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2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs

2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards April 9, 2026 @ 12:04 PM
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Tanner Simmons
Tanner Simmons 6'2" | 205 lbs | DB/LB | 2027
AR
Ayden Gillespie
Ayden Gillespie 5'9" | 150 lbs | DB | 2027
AR
Dane Renick
Dane Renick 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB | 2027
AR
Dy’lan Brim
Dy’lan Brim 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB/WR | 2028
AR
Aaron Freeman
Aaron Freeman 5'8" | 130 lbs | DB/WR | 2028
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are several game scenarios critical to a player's success, and one of the most important is the two-minute drill. These five defensive backs have proven they can shut down offenses and prevent late-game scoring. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1852373"],"_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-69d7dc20df30e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1852373' first='Dane' last='Renick'] is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. He's a versatile prospect who can line up at safety within the deep thirds, inside the box, or near the boundary. He is a reliable and consistent tackler in space when attacking downhill. Renick plays with a high motor and utilizes his athletic ability all over the field to chase down ball carriers and undercut routes. He can drop back into coverage and lock down his zone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DaneRenick6/status/2029902033382191211?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DaneRenick6/status/2029902033382191211?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2081823"],"_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-69d7dc20df3a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2081823' first='Tanner' last='Simmons'] is going to be a successful player on Saturday's. He's a physical, hard-hitting safety who can play in the deep thirds or line up inside the box, showcasing his scheme versatility. Simmons displays the ability to read and react effectively, as well as attack downhill with good foot speed and angles in pursuit. He's strong and smart in zone coverage, transitioning, and challenging the catch point effectively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/TannerSimmons30/status/2025006142506602616?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TannerSimmons30/status/2025006142506602616?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1903910"],"_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-69d7dc20df407"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1903910' first='Ayden' last='Gillespie'] has transferred from Maumelle to North Little Rock. He'll garner more attention this fall. He can play the nickel and/or off-ball corner at the next level due to his athletic ability. Gillespie is a solid man-to-man corner who can run the opposition's routes. He can transition from zone effectively to make a tackle in space due to solid COD, burst, and technique. Keep an eye on him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AydenGill2027/status/2041289451058413765?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AydenGill2027/status/2041289451058413765?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1398518"],"_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-69d7dc20df46c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1398518' first='Dy'lan' last='Brim'] was an electric wide receiver who moved to defensive back last season and flashed his athletic ability. Brim displayed solid ability to be a press-man corner, with strong hand usage, fluid hip transition, and footwork. I expect him to take another leap this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/dbproblemzz/status/2016623379512521110?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/dbproblemzz/status/2016623379512521110?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1206047"],"_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-69d7dc20df4bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1206047' first='Aaron' last='Freeman'] is going to open up more eyes in 2026. His athletic ability is impressive, which allows him to stick to the hip of receivers. Freeman displays good read-and-react skills, enabling him to quickly break on the ball and arrive at the catch point.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AaronFreeman1_/status/1909630312956432404?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AaronFreeman1_/status/1909630312956432404?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

There are several game scenarios critical to a player's success, and one of the most important is the two-minute drill. These five defensive backs have proven they can shut down offenses and prevent late-game scoring.

Dane Renick

Dane Renick

AR
DB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 175
POS DB
CLASS 2027
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Dane Renick

State: Arkansas
School: Bentonville West

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2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. He's a versatile prospect who can line up at safety within the deep thirds, inside the box, or near the boundary. He is a reliable and consistent…

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Harding (AR)
Tanner Simmons

Tanner Simmons

AR
DB/LB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 205
POS DB/LB
CLASS 2027
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Tanner Simmons

State: Arkansas
School: Harding Academy

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2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs is going to be a successful player on Saturday's. He's a physical, hard-hitting safety who can play in the deep thirds or line up inside the box, showcasing his scheme versatility. Simmons displays the ability to…

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Ayden Gillespie

Ayden Gillespie

AR
DB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 150
POS DB
CLASS 2027
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Ayden Gillespie

State: Arkansas
School: North Little Rock

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2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs has transferred from Maumelle to North Little Rock. He'll garner more attention this fall. He can play the nickel and/or off-ball corner at the next level due to his athletic ability. Gillespie is a solid man-to-man…

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Dy’lan Brim

Dy’lan Brim

AR
DB/WR
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS DB/WR
CLASS 2028
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State: Arkansas
School: Little Rock Mills

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2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs was an electric wide receiver who moved to defensive back last season and flashed his athletic ability. Brim displayed solid ability to be a press-man corner, with strong hand usage, fluid hip transition, and footwork. I…

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Aaron Freeman

Aaron Freeman

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DB/WR
HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 130
POS DB/WR
CLASS 2028
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Aaron Freeman

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State: Arkansas
School: Robinson

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2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs 2 Minute Drill: Lockdown Defensive Backs is going to open up more eyes in 2026. His athletic ability is impressive, which allows him to stick to the hip of receivers. Freeman displays good read-and-react skills, enabling him to quickly break on the…

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