Safeties
1) Caleb Downs | 6'0 | 205 | SAF | Ohio State
Downs is one of the most instinctive defenders in college football, consistently diagnosing plays before they fully develop. His tackling form is elite, and he rarely misses in space, which gives him immediate value as a stabilizing force on the back end. He’s versatile enough to play deep, rotate into the box, or match tight ends, though he’s not a pure burner in terms of long speed. What separates him is his discipline — he takes efficient angles and rarely wastes movement. He projects as a multi-year defensive centerpiece with a high floor and scheme flexibility.
2) Emmanuel McNeil-Warren | 6'3 | 209 | SAF | Toledo
McNeil-Warren is a long, rangy safety with the ability to cover ground quickly and disrupt passing lanes. He shows good instincts in deep coverage and has the ball skills to capitalize on mistakes. His tackling can be inconsistent, particularly when forced to come downhill in space. He’s still refining his angles and run fits. With development, he projects as a deep safety with playmaking upside.
3) Dillon Thieneman | 6'0 | 207 | SAF | Oregon
Thieneman is a smart, instinctive safety who consistently puts himself in the right position and rarely takes false steps. His range is solid, and he shows good anticipation in both man and zone coverage. While he’s not an elite athlete, he compensates with processing and discipline. His tackling is reliable, though he’s not a major physical presence. He projects as a high-floor starter who can stabilize a secondary.
4) A.J. Haulcey | 6'0 | 215 | SAF | LSU
Haulcey is a physical safety who excels when playing downhill and supporting the run. He takes decisive angles and delivers firm tackles, making him a reliable presence in the box. His deep coverage range is adequate but not elite, and he’s more comfortable in robber or split‑safety looks. At times he can be late transitioning in man coverage. He projects as a strong safety with immediate special teams and sub‑package value.
5) Genesis Smith | 6'2 | 204 | SAF | Arizona
Smith is a long, rangy safety with the frame and athleticism to play multiple roles in the secondary. He shows flashes of strong coverage instincts and has the length to disrupt passing lanes. His tackling and angles are still inconsistent, particularly when coming downhill. He’s more comfortable in deep or split‑safety looks than in the box. With refinement, he projects as a versatile defensive back with starter potential.
6) Bud Clark | 6'2 | 185 | SAF | TCU
Clark is a rangy safety with good ball skills and the instincts to jump routes in zone coverage. He moves well in space and shows the ability to cover ground quickly when rotating. His tackling can be inconsistent, particularly when he’s forced to come downhill with urgency. While he’s not a pure box defender, he offers real value in coverage. He projects as a free safety with playmaking upside.
7) Kamari Ramsey | 6'0 | 205 | SAF | USC
Ramsey is a steady, assignment‑sound safety who brings good size and versatility to the back end. He’s comfortable playing deep, in split‑safety looks, or rotating into the box depending on the call. While he’s not an elite athlete, he rarely busts coverages and plays with strong discipline. His tackling is reliable, though he’s not a major tone‑setter. He projects as a solid, high‑floor starter who can stabilize a secondary.
8) Treydan Stukes | 6'2 | 200 | SAF/CB | Arizona
Stukes is a long, instinctive defensive back who has played both corner and safety, giving him valuable positional flexibility. His breakout 2025 season included 52 tackles, 4 interceptions, and 6 pass breakups, earning AP Third‑Team All‑American honors. He triggers downhill with aggression and is willing to take on blocks, making him effective in run support. His journey from walk‑on to All‑American is frequently cited as evidence of his competitiveness and football IQ. Stukes projects as a nickel/safety hybrid with three‑down utility.
9) Zakee Wheatley | 6'0 | 200 | SAF | Penn State
Wheatley is known for his ball production and instincts, earning praise for his ability to read quarterback intentions and jump routes. He plays with range on the back end and shows fluid transitions in coverage. His tackling can be inconsistent, particularly in space, but he improved his angles over the past season. Penn State coaches value his competitiveness and turnover creation. Wheatley fits best as a free safety with playmaking traits.
10) Jalon Kilgore | 6'2 | 219 | SAF/CB | South Carolina
Kilgore emerged early in his career as one of South Carolina’s most reliable defenders, showing advanced instincts for his age. He’s a physical tackler who closes quickly downhill and plays with a linebacker-like mentality in run support. In coverage, he displays good awareness and the ability to match tight ends or bigger slots. His coaches consistently praised his maturity, preparation, and leadership traits. Kilgore projects as a versatile strong safety with three-down potential.
11) Louis Moore | 5'10 | 200 | SAF | Indiana
Moore is an instinctive, high‑IQ safety who played a major role in Indiana’s rise to national prominence, earning First‑Team All‑American honors in 2025. His range, rotation versatility, and ability to diagnose plays quickly make him a disruptive presence on the back end. Moore’s career path included JUCO, Indiana, Ole Miss, and a return to Indiana, where he became a key leader and the team’s leading tackler. He also won a high‑profile eligibility case against the NCAA, underscoring his persistence and professionalism. He projects as a starting‑caliber safety with strong processing skills and competitive toughness.
12) Jalen Huskey | 6'2 | 201 | SAF | Maryland
Huskey is a rangy, instinctive safety who transferred from Bowling Green and immediately elevated Maryland’s secondary. His ability to read quarterback intentions and break on the ball led to multiple splash plays. He’s a willing tackler with strong pursuit angles, though he can occasionally overrun plays. Coaches highlight his maturity, communication, and ability to handle multiple coverage responsibilities. Huskey projects as a versatile free/strong safety hybrid with starting upside.
13) Michael Taaffe | 6'0 | 195 | SAF | Texas
Taaffe is a smart, instinctive safety who earned a significant role in Texas’ defense through consistency and strong communication skills. His ability to diagnose plays quickly allows him to play faster than his timed athleticism. He’s a dependable tackler and shows good range in split‑safety looks. Coaches highlight his leadership and preparation, often citing him as one of the most trusted defenders on the roster. Taaffe projects as a reliable depth safety with special teams and sub‑package value.
14) DeShon Singleton | 6'2 | 210 | SAF | Nebraska
15) Jakobe Thomas | 6'2 | 200 | SAF | Miami
16) VJ Payne | 6'2 | 210 | SAF | Kansas State
17) Jalen Catalon | 6'2 | 205 | SAF | Missouri
18) Cole Wisniewski | 6'3 | 214 | SAF | Texas Tech
19) Xavier Nwankpa | 6'2 | 210 | SAF | Iowa
20) Bishop Fitzgerald | 5'11 | 198 | SAF | USC
21) Duce Chestnut | 6'0 | 205 | SAF | Syracuse
999) Keon Sabb | 6'1 | 208 | SAF | Alabama
999) Bray Hubbard | 6'2 | 213 | SAF | Alabama
999) Earl Little | 6'2 | 185 | SAF | Ohio State
999) Adon Shuler | 6'0 | 200 | SAF | Notre Dame
999) Jelani McDonald | 6'2 | 199 | SAF | Texas
999) Tao Johnson | 6'1 | 193 | SAF | Utah
999) Rod Moore | 6'0 | 185 | SAF | Michigan
999) Terry Moore | 6'1 | 195 | SAF | Ohio State
999) Amare Ferrell | 6'2 | 200 | SAF | Indiana
999) TJ Metcalf | 6'0 | 190 | SAF | Michigan
999) Bryce Anderson | 6'0 | 192 | SAF | Texas A&M
999) Dalton Brooks | 6'0 | 185 | SAF | Texas A&M
999) Khalil Barnes | 6'0 | 195 | SAF | Clemson
999) Matthew Bailey | 6'0 | 195 | SAF | Illinois