Hackenbruck continues to emerge as one of the more intriguing under-the-radar defensive backs in the Las Vegas area. His combination of size, athleticism, and natural movement skills gives him the physical profile college coaches look for in the secondary. He has steadily improved throughout the offseason while proving he belongs in conversations surrounding Nevada’s top 2027 defensive back prospects. If his development continues on its current trajectory, Hackenbruck could become one of the state’s biggest recruiting risers.

Hackenbruck displayed strong fundamentals and consistent technique throughout camp reps. He maintained good positioning in coverage, rarely getting out of phase with receivers. His ball skills were evident, as he made plays on passes in key moments. He projects as a reliable and disciplined defensive back.

Hackenbruck was added to the PRZ NV 2027 rankings after a breakout junior season in the Green Valley secondary. The 6’/170 safety totaled 75 tackles, an INT, and 12 PBUs in 2025. He packs good athleticism as a center-field defender with the instincts and range to make plays on the ball. He shows his physicality making tackles around the LOS and offers the versatility to play around the box. Hackenbruck is a defender on the rise coming into the offseason.

Hackenbruck has established himself as a standout defender in his first season with Green Valley. The 6’/170 junior transfer from Utah has racked up 40 total tackles (22 solo) in eight games this season. He’s a physical safety that delivers strong hits in space and consistently makes plays around the LOS. He shows solid range and versatility aligning in the box and as a deep safety and looks like a potential hybrid SS at the next level with the combination of physicality and athleticism he plays with. Hackenbruck just took a gameday visit to UNLV this month and should see his stock rise with his productive junior season.