Ja'Den McBurrows

Not the biggest defender. Plays much bigger, however, than his size and frame suggests with a brash, competitive attitude. Intelligent defender that will sniff out screens and quick throws. Understands how to use leverage to his advantage. Excellent click-and-close drive quickness. Doesn’t lack footspeed, either. Always looking to make plays when the ball is in the air and will fight through hands of receivers. Physical striker with above average toughness that can support against the run. Produced as a junior at one of the nation’s top high school programs totaling six interceptions and 15 pass break ups. Followed that up with two pick-sixes as a senior. Might lack the desired height for the position, but should be able to make an impact at the Power 5 level and could carve out role early on in nickel packages.