Top 10 Alabama defensive players for 2023 HS football season
1. Jaylen Mbakwe, Sr., Clay-Chalkville
Mbakwe is both the top senior defender and overall defender taking to the Alabama high school gridiron this fall. Last season, Mbakwe dominated from his cornerback position as he helped the Cougars to an 8-2 record and a Class 6A playoff appearance. He was also named for his performance.
The 6-foot, 175-pound defensive back is ranked among the best defensive players in the entire country as he is ranked No. 4 in the nation and the No. 1 player in the state by . He held 29 scholarship offers but ultimately chose to stay in-state, committing to the Crimson Tide.
