Ja’Qualon Mays is a 5'9" Defensive Back/Athlete in the 2029 class.
Mays attends South Oak Cliff in Texas.
Mays's Player Profile was created on October 19, 2024.
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Expert Analysis
Ja’Qualon
MaysDB/ATH
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
Weight
145
HS
South Oak Cliff
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TX
Midwestern State Camp – Who Stood Out?
Mays showed strong potential at the Midwestern State camp, especially for a Class of 2029 defensive back competing...
Written by Alin Edouard
Ja’Qualon
MaysDB/ATH
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
Weight
145
HS
South Oak Cliff
|
TX
Next Wave: TX 2029’s Emerging Talent
Ja’Qualon is a young defensive back who already shows advanced instincts and playmaking ability in the secondary. He...
Written by Alin Edouard
Ja’Qualon
MaysDB/ATH
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
Weight
145
HS
South Oak Cliff
|
TX
PRZ Next South All Camp Team
Mays had an outstanding performance at the PRZ Next South camp, showcasing his skills as a sticky defender...
Written by Marcus Henry
Ja’Qualon
MaysDB/ATH
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
Weight
145
HS
South Oak Cliff
|
TX
2029 Texas Defensive Backs with Superstar Potential
First and foremost Mays is an incredible athlete, as he is also a star on the Hardwood as...
Written by Ryan States
Alin Edouard | Prep Redzone Scout
Alin Edouard
Prep Redzone Scout
Mays showed strong potential at the Midwestern State camp, especially for a Class of 2029 defensive back competing against older athletes. He moved well during testing and DB drills, showing natural fluidity when opening his hips and transitioning out of his backpedal. In coverage situations, he flashed the ability to stay attached to receivers through routes, using his movement skills and body control to stay in position. He didn’t shy away from competition in one-on-one reps and held his own, showing confidence and effort throughout.
Ja’Qualon is a young defensive back who already shows advanced instincts and playmaking ability in the secondary. He reads the quarterback well, anticipates routes, and reacts quickly to make plays on the ball. What sets Ja’Qualon apart is his agility and footwork, allowing him to stay tight on receivers and change direction smoothly in coverage. He is also physical enough to support the run, coming up to make tackles in space and disrupt plays at the line of scrimmage. Ja’Qualon’s combination of speed, awareness, and competitiveness makes him a promising and disruptive presence in the defensive backfield.
Mays had an outstanding performance at the PRZ Next South camp, showcasing his skills as a sticky defender with excellent coverage ability. His smooth backpedal and quick change of direction made him a standout in drills, while his extended length allowed him to disrupt passing lanes effectively. Mays’ fluid movement and overall athleticism highlighted his potential as a top defensive prospect.
First and foremost Mays is an incredible athlete, as he is also a star on the Hardwood as well as on the gridiron. He has incredible speed and elusiveness that allow him to effortlessly run with receivers.
Given his athletic gifts Mays projects really well as a man cover corner, as not only does he stick to receivers like glue due to his speed, but his technique and hand fighting ability as well allow him to win at the high point and prevent the receiver from getting hands on the ball.