2027’s Up Next: Defensive Backs to Watch in 2026

<p>With national signing day approaching next month, all eyes will focus on the class of 2027. In this evaluation, we will examine the top talents and under-the-radar prospects who can make a significant leap in 2026.</p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2110096' first='Jatavion' last='Wilson'] is an athletic and lengthy defensive back who was All-Conference in 2025. He ran a 10.98 in the 100M in track. Wilson works effectively in zone coverage, transitioning when someone crosses into his area with solid change of direction and lateral quickness. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/toofasthuh/status/2004678529309397112?s=20 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1606874' first='Ulysses' last='Davis'] is a prospect who I expect to garner more attention in 2026. He utilizes his athletic ability in all phases. Davis displays solid read-and-react skills, effectively pursuing ball carriers from behind with good angles and a strong motor. He possesses the fluidity and footwork to change direction and transition effectively.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ulysses_davis09/status/1882093954335637693?s=20 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1591677' first='Grayson' last='Daspit'] is a safety to add to the recruiting board. He plays sideline-to-sideline, downhill, and excels in zone coverage and run support. He displays solid read-and-react ability, attacking downhill with solid foot quickness and angles on the ball. Daspit is a strong single-high safety with the ability to be physical at the POA. Keep an eye on him.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DaspitGrayson/status/2002118906451013973?s=20 </div></figure>     <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1536059' first='David' last='Mcculley III'] is a breakout candaidte for 2026. He's technique sound as he plays his assignments well. He displays solid footwork in his backpedal, along with the ability to read and react effectively, positioning himself to make plays on the football. I expect him to take that next leap this year. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/trippmcculley27/status/1925721250610999756?s=20 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1683284' first='Ashton' last='Jones'] is another safety to add to your watch list. He plays with a high motor, chasing down ball carriers with solid angles at all field levels. Jones displays solid read and react ability in the deep thirds. He demonstrates solid burst and change of direction, giving him the ability to position himself to challenge the catch point and force a PBU over the top. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AshtonJones000/status/2000409818616504563?s=20 </div></figure>

With national signing day approaching next month, all eyes will focus on the class of 2027. In this evaluation, we will examine the top talents and under-the-radar prospects who can make a significant leap in 2026.