Interview: 4-Star 2018 DT Davin Cotton Continues to Impress with Evangel Christian
Written by Ryan Wright
Twitter: @HogManInLA
During the Rivals camp series in New Orleans, Class of 2018 defensive tackle Davin Cotton picked up the challenge against the best of the best throughout the region walking away a legit four-star recruit. Now the junior is pushing the limits of his talents again on the field for Evangel Christian trying to help guide the Eagles back to the Louisiana playoffs.
During the 2015 season, Cotton started drawing attention to himself from next level scouts. The 6-3, 275 pound, play-maker ended his sophomore season with 51 tackles, 14 tackles for a loss, three sacks, three forced fumbles, and an interception returned for a touchdown. To date Cotton has three reported offers coming in from Texas-San Antonio, Tulane, and Tennessee.
In a Recruiting News Guru interview, I caught up with Cotton to get his thoughts on his overall play on the field and an update on how his junior campaign is going thus far.
Interview
Davin, how long have you been playing varsity for Evangel?
“I played a lot my freshman year and started my sophomore year.”
What was your welcome to the varsity level moment?
“It was the John Curtis game. I made a lot of big plays in that game.”
What has been your biggest adjustment to the game?
“The fast pace of the game.”
What are some of the gains you have made in your game over the last two years?
“My get off and my pass rush, and my ability to push the pocket.”
What are your overall strengths on the field as a defensive tackle?
“Getting under the blockers, my pad level, and things like that.”
What are you working to improve upon this year?
“My consistency.”
How does Evangel look heading into conference play?
“We look good. We are practicing harder and are getting ready to get to district.”
How many offers do you have right now?
“Three.”
Which schools are showing interest in you but have not offered you yet?
“I don’t know off the top of my head.”
Have you taken any unofficial or game day visits yet this season?
“No, sir.”
Do you have any upcoming visits planned?
“Not that I know of.”
Was there an exciting college game you watched over the weekend?
“I watched the Texas A&M and Arkansas game.”
Davin, thanks for your time today and good luck with the rest of your season.
“Thank you.”
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Photo credit: scout.com; No. 54 Davin Cotton.
Photo credit: rivals.com; Davin Cotton (right) fights in one-on-one drills.