Robinson Report: Ohio’s 2028 No Fly Zone Part 2

<p>Ohio's 2028 defensive back group has enough depth that one article would not be enough. The first “No Fly Zone” spotlight showed the top-end talent in the class, but Part 2 keeps the conversation going with more defensive backs who have the length, speed, physical tools, and competitive makeup to become real names in this cycle.</p>   <p>This group brings a good mix of traits. Some are pure cover guys, some have safety/nickel versatility, some bring track speed, and others have the size to project into bigger matchup roles on the backend. As the 2028 class continues to develop, there are more Ohio defensive backs that college coaches need to have on the radar.</p>   <p></p>   <h5 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1639693' first='Allen' last='Brown Jr']. — DB/WR — Cincinnati Colerain — 5'10, 150 — 2028</strong></h5>   <p>Brown is an athletic defensive back prospect with the movement skills and two-way background to keep developing in Colerain's system. He has the quickness to play in space, and his offensive experience helps him understand route tempo, leverage, and how receivers try to create separation. Brown is not the biggest defensive back on this list, but he has the kind of twitch and competitive style that gives him value at corner or nickel. His track profile also shows sprint ability, with listed marks including 23.89 in the indoor 200 and 50.89 in the outdoor 400, which points to a prospect with speed and long-speed upside. As he continues to add strength, Brown could become one of the more intriguing Southwest Ohio defensive backs in the 2028 class. <strong>X: @allenbrown_1 | Hudl: Allen Brown</strong></p>   <p></p>   <h5 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Javon Harris — CB/ATH — North Ridgeville — 5'11, 175 — 2028</strong></h5>   <p>Harris is the type of defensive back who immediately stands out because of his speed profile and athletic confidence. His Hudl lists him as a North Ridgeville cornerback in the 2028 class, and his X profile lists him at 5-foot-11, 175 pounds, with a 4.47 40, a 3x track All-American background, and a 3.4 GPA. That speed matters on the backend because Harris can close space, recover vertically, and run with the skill and talent. What makes him interesting is that he has the frame to keep growing while already showing the athletic tools you want in a corner. North Ridgeville has had several prospects emerge in recent years, and Harris has the traits to be one of the next names that coaches circle early. <strong>X: @Javon_Harris7 | Hudl: Javon Harris</strong></p>   <p></p>   <h5 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1752695' first='Cameron' last='Chaney'] — DB/WR/ATH — Wooster — 6'3, 185 — 2028</strong></h5>   <p>Chaney is one of the more intriguing projection players in this group because of his length and versatility. At 6-foot-3, 185 pounds, he has the size to be a matchup defender and the athletic profile to continue developing as a defensive back, wide receiver, or overall athlete. His Hudl lists him as a Wooster cornerback/wide receiver in the 2028 class, and his prospect profile lists him as a 6-foot-3, 185-pound athlete with a 3.78 GPA. Chaney's length gives him value at the catch point, and his offensive background should help him track the ball and understand route concepts on defense. The biggest piece with him is projection. If he continues to clean up his technique and grow into his frame, Chaney has the body type and upside that could make him a very interesting name in Northeast Ohio. <strong>X: @cameronchaney28 | Hudl: [player_tooltip player_id='1752695' first='Cameron' last='Chaney']</strong></p>   <p></p>   <h5 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1591909' first='Bryland' last='Alexander'] — DB/WR — Gahanna Lincoln — 6'0, 178 — 2028</strong></h5>   <p>Alexander is already one of the more well-known names in Central Ohio's 2028 defensive back group, and the offer sheet matches the talent. He holds offers from South Florida and Miami (OH), and his Hudl lists him as a Gahanna Lincoln corner/free safety/wide receiver in the 2028 class. Alexander brings the versatility to play multiple spots in the secondary, and his offensive experience gives him added ball skills when the football is in the air. What stands out is the way he can cover ground and compete through contact. He has the size to play safety, the athletic ability to match up in coverage, and the two-way value that gives a coaching staff options. Alexander is a player who already has recruiting momentum, and he should continue to be one of the Central Ohio defensive backs that college coaches track closely. <strong>X: @brylandalexan9r | Hudl: [player_tooltip player_id='1591909' first='Bryland' last='Alexander']</strong></p>   <p></p>   <h5 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2128472' first='Noah' last='Wright'] — DB/WR/S — Barberton — 6'2, 170 — 2028</strong></h5>   <p>Wright is a long, multi-sport athlete with the frame and ball skills to fit into this “No Fly Zone” conversation. MaxPreps lists him as a Class of 2028 Barberton football and basketball athlete with football positions at DB and WR, while also noting two interceptions. His Hudl lists him with Barberton football in the 2028 class, and his basketball background matters because you can see how that type of movement, body control, and timing can translate to the defensive back position. At 6-foot-2, 170 pounds, Wright has the length to contest throws and the athletic upside to keep growing into a bigger defensive back role. He is the type of prospect who could project at safety, corner, or even a hybrid matchup spot depending on how his body develops. <strong>X: @noah_wright73 | Hudl: [player_tooltip player_id='2128472' first='Noah' last='Wright']</strong></p>

Ohio's 2028 defensive back group has enough depth that one article would not be enough. The first “No Fly Zone” spotlight showed the top-end talent in the class, but Part 2 keeps the conversation going with more defensive backs who have the length, speed, physical tools, and competitive makeup to become real names in this cycle.