Not many corners are named team MVP, but Middleton was very deserving of that honor after an All-American senior season. A three-year starter for the Paladins, he saved his best for last: 95 tackles, nine for loss, five sacks, four interceptions and nine pass breakups. Some teams will downgrade him for his lack of height, but Middleton's strong build and speed should allow him to overcome that limitation at the next level.

Graduate of Marist (4A) High School in 2004 ... Football coach was Alan Chadwick ... Saw action at cornerback, wide receiver and return specialist ... Totaled 148 tackles, 10 interceptions, six pass deflections, two kickoff returns for touchdowns and two blocked punts during his prep career ... Also recorded a school record 103-yard interception return and averaged 27.0 yards on 21 kickoff returns ... Earned first-team all-county and all-region honors in 2003 after helping his squad to a 14-1 record and state championship with 21-6 triumph over Statesboro in title contest ... Two-time Marist defensive player of the year selection ... Stole second and third base and then scored the go-ahead run on a bunt in 5-3 state title game victory in 2003.

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Positives: Has a thicker build throughout his body than most corners. ... Lines up outside and in the slot. ... Strong enough to press and fast enough to run with any receiver down the sideline. ... Stands up against receiver blocks, can either force the play inside or rip off to make the play. ... Cognizant zone defender who read the quarterback and close on the ball. ... Very good hands for the interception, adjusts to balls thrown behind him. ... Likes to hit, but can also wrap or cut tackle in space. ... Valued leader on and off the field.

Negatives: Might be a slot/outside corner "tweener." ... Only adequate height and below-average length for his position, but thin and a bit stiff in the hips. ... Good straight-line speed but lacks acceleration to recover if beaten. ... Gets his hands on the receiver in press but does not knock him off the route. ... Inconsistent in his tackling security, might struggle to bring down quicker receivers because of a lack of lateral movement. ... Struggles to win jump-ball situations.

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