Fast-Rising 2028 Defensive Backs To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2028 defensive backs are seeing their stock rise in the 2028 class...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1200323"],"_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-6a32ddb52ec44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An active defender who shows toughness in the run game and dependable ball skills in the secondary, Dixon has a natural feel for the game and a knack for finding his way to the play. He can create fumbles with his aggressive style of tackling while being able to make a big play in the ball in coverage. The metro-Atlanta athlete is one of the top overall defensive backs south of Atlanta who can absolutely play at the Power Four level down the road. He's an active, physical player for his size who has a chance to light up the stat sheet in several phases of the game in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2151394"],"_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-6a32ddb52ec82"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A dynamic two-way player who made a massive impact all over the field last fall, Carter was an All-Region performer as a sophomore last season for Pebblebrook, catching 64 passes for 760 yards and seven touchdowns on offense, while also shutting down opposing receivers in the secondary. Carter is an easy D1-caliber talent who has a chance to put up even bigger numbers this fall as a junior. Another outstanding defensive back prospect with strong hands, Carter should see a bump in the next Prep Redzone rankings this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2230363"],"_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-6a32ddb52eca5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A small-town defensive back with a nose for the football, Calhoun is an active member of the South Effingham defense with good instincts and the ability to make a play on the ball. The 5-foot-11 165-pounder is strong against the run, but was really impactful against the pass, showing sound cover skills and picking off three passes last season as a sophomore. The Guyton, Georgia native has D1-caliber potential and will be an easy addition to the next Prep Redzone rankings this summer. With a strong junior season in 2026 Calhoun could see some respectable offers come his way this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2230374"],"_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-6a32e51e1e45c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another small-town defensive back flying under the radar, Ingram is an instinctive defender in coverage down the field who also knows how to wrap up properly in the run game. He shows natural instincts, he plays fast, and was one of the more productive defensive backs in the region last fall. Just a sophomore, the Marion County standout made 50 tackles, forced two fumbles, and picked off one pass in coverage. The rural Georgia native will be added to the summer Prep Redzone rankings and has a chance to have a really strong junior season in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2230377"],"_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-6a32e51e1e480"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lean, athletic safety in the Buford area who earned a big offer this week from the Georgia Bulldogs, Reeves is a playmaking defensive back on the rise in the 2028 class coming off a big second season for Mountain View where he made 50 tackles, seven pass-breakups and one INT. He shows good length and athleticism at 6-foot-1 185-pounds who closes quickly when the ball is in the air. Look for this sure-tackling defensive back to see a bump in the next Prep Redzone rankings soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->