defensive back
Americannoun
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Palos Verdes has four-year starter Ryan Rakowski at quarterback and standout defensive back Jalen Flowers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 5, 2026
Joey Browner, a defensive back who was named USC’s team MVP in 1982, has died at age 65.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 7, 2026
Junior Zion Phelps, in his first season running track for Loyola and a defensive back and receiver in football, is the king of the 100 meters vs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 31, 2026
That came after previous deals for defensive back Jalen Ramsey and receiver Brandin Cooks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 6, 2026
He had been All-State three years, making it as a sophomore, as a junior, and then both ways at receiver and defensive back as a senior.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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