STOCK RISERS: 2027 DBs Earn Big Rankings Boost

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2027 defensive backs saw a big rankings boost on Prep Redzone...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["378431"],"_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-6878f73c1bf62"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A big safety prospect with the ability to make plays on both sides of the ball, Cole is an instinctive defensive back with plenty of size at 6-foot-2 195-pounds. He's a physical defender and a stout run defender who can also make plays on the ball in coverage. He's one of the top returning defenders in the Atlanta area and is bound for a giant junior season for Douglas County this fall. Now, Cole is ranked as the No. 10 overall prospect and the No. 3 DB in Georgia for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["378402"],"_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-6878f73c1bfca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A speedy three-way player with natural playmaking ability, Caldwell did a little bit of everything as a sophomore for Parkview last season, making plays on offense and special teams while being a consistent defender in the secondary. He brings a lengthy frame, strong instincts, and the potential to turn into a do-it-all safety at the next level. As a sophomore last season, Caldwell made 49 tackles, four TFLs and one fumble recovery that he took back for a score. He's now ranked by Prep Redzone as the No. 6 DB prospect and the No. 21 overall prospect in Georgia.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1647198"],"_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-6878f73c1c051"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A small-town athlete who excels everywhere he's lied up, Johnson is an explosive prospect with tremendous ball skills and big-play ability. He shines in coverage and knows how to play the ball like a receiver. He's consistently one of the best players on the field and was a big-play threat all season long as a sophomore. He can run, jump, tackle, and has seen his recruitment take off this off-season. He was due for a rankings bump in the latest update and is now the No. 7 DB and the No. 35 overall prospect in the state according to Prep Redzone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1201849"],"_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-6878f73c1c0e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile defensive back who can play on the outside or in the slot, Elzey is sound in coverage and knows how to wrap up and make a secure tackle on the ball-carrier. He runs well and has a nose for the football, constantly putting himself in a position to make a big play for the Brookwood defense. He also shined on special teams and is one of the top returning players for the broncos this fall. He's a dependable prospect who could help in all three phases of the game as a junior this fall. After a strong 2025 season, Elzey is now ranked as the No. 10 DB and the No. 47 overall prospect in Georgia for the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1544940"],"_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-6878f73c1c160"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the state's biggest playmakers in the secondary, Green is a football magnet with outstanding ball skills and big-play ability. He was a turnover machine last season as he picked off six passes in coverage while recovering two fumbles. He's a sure tackler against the run as he made 75 tackles and three INTs. He's one of the top returning defensive backs in the Atlanta area who saw a rise in the latest rankings update. He's now ranked as the No. 14 DB and the No. 59 overall prospect in the state who should continue to climb the rankings more and more over time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->