Jayden Gaines
Jayden Gaines
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Jacob Coltson | Prep Redzone Scout
Gaines is a versatile athlete that makes impact plays on both sides of the ball. His ability to cover the slot and his spectacular first step make him an excellent outside pass rusher on the blitz.
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Read EvaluationAlan Popadines | Prep Redzone Scout
– I’ve listed Gaines as an Athlete at this point because of the film I’ve seen of him as a wide receiver and defensive back. However, with the way this kid can hit, I wouldn’t be shocked to see him play some variation of Linebacker or Rover down the line
– Listed right around 6-foot and 175 pounds (unverified) he plays with the hammer and force of an in-box safety but is athletic enough to cover on an island. Offensively, has the quickness and upper body strength to fight through attempted jams and get a step on the defensive back covering him
– While Gaines lives in Mississippi, he’s right on the state line and will actually be attending Vidalia High School in Louisiana for the next four years. Hopefully he helps provide a spark for a program that is coming off a 6-5 season, just its the third winning season in the last 15 years
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