Hester played a hybrid box-safety role for Northeast Guilford, and despite his size, he thrives inside with all the bodies. He’s flashed excellent coverage ability, as well, and likely projects as a slot corner at the next level. His willingness to tackle is one of his best assets, and the three-time all-conference selection is one of the best defensive backs still on the market.

Jacen is a two-time All-Conference selection and is a versatile defensive back who has put some good stuff on film so far in his career. Jacen, I think, would be best classified as a box-type of safety who shows good coverage skills in both zone and man concepts. I really like Jacen’s awareness when the ball is in the air – it led to a number of interceptions and pass breakups last season. Jacen also shows a strong ability to defeat blocks and make tackles in the open field. Jacen does a very good job in run support because of this ability. I think he should have a little more attention from a recruiting perspective, but he can help himself with a strong start to the upcoming season on film.

A 2-Time All-Conference selection with a 3.6 GPA, that’s what gets me excited first of all about evaluating this young man. Looking at his film, he is a safety prospect who can cover receivers in man coverage in the slot. Jacen shows the ability to high point the football in one on one situations. Finally, he shows the ability to run support off the edge and make solo tackles in the open field. A good overall player that can do a number of things well to help support his defense.