2023 DB Rankings
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The state is loaded with talent at the defensive back position. You’ll be glad to find a lot of supreme talent on this list. Some could argue these are some of the best corners in the nation in their class.…
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Continue ReadingThe state is loaded with talent at the defensive back position. You’ll be glad to find a lot of supreme talent on this list. Some could argue these are some of the best corners in the nation in their class.
Derek Williams Jr. Derek Williams Jr. 6'2" | 185 lbs | DB Westgate | 2023 State LA | 6’2″ 185 lbs |Westgate
In 2020 Wiliams was very versatile and played multiple positions for his football team. He played safety, corner, and running back. He helped his team to the 4A second-round playoff appearance. Alabama, Michigan, LSU, and Texas have all fought to be in a position to be at the top of Williams’s list.
Kam Franklin Kam Franklin 6'3" | 185 lbs | DB Oak Grove | 2023 State LA | 6’3″ 185 lbs | Oak Grove
At 6’3″ Kam is a tall, lengthy cornerback prospect with elite frame potential relative to the position. His size gives opposing wideouts problems. He played both ways as a sophomore and helped his team to a 1A state title. Also is very athletic on the basketball court for his school. His five total offers at the moment is a very impressive start. LA Tech, LSU, Oklahoma State, SMU, and Tennesse.
#Blessed🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/5Fh5OraeAK
— kam ⁴ (@KamFranklin6) April 19, 2021
Kylin Jackson Kylin Jackson 6'3" | 195 lbs | DB Zachary | 2023 State LA | 6’3″ 195 lbs | Zachary
Another tall DB whose height puts him at an advantage over smaller receivers. Kylin definitely has a nose for the ball and shows great awareness out there on the field. He has above-average ball skills and can even be used as a hybrid in be brought down in the box to play against the run. Arkansas and Louisville have been the last to offer.
https://twitter.com/_kylin9/status/1392148742959161346?s=20
Curley Reed Curley Reed 6'2" | 185 lbs | DB Lake Charles College Prep | 2023 State LA | 6’2″ 185 lbs | Lake Charles College Prep
In 2020 he had 39 tackles, 2 TFL’s, 3PBU’s and 1 INT. Hold some big-time offers to schools like FSU, SMU, and Arizona State.
Jordan Matthews Jordan Matthews 6'2" | 175 lbs | DB Woodlawn (Baton Rouge) | 2023 State LA | 6’2″ 175 lbs | Woodlawn (Baton Rouge)
Matthews just received an offer out of California from the Cal Bears. Last month in April Florida State offered Matthews after catching much attention this offseason with his terrific 7-on-7 play.
Shortened season due to Covid 19 only made me realize how much I love this game! ⛓@KenAnioJr @samspiegs @JeritRoser @MarcusRandall19 @FormuLA_Scout pic.twitter.com/xyjEsTwtIA
— Jordan Matthews (@JMatthews_07) January 27, 2021
Jeremiah Vessel Jeremiah Vessel 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB University Lab | 2023 AZ | 5’11″ 180 lbs | University Lab
The three-star corner holds 7 Division I offers so far. Also, a two-sport athlete who plays basketball as well. In 2020 Vessell helped lead University Lab to a Division II state semifinal appearance as a sophomore.
It’s not on me anymore, it’s in me! 💯 pic.twitter.com/IxaaBFaV3J
— Jeremiah “JV” Vessel (@jeremiah5vessel) May 3, 2021
Other Notables
Chris Clark Chris Clark 6'3" | 180 lbs | DB Alexandria | 2023 State LA | 6’3″ 180 lbs | Alexandria
David Journet David Journet 6'2" | 180 lbs | DB State LA | 6’2″ 180 lbs | Carencro
Offers include Arkansas, Louisiana – Monroe, and Tulane
Austin Guillory Austin Guillory 6'1" | 175 lbs | DB Newman | 2023 State LA | 6’1″ 175 lbs | Newman
This just the intro, let me not get ahead of myself… pic.twitter.com/c4bzBKQoaW
— Austin-Jake Guillory (@austin1guillory) March 2, 2021
Cade Middleton Cade Middleton 5'10" | 165 lbs | DB Riverside Academy | 2023 State LA | 5’10″ 165 lbs | Riverside Academy