Polk County
Defensive Back Breakdown

Dedric Brinson – 2014 CB – Lake Wales – SEE FILM
6-2 frame allows him to tower over his opponent. Really good backpedal, plant and drive, easy transition and loose hips. Makes plays on the ball in the air and is a sure tackler in the open field.

Darian Mills – 2014 CB – Winter Haven – SEE FILM
Obvious that he is well coached. Fast player, loose hips and explosive off the ground. Does an awesome job in zone coverage and anticipates the throw well. Very good transition out of backpedal.

Eric Jones – 2015 CB – Auburndale – SEE FILM
Good player. Good feet and hips. Competitive and gritty.

D’Angelo Gaines – 2015 CB – Winter Haven – SEE FILM
Ability to play multiple positions. Good tackler and physical. Good burst from stand still position. Developing footwork.

Derwin James – 2015 DB/ATH – Auburndale – SEE FILM
This 6-3/185 lbs safety is unreal
Look at his:
– contact speed
– burst
– athleticism
– range
– physicality
– speed
– agility

Kendall Gant – 2014 DB – Lake Gibson – SEE FILM
Pure football player. Takes pride in his play. Puts out as much effort on special teams as he does on defense. Plays with square shoulders, physical in the box and good ball skills. Can cover the back half of the field and runs the alley well. Hips are loose enough to play CB with success.

Marcus Walker – 2015 S – Lake Wales – SEE FILM
Makes a ton of plays vs. the pass from his safety position. Really attacks the football and wants to score on interceptions. Gets to the alley quickly versus the run and is a sure tackler in open space. Good contact speed. Really like how he reads the QB. Ed Reed (Baltimore Ravens) type player.

Kevin Wilson – 2014 DB – Kathleen – SEE FILM
Has improved his backpedal. Loves to tackle and will strike ball carries. Puts a roof on the defense and makes plays upfield and downfield from the safety position.