The Top Junior Safety In Maryland: DeNairo Girton Jr

DeNairo Girton Jr is a 4 Star recruit who plays Safety at Great Mills High School. Girton Jr is ranked as the 150th best recruit in the class of 2028 and is ranked as a top 20 Safety in the class as well. In addition, Girton Jr is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Maryland and is listed as the #1 Safety in the state of Maryland. He holds offers from schools such as Michigan, Penn State and Florida.

What artists do you listen to pregame to get you hyped up?
Glock Jones and ST6 Jodyboof.

What are the strengths of your game?
I would say my football IQ. I watch a lot of film, and I’m able to anticipate routes or where the ball is going based on how the offense lines up.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
The first time I scored a defensive touchdown on varsity.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Surround yourself with good people and keep working. Success doesn’t happen overnight, and even when you start seeing results, don’t get complacent. Always keep God first.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Australia. I’ve only heard good things about it.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I was around 4 to 6 years old. I don’t remember a time when I didn’t love the game.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
Lamar Jackson.

What is your favorite sports moment as a fan?
Lamar Jackson’s spin move against the Bengals.