The definition of a terrorizing ball hawk, Gilbert already has 4 picks on the season and will look to continue flipping the field for the Falcons tonight. Gilbert, a lockdown corner, also already has 15 tackles and 7 PBUs on the season. “Deuce” plays with great technique and footwork, is physical at the line of scrimmage, and has the short and long speed to run with any receiver. Along with these traits, as noticeable in his turnover clips, Gilbert has elite WR level hands and excels at playing the ball at all levels of the field. He showcases great tracking and high pointing, in addition to consistent, strong hands. Deuce is also a strong tackler and flies around the field with great instincts. Expect the SMU commit to play a big role in the showdown tonight.

Gilbert II is a rangy cornerback with excellent ball skills, he plays press man with violent hands and his ability to mirror receivers in coverage enables him to lock down his opponent. He has great hips with ability to change directions fluidly to stay engaged to make plays on the ball. Ryan is a sure tackler in run support, taking proper angles to the ball carrier and he sets the edge well. The SMU commit is an elite cover corner and will be a key cog defensively for the Falcons this season.

Gilbert II plays with a ballhawk mentality. He locks in on receivers early at the snap and gets hands on them to redirect their routes. He transitions into his backpedal smoothly and his ability to flips his hips and run in phase with receivers enables him to play sticky defense. Ryan plays with good discipline and patience. He tracks the ball well, which enables him to be in position to make plays on the football. He doesn’t give ground easily, he is stout in press coverage and this allows him to get his hands on the ball. Gilbert II is on this list because of his ballhawking skills and his ability to be a playmaker on the defensive side of the ball. He is one of the most sought after defenders in the state with offers from Arizona State, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Tulsa and Texas A&M to name a few.