Deon Callins Deon Callins 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Claychalkville | 2026 State AL is a talented DB who’s provided great coverage in Clay-Chalkville’s secondary all year long.

“Callins is a dominant outside corner who consistently provided great coverage and run defense all of last year. Callins is incredibly reliable out in coverage- he’s patient, isn’t easily beat downfield, and has great hands he uses to break up passes and haul in INTs all over the field.

Callins also plays with a ton of effort and pursuit- he frequently makes sideline-to-sideline plays and will work his way across the field to come up with some hustle plays.“

Clay-Chalkville has had a huge year defensively, and Callins is a large reason why. He’ll be a key matchup on Muscle Shoals’ pass catchers all game.

Deon Callins Deon Callins 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Claychalkville | 2026 State AL , a South Alabama commit, has put together a dominant senior season out in Clay Chalkville’s secondary.

“Callins is a dominant outside corner who consistently provided great coverage and run defense all of last year. Callins is incredibly reliable out in coverage- he’s patient, isn’t easily beat downfield, and has great hands he uses to break up passes and haul in INTs all over the field.

Callins also plays with a ton of effort and pursuit- he frequently makes sideline-to-sideline plays and will work his way across the field to come up with some hustle plays.“

It’s been exciting keeping track of Callins this season. He’s been off to a great start, locking up WRs and making huge splash plays against teams all across the state. Clay Chalkville has some serious juice out in their secondary, with Callins leading the pack.

Deon Callins Deon Callins 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Claychalkville | 2026 State AL  is a lockdown DB who made tons of plays in Clay Chakville’s secondary all season long last fall.

Callins is a dominant outside corner who consistently provided great coverage and run defense all of last year. Callins is incredibly reliable out in coverage- he’s patient, isn’t easily beat downfield, and has great hands he uses to break up passes and haul in INTs all over the field. Callins also plays with a ton of effort and pursuit- he frequently makes sideline-to-sideline plays and will work his way across the field to come up with some hustle plays.

Callins made a ton of big plays last season- ending his junior year with 58 total tackles (50 solo, 2 for loss), one interception, 4 pass breakups, and one fumble recovery.

A few days back, Callins picked up an offer from Samford- be sure to watch him this upcoming season, he’s set up for a big senior season.

Listed as a corner, might project best as a nickel given his stouter frame. Elite pursuit skills and desired hustle in a DB. Makes several long-track tackles on tape, some TD saving. Shows off his burst and acceleration when chasing the football. On tape, plays strictly with some cushion between him and receivers. Gets depth quickly with fast, effective backpedaling and kicks. Gets hands on receivers at top of routes. He survives at the top of route, will need to prove he has the hips to turn and run. Callins is another hot pursuer of the football. I think he projects as a nickel or safety long-term. Holds several D1 offers.

Deon Callins Deon Callins 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Claychalkville | 2026 State AL has quickly become a shutdown DB- making tons of plays in Clay Chakville’s secondary against the run and pass all season long. Callins is another dominant outside corner on the opposite side of the field as Torey Page Torey Page 5'10" | 160 lbs | DB Claychalkville | 2026 State AL , consistently providing great coverage and run support all last year. Callins is patient, isn’t easily baited, and thrives off his ability to fly to the ball. Callins plays with a ton of effort and pursuit- he will work his way across the entire length of the field to bring down the ball carrier and does so frequently. Callins is also a reliable DB out in coverage, he doesn’t fall for double moves and does a great job shutting things down deep, never allowing for any big completions or plays. Deon Callins Deon Callins 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Claychalkville | 2026 State AL made all sorts of plays last fall- ending the year with 58 total tackles (50 solo, 2 for loss), one interception, 4 pass breakups, and one fumble recovery. Callins just picked up an offer from Jacksonville State and is sure to have more head his way soon- be sure to watch his tape below, he’s got some serious talent!