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2029 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Back Breakdown

2029 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Back Breakdown
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Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards September 28, 2025 @ 10:26 AM
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Pierre Banks
Pierre Banks 6'1" | 150 lbs | DB/WR | 2029
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Jordan Johnson
Jordan Johnson 5'6" | 120 lbs | DB/WR | 2029
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Jordan Johnson
Jordan Johnson 5'6" | 118 lbs | DB/WR | 2029
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Kevontre Pitts
Kevontre Pitts 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB/WR | 2029
AR
Dariyon Summons
Dariyon Summons 5'8" | 155 lbs | DB | 2029
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Masada Williams
Masada Williams 5'11" | 150 lbs | DB/WR | 2029
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Cash Hall
Cash Hall 5'7" | 130 lbs | DB | 2029
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Erik Hawkins Jr
Erik Hawkins Jr 5'7" | 150 lbs | DB | 2029
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Dekedrius Jeffery
Dekedrius Jeffery 5'6" | 130 lbs | DB/ATH | 2029
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>FALL UPDATE:</strong> We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2029 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2029 defensive backs with analysis. Over the next week, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the defensive backs, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2029","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2495","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68d832c20a643"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1689966"],"_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-68d832c20c856"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1689966' first='Dariyon' last='Summons'] possesses next-level potential. He has solid read and reaction skills, the fluidity to transition effectively, and the ability to stick with his man. Overall, he plays with a high motor. Add him to your board. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DariyonSummons/status/1971737781815988598","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DariyonSummons/status/1971737781815988598 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1694014"],"_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-68d832c20c8cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1694014' first='Kevontre' last='Pitts'] lands at number 79 overall and third at his position. Pitts displays solid footwork in his back pedal with the ability to transition and change direction quickly. Keep an eye on him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.2 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Kevontre0/status/1966931684450070686","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Kevontre0/status/1966931684450070686 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1627190"],"_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-68d832c20c94b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1627190' first='Cash' last='Hall'] continues his development at the position. Hall possesses the work ethic and dedication to develop quickly throughout the fall. His solid motor and angles allow him to chase down ball carriers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/HallCash93979/status/1971402186447098298","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/HallCash93979/status/1971402186447098298 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1702416"],"_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-68d832c20c9c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1702417' first='Jordan' last='Johnson'] has been showcasing his physicality this fall. He has solid closing speed when coming downhill. Johnson showcases solid angles and foot quickness. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.2 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Jordan733826961/status/1971965755760763048","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Jordan733826961/status/1971965755760763048 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1472448"],"_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-68d832c20ca3b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1472448' first='Dekedrius' last='Jeffery'] received his first ranking this cycle. He's a solid man-to-man corner with the ability to stay close on breaks. He's another prospect to watch throughout the fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/dekedriusk84962/status/1971985057507430738","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/dekedriusk84962/status/1971985057507430738 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER DEFENSIVE BACKS TO WATCH:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5. [player_tooltip player_id='1472576' first='Erik' last='Hawkins Jr'] (Watson Chapel)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='1657787' first='Masada' last='Williams'] (Fayetteville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7. [player_tooltip player_id='1720092' first='Pierre' last='Banks'] (Watson Chapel)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

FALL UPDATE: We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2029 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2029 defensive backs with analysis. Over the next week, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the defensive backs, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:

Dariyon Summons

Dariyon Summons

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DB
HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 155
POS DB
CLASS 2029
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Weight
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Bryant
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2029 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Back Breakdown
Dariyon Summons possesses next-level potential. He has solid read and reaction skills, the fluidity to transition effectively, and...
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School: Bryant
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Kevontre Pitts

Kevontre Pitts

AR
DB/WR
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS DB/WR
CLASS 2029
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Pitts DB/WR
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
Weight
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HS
Drew Central
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2029 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Back Breakdown
Kevontre Pitts lands at number 79 overall and third at his position. Pitts displays solid footwork in his...
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School: Drew Central
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Cash Hall

Cash Hall

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DB
HEIGHT 5'7"
WEIGHT 130
POS DB
CLASS 2029
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Hall DB
Class
2029
Height
5'7"
Weight
130
HS
Cabot
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AR
2029 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Back Breakdown
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Cash Hall

State: Arkansas
School: Cabot
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Jordan Johnson

Jordan Johnson

AR
DB/WR
HEIGHT 5'6"
WEIGHT 118
POS DB/WR
CLASS 2029
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Jordan
Johnson DB/WR
Class
2029
Height
5'6"
Weight
118
HS
Drew Central
|
AR
2029 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Back Breakdown
Jordan Johnson has been showcasing his physicality this fall. He has solid closing speed when coming downhill. Johnson...
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Jordan Johnson

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School: Drew Central
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Dekedrius Jeffery

Dekedrius Jeffery

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DB/ATH
HEIGHT 5'6"
WEIGHT 130
POS DB/ATH
CLASS 2029
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Jeffery DB/ATH
Class
2029
Height
5'6"
Weight
130
HS
Pine Bluff
|
AR
2029 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Back Breakdown
Dekedrius Jeffery received his first ranking this cycle. He’s a solid man-to-man corner with the ability to stay...
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