Top 5 Defensive Backs in Forsyth County

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're winding down our Triad Deep Dives series, where we're in the process of ranking the top players at each position in Forysth and Guilford Counties. So far, we've covered over 100 prospects in the two counties, and finishing off the defensive position groups in two of North Carolina's most competitive counties. Here, we're looking at the defensive back class in Forsyth County.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Best DBs in Forsyth County</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Editor's Note: The ranked defensive backs are listed in order from first to fifth. Other names in no particular order. Rankings reflect a combination of 2025 production and predicted 2026 impact.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Other Forsyth County Deep Dives:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/deep-dive-top-5-forsyth-county-qbs/">QB</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/top-5-rbs-in-forsyth-county/">RB</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/top-6-wrs-in-forsyth-county/">WR</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/top-6-ol-in-forsyth-county/">OL</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/top-5-edge-rushers-in-forsyth-county/">Edge Rusher</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/top-6-interior-defensive-linemen-in-forsyth-county/">IDL</a><br><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/top-6-lbs-in-forsyth-county/">LB</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1393949"],"_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-69e62bf6c4e50"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dobson is a high-level lab-built defensive back who plays more safety at the high school level, but is probably a college corner, if his speed checks out. He put on some weight this offseason, and his length, speed, and ball skills allow him to match up with all sorts of receivers. If he continues to develop, he's a future Power Four defensive back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2126976"],"_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-69e62bf6c4f90"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Though Phillips has been a two-year starter, he's a newer guy to our radar. He's versatile, able to play close to the line of scrimmage or flex out to play man coverage in the slot. He's a cerebral player who puts himself in position to make plays. Right now, he's better against the run than in pass coverage, but he has the athletic profile to suggest he'll make some plays on the ball and pick off a pass or two as a senior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1974721"],"_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-69e62bf6c500f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Though he played most often as a deep safety for Northwest Guilford, he's a high-level run defender who can get downhill in a hurry. Now, he's transferring over to East Forysth, and I'm interested to see what role he plays there. A Prep Redzone Showcase veteran, his lateral quickness and instincts are excellent, and I could see him getting some reps at outside linebacker because of that.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2167302"],"_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-69e62bf6c5099"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gist is an extremely athletic two-way player who made our <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/04/top-6-wrs-in-forsyth-county/">Forsyth County wide receivers</a> list earlier this month, but he was actually more productive on defense. The Bishop McGuinness star had seven interceptions last year as a safety and nickel defender. He has great instincts and the explosive ability to make plays on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2176014"],"_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-69e62bf6c5114"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another two-way guy on this list, Galloway's defensive film is great. He's able to stick with players in man coverage, breaking on balls when targeted, and making plays from his safety position. He flashed physicality, and if he becomes a bit more consistent in his run fits, he'll continue to improve as a talented all-around safety.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other Names To Know</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2160225' first='Chantler' last='Arroyo']</strong> | Winston Salem Prep</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Antonio Kelly Jr.</strong> | Reagan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>It's camp season, and we're coming to Charlotte on May 1 for our PRZ Exposure Camp under the lights on a Friday night.&nbsp;<a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2214/register/exposure-series-north-carolina">Secure your spot</a>&nbsp;and use promo code WillHelms10 at checkout for $10 off. 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