2029 Initial Watchlist Launch: Defensive Backs to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;OscarGalindo30&nbsp;in the coupon code area</em>.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are excited to launch the initial watchlist for the Iowa Class of 2029. After reviewing the state for standout freshmen, we compiled a list of 200 players who have the potential to develop into next-level prospects in the upcoming season. My next area of focus is the defensive backs, where we have a few players standing out in one of the toughest position groups to break into as a freshman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Full 2029 list&nbsp;<a href="https://prepredzone.com/iowa/rankings/iowa-high-school-football-2029-class-player-rankings/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out these defensive backs ready to make a name for themselves:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2074474"],"_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-698fa937b8634"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Akron-Westfield's [player_tooltip player_id='2074474' first='Ben' last='St. Pierre'] had a promising frosh season in which he was able to get his feet wet in varsity competition. He contributed on both offense and defense, with his biggest impact coming on the defensive side, where he tallied 38 tackles and a TFL. This production speaks to Ben's willingness to get his nose into the action despite only being a freshman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2112442"],"_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-698fa937b869f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Norwalk Warriors roster is always a solid place to go looking for future college prospects, including freshman [player_tooltip player_id='2112442' first='Graham' last='Wilkening']. Graham had a limited role in year one, where he was able to tally eight total tackles. He has the build for a DB at 6'1" and 170 pounds with room to continue adding mass to his frame.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2074520"],"_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-698fa937b86e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Waukon had a solid season in which they reached the second round of the 2A playoffs and saw players like freshman [player_tooltip player_id='2074520' first='Tytan' last='Weymiller'] emerge as budding stars. Tytan ended his freshman campaign with 26.5 tackles, two TFLs, two interceptions, and a blocked kick. Tytan has solid size for the safety position at 6'1" and 170 pounds with good length to his frame. He is very shifty in coverage, showing he can quickly break on the ball and can roam his zones effectively. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23924773/6908bef6dd5da57f80875109' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699145d79b336"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2074486"],"_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-698fa937b872c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coon Rapids-Bayard's [player_tooltip player_id='2074486' first='Andrew' last='McAlister'] is another player who saw a good chunk of varsity reps as a freshman. Andrew flashed on both sides of the ball with 197 rushing yards, four rushing touchdowns, 36.5 tackles, three TFLs, and a fumble recovery.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2074513"],"_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-698fa937b8771"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2074513' first='Bryce' last='Pettit'] made a great introduction to the varsity ranks after a strong showing for the East Union Eagles. Bryce was all over the place as he recorded 18 receptions, 212 receiving yards, 45 rushing yards, four receiving touchdowns, a rushing touchdown, 34 tackles, an interception, and a KR touchdown. Bryce is a gamer on the field with top-tier twitch, making him difficult to catch in the open field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make sure to follow&nbsp;<em>@PRZ_OscarG</em>&nbsp;for more news on Nebraska and Iowa HS recruiting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->