2026 Defensive Backs Playing Winning Football

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2026 defensive backs are playing excellent football right now...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1682846"],"_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-68da93ed8cbfa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A playmaking senior defensive back from South Georgia having a giant senior season, Causey is a ball-hawk in the secondary who plays the ball well and brings natural playmaking ability in coverage. The lean, active defensive back can play all over the secondary and is having a big 2025 season so far, picking off four passes through his first three games. He intercepted three passes against Bacon County and one more against Mitchell County. He's ranked as the No. 70 overall DB in Georgia for the 2026 class and should see than ranking rise in the next update this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1608479"],"_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-68da93ed8cc85"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more underrated two-way players in Cherokee County, Penrod is a playmaking receiver who also shines in the Creekview secondary. He plays fast, shows good instincts on defense, and knows how to make a sound, fundamental tackle on the ball-carrier. He plays hard, shows strong ball skills, and has been one of the better athletes in the region so far during the 2025 season. The sleeper athlete has made 40 tackles through his first five games with three TFLs, two pass-breakups, one forced fumble and another fumble recovery. He's playing at a high level and should be added to the next 2026 Prep Redzone rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1921939"],"_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-68dbbe9563da5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A fast-rising defensive back in Atlanta, Webb is a natural defender in the secondary with above-average length and ball skills. He has a nose for the football and closes quickly on the receiver. When the ball is in the area, Webb is more than likely coming down with it. He's a sleeper senior waiting with D1-caliber potential who has already picked off three passes in coverage this season. The 6-foot-0 175-pounder is playing as well as any defensive back in the region and will be an easy addition to the next Prep Redzone rankings at the end of the year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1201793"],"_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-68dbbe9563e58"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A do-it-all athlete in Middle Georgia who plays all over the field for Bleckley County, Stanley is a productive running back and receiver out of the backfield on offense while showing he's one of the best defenders in the region. He's an outstanding athlete who has really shined defensively as he's made 17 tackles and four INTs in coverage. He plays hard, understands his role, and consistently puts himself in a position to make plays. He's having a great senior season and doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon. This two-way player is on his way to All-Region honors if he keeps playing at a high level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1921969"],"_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-68dbbe9563ec8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An Athens-area athlete with impressive speed, burst, and natural athleticism, Battle is a two-way player who has been extremely effective in coverage this year. He brings good size and strong hands at wide receiver, and he knows how to cover receivers down the field on defense. He's a sure tackler who has made 18 tackles, but he's also been a dynamic playmaker who has picked off three passes. He's a natural at the position with a strong feel and big-play ability. He flashes easy D1-caliber talent and is having a terrific final season so far this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->