The quality of defensive play in the Shawnee area is very good. Narrowing a list down to just five players is nearly impossible with all the talent in the area but here are my Top 5 Defensive Backs to watch this season.

Caleb Hawkins, North Rock Creek Cougars, Junior, 6-1, 190

2022 Stats: 70 Tackles, 8 Interceptions, 4 Fumble Recoveries, 2 TDs

Dace Shaw, Shawnee Wolves, Junior, 6-1, 175

2022 Stats: 81 Tackles, 6 TFL, 2 Interceptions, 2 Forced Fumbles

Zaylun Matlock, McLoud Redskins, Sophomore, 5-8, 155

2022 Stats: 50 Tackles, 3 Interceptions

Jaxen Wilson, Harrah Panthers, Senior, 5-11, 160

2022 Stats: 49 Tackles, 1 Interception

Marquan Krush, Tecumseh Savages, Senior, 6-2, 180 

2022 Stats: 57 Tackles, 1 Interception; 3 Year Starter for Tecumseh