Kendall Bannister’s ball skills are quietly emerging for Ohio
Bannister is a 5'11" Ohio cornerback whose 2025 season showed real playmaking upside: one interception, three pass breakups, and 13 tackles in 10 games with four starts, plus a pick against Buffalo in a win[4]. His EA rating reflects that he brings above-average speed, acceleration, and coverage traits for a young defensive back, with solid man and zone grades that hint at a usable all-around skill set[2]. He looks like a fit for teams wanting a compact, energetic corner with developing ball production rather than a finished shutdown defender[2][4].
