Defensive Back Rankings 2023 NFL Draft

Oregon Ducks defensive back Christian Gonzalez (0) returns an interception in the third quarter against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field.  Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Oregon Ducks defensive back Christian Gonzalez (0) returns an interception in the third quarter against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field. Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

DEFENSIVE BACK PROSPECT RANKINGS 2023 NFL DRAFT

The 2023 class of DBs is loaded with pro-level players both at corner and safety. Our current favorite and top-ranked corner is Devon Witherspoon who has produced at an elite level throughout 2022 and has been simply outstanding while playing for Illinois, he's unlikely to last past the midpoint of the first round.
At safety, we have Alabama's Brian Branch as our top prospect. He's put up amazing stats as a slot corner over the past couple of years and in addition, to being great in coverage he's an elite run defender who rarely misses a tackle.
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Player Rankings - Defensive Back

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
110

S
John
Torchio

6-1 211lbs 4.90
S
Wisconsin   Mascot
Wisconsin Mascot
211lbs 6-1 4.90 141 512
54.0
He’s physical at the line of scrimmage, showing unexpected power in his hands. Torchio tracks the ball well and does a nice job of...
101

S
Gleson
Sprewell

6-2 195lbs 4.88
S
Tennessee State   Mascot
Tennessee State Mascot
195lbs 6-2 4.88 144 515.3
59.2
Sprewell tracks the ball well and does a nice job of getting his head around in plenty of time to avoid flags. Has excellent ball skills,...
51

S
Jaiden
Woodbey

6-0 231lbs 4.87
S
Boston College   Mascot
Boston College Mascot
231lbs 6-0 4.87 96 338.3
76.2
Flashes good ball skills. Woodbey has the fluidity and change-of-direction ability to mirror quicker receivers underneath. His ball skills...
105

S
Chris
Jefferson

5-11 190lbs 4.87
S
Purdue   Mascot
Purdue Mascot
190lbs 5-11 4.87 142 512.3
57.0
He’ll have some limitations in man coverage, but Jefferson should develop into a serviceable starter. He’s a willing and capable hitter in...
72

S
Avery
Young

6-1 207lbs 4.78
S
Rutgers   Mascot
Rutgers Mascot
207lbs 6-1 4.78 117 407
74.0
Flashes good ball skills. Young has the fluidity and change-of-direction ability to mirror quicker receivers underneath. Has the fluidity,...
70

CB
Nehemiah
Shelton

6-2 186lbs 4.77
CB
San Jose State   Mascot
San Jose State Mascot
186lbs 6-2 4.77 97 339.5
74.0
Tracks the ball well downfield and shows good ball skills, including the ability to go up and high-point it in contested-catch...
35

S
Trey
Dean III

6-2 200lbs 4.75
S
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
200lbs 6-2 4.75 65 211.8
80.9
Has the fluidity, speed and quick feet to come down and defend slot receivers in man coverage. Dean also does a nice job breaking down in...
98

S
Stephan
Blaylock

5-11 193lbs 4.75
S
UCLA   Mascot
UCLA Mascot
193lbs 5-11 4.75 130 472.7
61.2
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average · feel and anticipation in space. Can track...
75

CB
D'Jordan
Strong

5-11 190lbs 4.73
CB
Coastal Carolina   Mascot
Coastal Carolina Mascot
190lbs 5-11 4.73 119 422.7
72.6
He’s also very good in zone coverage, showing a great understanding of routes and the ability to close quickly. Top-end speed is good and...
76

S
Jaydon
Grant

6-0 181lbs 4.73
S
Oregon State   Mascot
Oregon State Mascot
181lbs 6-0 4.73 131 475.8
71.0
Grant can flip his hips and run, with good top-end speed and the length to make plays on the ball. Can track the ball downfield and gets...
104

CB
Jay
Shaw

5-11 187lbs 4.73
CB
Wisconsin   Mascot
Wisconsin Mascot
187lbs 5-11 4.73 148 521
58.2
A very quick and very confident cover corner plays bigger than his listed size when lined up in press coverage, delivering quick,...
39

S
Rashad
Torrence II

6-0 193lbs 4.72
S
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
193lbs 6-0 4.72 64 211.7
78.5
Quicker than he is fast but has a burst to close in zone coverage and plays physical at the line in man. Great on route recognition and...

2023 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Defensive Back

We've compared players post combine 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.

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2023 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Defensive Back

We've compared players 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.