Suwanee (Ga.) North Gwinnett won it all last year in the 7A, the highest classification in Georgia, and it could be ready to compete for another title this season. Its defense should be good, led by defensive backs Warren Burrell and Quinton Newsome.
Both were outstanding Friday.
Burrell was lining up at cornerback and going against the likes of Blaylock and Jackson, two wideouts that are committed to SEC schools. He was strong against each. Burrell is a long cornerback that can cover a lot of ground with his length and strides.
Newsome was a cornerback last season, but he may be more of a natural safety. He is moving back to free safety this season and he looked awfully good there Friday. He has great range, he is a fluid athlete and he has the frame to really add some muscle to on the next level.
In recruiting, Burrell has already taken official visits to Florida and Tennessee this month and he is set to visit NC State next weekend. A decision could come as early as late July. He is also still considering Auburn, Georgia, Notre Dame and Penn State.
Newsomes decision is likely a little further out than Burrells. He was wearing Alabama gloves Friday and he could visit Tuscaloosa next week before the summer dead period kicks on June 25. Auburn, Georgia, Nebraska, Oregon and Penn State are some of the other schools still under consideration. He plans to take his recruitment into the season.
This duo represents two of the top defensive backs not only in Georgia, but in the South and maybe the country.
