2022 Defensive Backs Ready to Shine
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Football has become, largely, a passing game. Defenses must adjust with the times. In order to combat this, a solid defensive backfield is necessary. Today we look at the top of a loaded class of defensive backs in Indiana’s Class…
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Continue ReadingFootball has become, largely, a passing game. Defenses must adjust with the times. In order to combat this, a solid defensive backfield is necessary. Today we look at the top of a loaded class of defensive backs in Indiana’s Class of 2022. These are the prospects who will always make it a long game for receivers and quarterbacks.
Kalen Carroll Kalen Carroll 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB Brownsburg | 2022 State IN , 6’1, 170 pounds, Brownsburg
Kalen Carroll Kalen Carroll 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB Brownsburg | 2022 State IN checks all of the boxes at Cornerback for Brownsburg. He positions his body well and, without committing a penalty, makes life difficult on receivers. Kalen Carroll Kalen Carroll 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB Brownsburg | 2022 State IN also uses his hands very well early in the play. Carroll also plays with tenacity and he does not give up on plays. Carroll is also a very good run defender, which is a skill of a complete defensive back. He can also be moved around the defensive formation and he can play well in different spots, but corner is still his primary position.
Joseph Jefferson Joseph Jefferson 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB Pike | 2022 State IN , 6’1, 185 pounds, Pike
Joseph Jefferson Joseph Jefferson 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB Pike | 2022 State IN is an oustanding Safety at Pike. He reads plays very well. Quarterbacks should not test Jefferson as he also possesses great ball skills. Jefferson can also come up and play the run. He is a very sound tackler who consistently takes good angles to the ball.
Johntu Reed Johntu Reed 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH Jimtown | 2022 State IN , 6’2, 205 pounds, Jimtown
Johntu Reed Johntu Reed 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH Jimtown | 2022 State IN is the complete package. He always pursues the ball with determination. Reed makes a great break on the ball and he can make plays. Reed is also a very disciplined tackler. Also making Johntu Reed Johntu Reed 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH Jimtown | 2022 State IN a special player is what he gives to the team. He is an effective returner on both kickoffs and punts. Reed gives complete effort and never gives up on the play.
Jackson Griffin Jackson Griffin 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Center Grove | 2022 State IN , 5’11, 180 pounds, Center Grove
Jackson Griffin Jackson Griffin 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Center Grove | 2022 State IN is a very fundamentally sound player. Griffin is a very good tackler. He play with good phyiscality. Griffin also presents the necessary coverage skills. He will be able to cover a lot of ground and match any receiver step-for-step.
Chaikou Diallo Chaikou Diallo 5'11" | 165 lbs | DB Decatur Central | 2022 State IN , 5’11, 165 pounds, Decatur Central
Chaikou Diallo Chaikou Diallo 5'11" | 165 lbs | DB Decatur Central | 2022 State IN is a very instinctive player. He can read the play as it unfolds and knows where he needs to be. Diallo has great ball skills. What stood out to me the most, though, is his incredible athletic ability. He has great speed and agility. Diallo is a constant playmaker. His speed allows for him to stay with any receiver. Diallo also has the ability to make plays in space.
The Class of 2022 in Indiana is loaded with talent in the defensive backfield. These propsects are playmakers that can change the game. They are also tough players who are very disciplined. We have discussed the talent at wide receiver that the state has to offer this year. So, one thing is abundantly clear: there are going to be some big-time matchups this upcoming fall.