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James Foster III

James Foster III

James Foster III

Defensive Back
2028 Class
6'2" Height
200 Weight
Lancaster School
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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James put together a performance that separated him from the rest and earned him an invite to the...
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James Foster III is a 6'2" Defensive Back in the 2028 class. Foster III attends Lancaster in Texas. Foster III's Player Profile was created on December 9, 2024. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where James Foster III is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James Foster III
James put together a performance that separated him from the rest and earned him an invite to the...
Written by Alin Edouard
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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James Foster III
James, with his good frame for a DB, immediately stood out on the field. His size gives him...
Written by Alin Edouard
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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James Foster III
Foster is one of the premier defensive backs in the 2028 class, regardless of position. Standing 6-foot-2, 200...
Written by Marcus Henry
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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James Foster III
Foster is everything you want in a versatile young free safety. He has stellar instincts combined with a...
Written by Cole Dobbins
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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James Foster III
James made several key plays throughout the night, showing his impact on the field, though he also recorded...
Written by Alin Edouard
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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James Foster III
Usually fitting the role of a strong safety, Foster has a college-level DB frame already and flashes ability...
Written by Cole Dobbins
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James
Foster III DB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
HS
Lancaster
|
TX
James Foster III
Foster III emerged as a dynamic playmaker on defense during his freshman season, excelling as a free safety...
Written by Marcus Henry
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James put together a performance that separated him from the rest and earned him an invite to the Under Armour All-American Game. Competing against elite talent in every drill and matchup, he consistently showed up when it mattered most.

He won reps with clean technique, sharp execution, and strong competitive energy. In one-on-one periods, he didn’t shy away from top competition — he embraced it and proved he could hold his own. His consistency and ability to perform under evaluation made a clear statement to the coaches and scouts in attendance.

2 months ago

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James, with his good frame for a DB, immediately stood out on the field. His size gives him the ability to match up physically with receivers while still maintaining the agility and speed needed in the secondary. Combined with his smooth footwork and quick hips in coverage drills, he was able to mirror routes effectively and stay in phase. In backpedal and transition drills, he used his length and balance to break on the ball cleanly, showing the ability to contest passes without getting beat off the line. James hold offers from Oklahoma, Texas tech, Texas a&M , and ole miss.

3 months ago

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Foster is one of the premier defensive backs in the 2028 class, regardless of position. Standing 6-foot-2, 200 pounds, he possesses elite coverage skills and the range to cover large portions of the field from the free safety position. He shows excellent instincts on the backend and has the ability to come downhill and contribute in run support. Foster’s physical tools, football IQ, and playmaking ability separate him from his peers and give him a ceiling that few sophomores can match.

4 months ago

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Foster is everything you want in a versatile young free safety. He has stellar instincts combined with a legit frame and solid all-around speed. The Tigers’ young prodigy of a defensive back sees the field as a seasoned vet, demonstrating that last week with a game-changing interception. Seeking to put together a monster sophomore season, Foster has already piled up over 20 college offers from schools such as Texas, Penn State, and Texas A&M.

8 months ago

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James made several key plays throughout the night, showing his impact on the field, though he also recorded one interception.

8 months ago

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Usually fitting the role of a strong safety, Foster has a college-level DB frame already and flashes ability in both coverage and the box. James displayed elite potential in the secondary as a freshman, showcasing great instincts, polished footwork, and short-area quickness. Foster resembles a young Minkah Fitzpatrick, with the ability to play the deep part of the field, get downhill and break up passes over the middle, and man up at the line of scrimmage. The Tigers’ defense has to be excited to have a versatile leader with a high motor and limitless potential for the next three seasons. The dynamic District Newcomer of the Year will continue to dominate and add to his offer list, which already includes schools such as Texas, Penn State, and Oklahoma.

9 months ago

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Foster III emerged as a dynamic playmaker on defense during his freshman season, excelling as a free safety for Lancaster. He plays with ball-hawking ability, Foster III’s great range, long and lean frame, and excellent field vision allow him to make plays all over the field. He plays fast, tackles with precision, and is versatile enough to play down in the box or cover wideouts in space. His outstanding debut earned him 11-6A Newcomer of the Year honors and has already drawn offers from Arizona State, Ole Miss, SMU, and Oklahoma. With his skill set and upside, Foster is poised to be one of the most sought-after safeties in the 2028 class.

1 year ago

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