well, and is always willing to come downfield and deliver big hits, no matter who has the ball.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Westry picked up an offer from Southern Miss earlier this year, and I'm sure more schools will be taking notice of him soon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Westry has some great tape you can watch below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17431232/67195190b21753a737414cde' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687ed00c17a17"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1634530"],"_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-687ed00c17aa9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1634530' first='Jermaine' last='Bush III'] is a talented DB out of Theodore who's coming in as our #2 DB and #29 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Bush already has a well-rounded skill set that he uses to make plays out in coverage and against the run. He's already terrific at tackling- he does well in pursuit, taking great angles and using his closing speed to track and take down the ball carrier in the open field and down by the line of scrimmage.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Bush is just as good in coverage- he provides a ton of security over the top of the field as a safety, doesn't let anyone get behind him, and has the vision and ball skills to break up passes and haul in interceptions downfield.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bush ended the year with 18 total tackles (11 solo and 7 assisted), one INT, and one PBU. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Teams at the next level are starting to take notice- Bush picked up his first offer from Louisiana a little while back, and is sure to have more sent his way soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out some of Bush's tape below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22059628/6739ab1db978c2e407e0e965' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687ed00c17ae5"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624747"],"_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-687ed00c17b6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1624747' first='Eli' last='King'] is a talented DB out of Thompson who's coming in as our #3 DB and #37 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>King shows a ton of promise on offense but is even more productive out in the secondary. He has great instincts, is quick to react, and has great closing speed he uses to fly around the field and make plays. King is an impressive run defender; he's a physical DB who can fight off blocks, pursue, and take down the ball carrier with ease.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>King picked up an offer from West Alabama earlier this year- I won't be surprised to see more head his way soon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out some of King's film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19583198/67ce054fd06942847b4024fb' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687ed00c17ba9"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1642540"],"_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-687ed00c17c29"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1642540' first='Kamari' last='English'] is a talented DB out of Oxford who's coming in as our #4 DB and #39 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>English has already shown so many great things out in coverage- he's patient, terrific at tracking the ball, and has the ball skills, hands, and closing speed to come away with some impressive PBUs and INTs. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>English is just as good at defending the run- he's a physical DB who plays with great pursuit, fights through blockers, and can wrap up and deliver big hits to the ball carrier nearly every snap.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last fall, English ended his freshman year with 55 total tackles (19 solo, 36 assisted), 3 INTs, 4 PBUs, and one FF.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure you check out some of English's tape below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17814570/6750e32711000ebc6afad5f8' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687ed00c17c61"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1636390"],"_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-687ed00c17cd9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1636390' first='Kendall' last='Harris'] is a talented DB out of St. Clair County who's coming in as our #5 DB and #42 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“<em>Harris is a highly intelligent and athletic DB who can play both the run and pass extremely well. Harris is constantly near the ball- he's great at identifying plays, has impressive speed/pursuit, and is a strong tackler with great ball skills out in coverage.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I'm seriously impressed with Harris's ability to force turnovers. He has a knack for getting his hands on the ball, whether by dishing out a massive hit to force a fumble or by tracking and picking the ball off through the air. You can always count on him to make game-changing plays</em>–<em>&nbsp;it's seriously impressive to watch.</em>“</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris ended his freshman campaign with 60 total tackles, 2 INTs, one PBU, and 3 FFs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watch some of Harris' tape below, you'll come away impressed:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20440906/677ea83e963f5c08665056ff' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687ed00c17d10"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2028","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2495","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2446","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687ed00c189f0"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->