You don’t see many defensive backs this young play with this kind of edge. Daylen Moore Daylen Moore 5'11" | 175 lbs | DB Cactus | 2028 State AZ isn’t just fast — he’s a striker. The kid flies downhill like he’s shot out of a cannon and doesn’t hesitate to throw his body around to finish a play. But he’s not just a run-and-hit guy. He’s got really clean footwork in coverage and a knack for staying glued to his assignment, even when the route gets tricky. What really stood out is how refined he already looks. You can tell he’s been coached well and applies it, whether it’s knowing when to flip his hips or using his hands at the top of the route without drawing a flag. He’s got the tools and the mindset, which is a dangerous combo for someone his age. If he keeps adding to that frame, he’s going to be a problem for a long time.

A lot to like about the second ranked DB prospect in the 2028 class. He’s a solid cover corner with plus athleticism, quickness, and short area burst. Fluid with his movement from his back pedal to his transition, he’s under control and efficient with his footwork. Great reactionary quickness to come out of his break with speed and close space on the ball. Like his route recognition skills, he’s able to stay in phase and run the route with the receiver to limit separation and put himself in position to make a play at the catch point. Does a good job disrupting throwing lanes with good anticipation and ball skills. Consistently gets his head around to locate the football using good awareness and timing when tracking it in the air. Confident one on one open field tackler that wraps to the ground and isn’t afraid of contact. One to watch going forward.