After focusing on offense, we'll now shift focus to the defensive positions. The process is similar, but the qualities are different. Quickness is a must at all levels, as is good tackling form. For any defensive player, be sure they don't arm tackle, or just come in and hit without wrapping up. Defenders need to to hit, wrap, and drive through the tackle. Jamal Golden's fumble-causing tackle in the 2014 Orange Bowl is the textbook definition of a tackle. While not all tackles will be that good, that is certainly the Golden(heh) standard for which a high school prospect should strive in his highlight film.
Football: Beginner's Guide to Evaluating High School Prospects: Defense
