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Five CBs to Offer Now

Five CBs to Offer Now
Prep Redzone provides coverage of a recenet combine in Kansas.
Ryan Wesley
Ryan Wesley
October 31, 2023 @ 03:36 PM
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Amani Vegas
Amani Vegas 6'3" | DB | 2024
CO
Mason LaBrie
Mason LaBrie 6'2" | 180 lbs | DB | 2024
CO
Cory Jackson
Cory Jackson 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB | 2024
CO
Elijah Abeyta
Elijah Abeyta 6'3" | 170 lbs | WR | 2024
CO
Niguse Shelp
Niguse Shelp 5'10" | 170 lbs | DB | 2024
CO
Lawson Douglas
Lawson Douglas 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB | 2024
CO
Will Rosenmeyer
Will Rosenmeyer 6'1" | 175 lbs | DB | 2024
CO
Ramon Pacheco
Ramon Pacheco 5'11" | 175 lbs | DB | 2024
CO
Marcus Talbert Jr
Marcus Talbert Jr 5'10" | 170 lbs | DB | 2024
CO
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The cornerback position is widely considered one of the more difficult positions to play on the field, especially with offenses leaning heavily toward the pass. Being expected to cover a team's number-one receiver while also being a hitting outside run-stopper can make it a bit tricky to find next-level corners.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The senior class in Colorado has more than a few big names with offers at the position. Rock Canyon's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146076' first='Will' last='Rosenmeyer']</strong> (North Dakota State commit), Eaglecrest's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='624823' first='Cory' last='Jackson']</strong>, Regis Jesuit's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146078' first='Lawson' last='Douglas']</strong> (Penn commit), Pine Creek's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146050' first='Ramon' last='Pacheco']</strong>, Golden's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='697551' first='Mason' last='LaBrie']</strong>, and Chatfield's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='254906' first='Niguse' last='Shelp']</strong> are just six of the many corners from the state who will be on college rosters next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This write-up will briefly examine five lesser-known cornerback prospects who possess the potential to be legitimate difference-makers in college.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["146049"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Talbert Jr is a lockdown corner with a ton of upside. 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Being a two-way player helps him showcase his athletic abilities and skillset as a playmaker. He changes directions well for a player of his size, and he also has the length to cover in space. The fluidity of his movements and his understanding of wide receiver tactics enables him to lockdown opponents in man situations and cover over open field in zone coverages. He is the type of athlete whose versatility gives him the potential to fill multiple positions, adding depth to the roster as a plug-and-play recruit.rnrnu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003ernrnBrockway is another student-athlete with a high GPA and the qualities that make him a gem on and off the field, which is why college programs should view him as a top recruit.rnrnu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-654165511db23"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["381230"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Abeyta is another tall defensive back who has proven himself to be a successful student-athlete. He is a corner with impressive instincts and natural athleticism. He has the speed to run with top receivers and the size and range to make plays on the ball, especially in one-on-one situations. Abeyta does a great job staying square and getting low on his tackles to secure the ball carrier and finish every play. His versatility as a DB makes him a prospect who can play as a corner or a safety, increasing the stock value of this ball-hawking defender. 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He is a reliable defender who can cover receivers in press-man and make a play on the ball in the air. His physicality and competitive playing style make him an ideal DB because of his willingness to lower his shoulder and initiate contact with the ball carrier while preventing the runner from getting outside. He is a solid tackler, especially in the open field. His speed and talents as a ball carrier make him a legitimate option as a special teams prospect, increasing his productivity potential. Terranova is a player with a lot of intangibles to bring to a program, making him a player worth scouting.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-654165511dc19"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["716018"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Vegas is an underrated prospect with the potential to be a steal as a recruit for the right program. Being a 6-foot-3 corner makes him an immediate standout on and off the field. His wingspan helps him force receivers to take wider releases off the line while also making him a difficult defender to beat in jump ball situations. His technique is a little raw, but his instincts and physicality enable him to consistently be near the ball with the willingness to make a big hit. Vegas is an athlete whose powerful stride makes him difficult to break away from and hard to catch when the ball is in his hands, adding to his list of sleeper characteristics.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-654165511dc71"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The cornerback position is widely considered one of the more difficult positions to play on the field, especially with offenses leaning heavily toward the pass. Being expected to cover a team's number-one receiver while also being a hitting outside run-stopper can make it a bit tricky to find next-level corners.

Marcus Talbert Jr

Marcus Talbert Jr

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DB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 170
POS DB
CLASS 2024
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Marcus
Talbert Jr DB
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2024
Height
5'10"
Weight
170
HS
Pomona
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CO
Five CBs to Offer Now
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Kellan Brockway

Kellan Brockway

HEIGHT 6'3"
POS DB
CLASS 2024

Kellan Brockway

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Elijah Abeyta

Elijah Abeyta

CO
WR
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 170
POS WR
CLASS 2024
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Elijah
Abeyta WR
Class
2024
Height
6'3"
Weight
170
HS
Riverdale Ridge
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Preston Terranova

Preston Terranova

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS DB
CLASS 2024

Preston Terranova

School: Erie
Club: Warrior7v7
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Amani Vegas

Amani Vegas

CO
DB
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS DB
CLASS 2024
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Amani
Vegas DB
Class
2024
Height
6'3"
HS
Denver South
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