King ranks as our No. 2 DB in the state in this update and is a true FBS prospect. King is a versatile player who will likely settle at DB. He is a slick, smooth athlete who can play the ball in the air, carry routes, and close space as a tackler. His instincts are impressive, quickly keying downhill, settling in space, and running routes for the receivers when he matches. He just has the look of a kid who is going to be good every step of the way, and that is where his floor starts.

Eli King is a talented DB from Thompson who really emerged as a star in his class this past season.

King has great instincts, is quick to react, and has great closing speed that he uses to fly around the field and make plays in the secondary. He’s fantastic in coverage, timing up huge plays on the ball to create PBUs/INTs. King is an impressive run defender; he’s a physical DB who can fight off blocks, pursue, and take down the ball carrier with ease.“

King has seen his recruitment heat up a ton this past week, adding new offers from SMU, Arkansas State and Kentucky!

I think King is set up for a huge junior year this upcoming fall. He and Thompson’s secondary have a ton of talent we’ll have to watch for here in a few months. In the meantime, be sure to check out some of his film below:

Eli King Eli King 5'11" | 160 lbs | DB/ATH Thompson | 2028 State AL is a seriously talented DB from Thompson who had a breakout season last fall that landed him as our #2 DB and #19 overall prospect in the class.

King has great instincts, is quick to react, and has great closing speed that he uses to fly around the field and make plays in the secondary. He’s fantastic in coverage, timing up huge plays on the ball to create PBUs/INTs. King is an impressive run defender; he’s a physical DB who can fight off blocks, pursue, and take down the ball carrier with ease.“

I was seriously impressed with King’s play last season. He’s become a skilled DB who has the best ahead of him. Be sure to check out some of his film below:

One of the top 2028 prospects in the state, King has shown maturity beyond his age. His range and ability to eat up space are impressive, and he drives on the ball with conviction thanks to sharp play recognition. King reads quarterbacks well, trusts his instincts, and flashes solid ball skills when tested. With his blend of confidence, athleticism, and upside, he projects as one of the most exciting young DBs to track.

Eli King Eli King 5'11" | 160 lbs | DB/ATH Thompson | 2028 State AL is a talented DB out of Thompson who’s coming in as our #3 DB and #37 overall prospect in the state.

King shows a ton of promise on offense but is even more productive out in the secondary. He has great instincts, is quick to react, and has great closing speed he uses to fly around the field and make plays. King is an impressive run defender; he’s a physical DB who can fight off blocks, pursue, and take down the ball carrier with ease.

King picked up an offer from West Alabama earlier this year- I won’t be surprised to see more head his way soon.

Check out some of King’s film below:

Eli King Eli King 5'11" | 160 lbs | DB/ATH Thompson | 2028 State AL is an impressive ATH out of Thompson who has already found multiple ways to contribute to his team on both sides of the ball, especially as a DB out in their secondary.

King plays with great speed, moves really well around the field, and can create explosives out of the backfield and in the return game- he’s quick on his feet, has great acceleration, and has elite vision he uses to find open lanes and take off.

King shows a ton of promise on offense but is even more productive out in the secondary. He has great instincts, is quick to react, and has great closing speed he uses to fly around the field and make plays. King is especially impressive as a run defender, he’s a physical DB who can fight off blocks, pursue, and take down the ball carrier with ease.

King put together some great tape from his first season last fall and picked up his first offer from West Alabama in February- be sure to watch out for him going forward, he has a bright future ahead!