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2023 Rankings Risers: DB

2023 Rankings Risers: DB
Zack Reyes
Zack Reyes
February 18, 2023 @ 12:00 PM
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Sean Brown
Sean Brown 6'3" | 195 lbs | DB | 2023
CA
Leroy Bryant
Leroy Bryant 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB | 2023
CA
Robin Boyd
Robin Boyd 5'11" | 160 lbs | DB | 2023
CA
Josiah Cox
Josiah Cox 6'2" | 180 lbs | DB | 2023
CA
Jordan Napier
Jordan Napier 6'2" | 195 lbs | DB | 2023
CA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Taking a look at the risers at the DB position in PRZ's latest 2023 rankings.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384684"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63edfb663638f"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bryant's a supremely gifted athlete that possesses ability to produce explosive plays in a variety of ways. He's an active difference-maker in the passing game from both WR/CB spots and a threat to to score six any time he touches the ball. He combines speed, twitch, and burst in coverage with the instincts and ball-skills to produce timely turnovers. Bryant adds to a talented 2023 class for Washington with 5 ranked CBs signed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/UW_Football/status/1605596756607406080?s=20u0026amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q","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/UW_Football/status/1605596756607406080?s=20&amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["261717"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63edfb66363ed"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cox was the most impactful player in one of the best secondaries and overall defenses in the state. He's a highly versatile DB that can fill multiple roles in coverage and the run game with a physical, athletic style of play. He's a high-level defender in man coverage that can dominate 1v1 matchups over slots and TEs. He's a violent tackler that could earn significant playing time early in his career at ASU with his level of physical skillset. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KUSIPPR/status/1605792323576598528?s=20u0026amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q","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/KUSIPPR/status/1605792323576598528?s=20&amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384704"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63edfb6636439"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brown's a highly talented two-way player that picked up 9 D-I offers in 2022 before flipping his commitment from Arizona to Michigan St. in late December. He's a long, lanky defender on the perimeter with a valuable man-coverage skillset that should translate well at the next level. He's fluid and physical in press coverage and can smother receivers with his length. Brown joins a Top-25 signing class in East Lansing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MSU_Football/status/1605582367044706304?s=20u0026amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q","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/MSU_Football/status/1605582367044706304?s=20&amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["190352"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63edfb6636483"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Napier provides valuable production and versatility as a WR/DB/KR. He's a crafty receiver in the shallow area that can separate out of his break and catch in traffic over the middle of the field. On defense, he's a dynamic middle-field safety with sideline-to-sideline range. Napier accumulated five P-5 offers before committing and signing with SDSU. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AztecFB/status/1605596780640567300?s=20u0026amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q","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/AztecFB/status/1605596780640567300?s=20&amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["261787"],"_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-63edfb66364cb"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Boyd flew under the radar as a DB prospect before picking up late-season offers from Portland St., Southern Utah, and Cal Poly in November. He's a technical cover-corner that operated primarily in press-man at Pittsburg. He uses his length to disrupt passing lanes and flies to the football when closing space. Boyd committed to Cal Poly in late January.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Budha_Boyd/status/1620211899832078338?s=20u0026amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q","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/Budha_Boyd/status/1620211899832078338?s=20&amp;t=lxYSD8b2Hls6MDI4a7863Q </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->

Taking a look at the risers at the DB position in PRZ's latest 2023 rankings.

Washington (WA)
Leroy Bryant

Leroy Bryant

CA
DB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 175
POS DB
CLASS 2023
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Leroy Bryant

State: California
School: Rodriguez

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Bryant's a supremely gifted athlete that possesses ability to produce explosive plays in a variety of ways. He's an active difference-maker in the passing game from both WR/CB spots and a threat to to score six any time he touches the ball. He combines speed, twitch, and burst in coverage with the instincts and ball-skills to produce timely turnovers. Bryant adds to a talented 2023 class for Washington with 5 ranked CBs signed. 

𝐋𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐭, 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 ☔️🏈

Follow him, Husky Nation @Leroy_bryant2#NoLimits23 pic.x.com/0XqZAaEYrX

— Washington Football (@UW_Football) December 21, 2022
Arizona State
Josiah Cox

Josiah Cox

CA
DB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 180
POS DB
CLASS 2023
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Josiah Cox

State: California
School: Lincoln-Lincoln

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Cox was the most impactful player in one of the best secondaries and overall defenses in the state. He's a highly versatile DB that can fill multiple roles in coverage and the run game with a physical, athletic style of play. He's a high-level defender in man coverage that can dominate 1v1 matchups over slots and TEs. He's a violent tackler that could earn significant playing time early in his career at ASU with his level of physical skillset. 

So why did the "Human Hit Stick" choose Tempe over the rest of the pack?@JosiahLCox @THEHIVEFB pic.x.com/dvZjwGMpLs

— Prep Pigskin Report (@KUSIPPR) December 22, 2022
Michigan State
Sean Brown

Sean Brown

CA
DB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 195
POS DB
CLASS 2023
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Sean Brown

State: California
School: Simi Valley

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Brown's a highly talented two-way player that picked up 9 D-I offers in 2022 before flipping his commitment from Arizona to Michigan St. in late December. He's a long, lanky defender on the perimeter with a valuable man-coverage skillset that should translate well at the next level. He's fluid and physical in press coverage and can smother receivers with his length. Brown joins a Top-25 signing class in East Lansing.

West Coast 🛫 East Lansing@_SeanBrown1 x #NEXT2T3P pic.x.com/19MrwLcTxw

— Michigan State Football (@MSU_Football) December 21, 2022
San Diego State
Jordan Napier

Jordan Napier

CA
DB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 195
POS DB
CLASS 2023
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Jordan Napier

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State: California
School: Jurupa Hills

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Napier provides valuable production and versatility as a WR/DB/KR. He's a crafty receiver in the shallow area that can separate out of his break and catch in traffic over the middle of the field. On defense, he's a dynamic middle-field safety with sideline-to-sideline range. Napier accumulated five P-5 offers before committing and signing with SDSU. 

ONE OF CALI’S TOP ATHLETES WILL BE PLAYING IN RED AND BLACK! @AztecFB lands a dynamic playmaker in @jaynapier20! This baller will help
continue the recent history of dominant Aztec secondaries! Welcome to the Mesa Jordan! #2TATEM3NT

📰: https://t.co/QhJnWrLwY4 pic.x.com/m3I3lrhavR

— San Diego State Football (@AztecFB) December 21, 2022
Robin Boyd

Robin Boyd

CA
DB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 160
POS DB
CLASS 2023
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Robin Boyd

State: California
School: Pittsburg

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Boyd flew under the radar as a DB prospect before picking up late-season offers from Portland St., Southern Utah, and Cal Poly in November. He's a technical cover-corner that operated primarily in press-man at Pittsburg. He uses his length to disrupt passing lanes and flies to the football when closing space. Boyd committed to Cal Poly in late January.

100% COMMITTED @CoachWulff @CoachJackCP @calpolyfootball @PittHSFootball @KTPrepElite @BrandonHuffman pic.x.com/7uoSkPRfwP

— Robin~Budha~Boyd Jr. (@Budha_Boyd) January 31, 2023

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