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Marcellus Barnes Jr. SMU
File CB-188 · National rank 1783 · 2027 class

Marcellus Barnes Jr.

#8· SMU ·CB ·R-So ·2029 Draft · Chattanooga, Tenn.
6'1"Height 180 lbWeight
RepresentationRepresented AgentRoosevelt Barnes Unverified
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Quick Notes
Marcellus Barnes Jr. is a redshirt sophomore defensive back who transferred to SMU from Syracuse and projects as a starter. A breakout, rising defender, he profiles as a dependable college contributor.
Agent / Representation
Status Represented Unverified
AgentRoosevelt Barnes
Contact(260) 414-1944
Board Standing
#188 CB / 1642
#1783 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Ascending young corner who locked down a starting job; former four-star with real coverage flashes and developmental draft upside.

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CB Keys 2025 · SMU Mustangs
32
Tot
Better than 77% of 935 CBs
1
INT
Better than 79% of 899 CBs
6
PD
Better than 88% of 920 CBs
Recruiting
★★★★
Stars
#318
National
#27
Position
#9
State
High SchoolMcCallie School
HometownChattanooga, Tenn.
Offers17 schools view →
Career Production 2 college seasons
YearTeamGPTotINTPD
2025 SMU Mustangs 12 3216
2024 Syracuse Orange 5 1003
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Transfer
Syracuse→SMU 2025
★★★
Stars
#230
National
#29
Position
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Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
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