Offseason Watch: 28 Defensive Backs Looking to Make a Jump

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1658498' first='Dominic' last='Mcinnis'] | 5'10” 145 | Downers Grove North</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mcinnis brings a lean frame with room to grow physically over the next few seasons. Adding strength and improving play speed will be key areas of focus this offseason. As he continues developing his body and sharpening coverage fundamentals, he has the tools to become a dependable defensive back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Matthew Ravenscraft | 6'0” 165 | Stevenson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ravenscraft already has good length for the position and projects well as his frame continues to fill out. At 6'0”, he has the size that translates well to both corner and safety roles. Improving strength and reaction speed will be important this offseason. With continued development, he has the traits to climb within the class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2140434' first='Anthony' last='Joseph'] | 5'10” 165 | Glenbrook South</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Joseph has a balanced frame and shows traits that translate to the secondary. Continued work on footwork, change of direction, and overall explosiveness will be important. As he refines technique and builds strength, he has the potential to develop into a reliable defensive back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1688258' first='Mason' last='Mahone'] | 5'8” 140 | St. Laurence</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mahone is still early in his physical development and will benefit from adding significant strength and mass. The offseason focus will be on improving durability and explosiveness. If the physical growth comes, his quickness and developing instincts could help him carve out a role in the secondary.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2140431' first='Bob' last='Sanders'] | Loyola</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sanders remains somewhat of an unknown physically, which makes the upcoming offseason important for evaluation. As verified measurements and continued development come into focus, his projection will become clearer. Improved testing numbers and on-field production could quickly raise his profile.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nolan Inglis | 5'11” 145 | Naperville North</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Inglis has a long frame with room to add weight over the next couple seasons. Strength development and improved physicality will be key steps in his progression. If he continues building his body while refining coverage skills, he has the potential to make noticeable strides moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->