AJ Marks brings length, versatility, and early-impact upside to Wake Forest's secondary
AJ Marks is a freshman defensive back at Wake Forest in the 2026 season, listed at 5'11", 185 pounds, and already drawing attention for his ability to move around the secondary, cover, and tackle. In his 2024 prep season at IMG Academy, he started at three different positions and posted 38 tackles, 2 interceptions, 6 pass breakups, and 2 forced fumbles, earning Defensive Player of the Year honors from his coaches. That combo of versatility, physicality, and playmaking is why he looks like a fit for a defense that wants DBs who can do more than just backpedal and pray.
