Ball-Hawking Texas Tech DB With Proven Playmaking Upside
McPhearson built his reputation at Texas Tech as a disruptive, opportunistic corner whose 2020 season put him among the Big 12’s best playmakers, finishing with first-team All-Big 12 honors and enough turnover production to show real ball skills. He brings the kind of competitive edge teams like in the defensive backfield: active hands, instincts in coverage, and a willingness to challenge throws rather than play passive. The catch is that his current pro impact has been limited by playing-time and availability, so he fits best with a team looking for a disciplined, developmental DB who can convert traits into consistent snaps.