2027 Class Best Available Defenders

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Take a look at the notable 2027 defenders that are uncommitted. </h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">D1 size and skillset at 5'11" 200 lbs., playing the position smart and instinctively. Anticipation and speed allow him to cover the whole field, rarely caught out of position. Smooth transitional speed with quick acceleration to break on the ball once he diagnoses the throw. Plays full speed and physical on every snap, just as comfortable disrupting passes as he is triggering downhill in run support. A well-rounded safety whose instincts and range give him a high floor at the next level. Carries two D1 offers going into his senior season from Nevada and NAU.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/_DevinTaylor_/status/2000056018697363757 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Kupu has been one of the most underrecruited 2027 players in the state while also being one of the most productive in a high level program. He's a pure defensive football player at 6'0” 220 lbs. with a great nose for the ball. He's violent against the run, filling lanes quickly and aggressively. Also shows he can drop back and cover ground against the pass to close throwing lanes and limit yards after the catch. Maintains good leverage in pursuit, flying with speed to close space and finish plays sideline to sideline. Finally picked up his first offer from Arkansas State last week but he's a physical and complete LB that should be drawing more recruiting attention than he currently is.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/iona_kupu/status/2016027877800870001 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Cannon now holds five D1 offers from NAU, New Mexico, New Mexico State, Utah Tech, and Dartmouth and is one of the top ranked uncommitted 2027 prospects in the state. He's a dynamic defender at 6'3” 195 lbs. with the skillset to be recruitable at multiple positions and in different schemes. Length is an asset giving him extra range to close throwing windows and the reach to disrupt receivers at the catch point. He's a high level competitor that is looking to make plays and triggers without hesitation. Good short area burst and quickness out of his transition, he closes ground in a hurry and responds well to breaks and ball movement in real time. Equally comfortable in man or zone showing the ball skills to locate and play the throw whether he's working from depth or in tight coverage. Strong tackler that uses good technique and force in space. Projects as a scheme versatile piece for the secondary with a high ceiling still to tap into.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/cannoncolliins/status/1996999447449162013 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">McComber's recruitment has been steady since midseason 2025 now holding 5 offers from NAU, New Mexico, Western Michigan, Sacramento State, and Arkansas State. 6'1” 210 lbs. he's an active defender that can be a three down player at the college level. Solid run defender, can drop into zone coverage, and is effective blitzing/rushing the passer. Difficult to block he attacks blockers and disengages when the play is to him and beats them with speed on plays away. Like his ability to work laterally and scrape over the top while staying square to the LOS. Possesses a well-rounded skillset for the position and is a high effort, hard nosed player. Will be interesting to watch his recruitment unfold in the upcoming months.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ChrisMcComber/status/1998605128379806027 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Newcombe is another one of the more slept on prospects in the 2027 class given his size, athleticism, and multi-dimensional skillset. 6'0” 215 lbs. he possesses a well-built frame for a college level LB with the athleticism to match. He's an aggressive defender that plays downhill and physical to disrupt opposing offenses. Quick to read and react to his keys, he's able to anticipate play location and get to the spot before it can develop. In combination with his playing strength, he demonstrates good athleticism and short area speed on both sides of the ball. Holds offers from NAU and Fort Lewis to date but who ever lands him is getting a steal.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/micahnewcombe3/status/1986316422403006986 </div></figure>