Uncommitted 2024 EDGE Players to Watch
There’s a lot of talent at the EDGE position in the state of Utah that are flying under the radar and deserve your attention to watch them this upcoming season. Donovan Arnold Donovan Arnold 6'3" | 200 lbs | LB…
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Continue ReadingThere’s a lot of talent at the EDGE position in the state of Utah that are flying under the radar and deserve your attention to watch them this upcoming season.
Donovan Arnold Donovan Arnold 6'3" | 200 lbs | LB Copper Hills | 2024 State UT : EDGE || 6’3 || Copper Hills HS || c/o 2024
Player Profile: Arnold started playing tackle Football since he was twelve years old. Favorite subject is Math and History. Loves to spend Family Time with his friends and family. A good student who looks up to his Father as his role model and would like to study Criminal Justice.
Athletic Profile: Play quickness, play speed, movement, agility and balance
Skill Set/Fit: Arnold is an athletic player that plays OLB/DE in the Grizzle’s 3-4 defensive scheme. Shows bend and balance to play in a 2 or 3pt stance. Against the run, he plays with initial quickness to read and react. As a pass rusher, he shows the ability to get upfield and accelerate to the QB. Shows quick, precise movement off the ball. A high motor player. A sure tackler that can stop ball carriers at the LOS and the open field. Overall, Arnold has the size and movement to play as OLB/DE in a 3-4 or 4-3 defensive scheme.
Achievements: 2nd team All Region and Honor Roll Student
Recruiting: Has no offers. Has talked to schools like Weber State, Idaho State, Southern Utah and Eastern Washington.
Caden Nelson: EDGE || 6’4 || Pine View HS || c/o 2024
Player Profile: Nelson has played Football since the fourth grade. Favorite subject is Language Arts and enjoys going to the gym and improve. Role model in his life are his Parents and wants to pursue a Business or Medical degree in college.
Athletic Profile: Quick feet, play quickness, COD, movement, balance and flexibility
Skill Set/Fit: Nelson is an athletic player that plays as an EDGE player in the Panther’s four man front. Shows bend and balance to play in a 3pt stance. Against the run, he plays with initial quickness to read and react at the LOS. Shows SAP to control single blocks. Ability to diagnose and shed blocks to make the play. As a pass rusher, has the ability to get upfield, make quick contact, and accelerate to the QB. Shows movement to ball from snap to completion. A sure tackler to stop ball carriers athe LOS and the open field. Overall, Nelson has the size and movement to play in a 4-3 defensive scheme.
Achievements: None
Recruiting: Has no offers. Has received interest with several schools
Owen Cottle: EDGE || 6’3 || Payson HS || c/o 2024
Player Profile: Cottle has played football for seven years. Favorite subject is History and enjoys working out. Wants to pursue a major in the medical field.
Athletic Profile: Play quickness, movement, and balance
Skill Set/Fit: Cottle is a tough physical player that plays the EDGE position in the Lion’s defensive front. Shows bend and balance to be in a 2 or 3pt stance. Against the run, he plays with initial quickness to read and react at the LOS. Strength at the POA to control single blocks to diagnose and shed to make the play. As a pass rusher, he shows burst to get upfield and accelerate to the QB. Movement to ball from snap to whistle. A sure tackler that can stop ball carriers at the LOS. Overall, Cottle has the size and movement to play along the interior in a 4-3 or a 5 tech in a 3-4 defensive scheme.
Achievements: None
Recruiting: Has received an offer from Southern Virginia
Max Gustin: EDGE || 6’4 || Salem Hills HS || c/o 2024
Player Profile: Gustin has played Football since he was eight years old. Favorite subject in school is History and enjoys being in the outdoors. His role model is his Father and wants to pursue a Business major in college.
Athletic Profile: Play quickness, quick feet, agility, movement and balance
Skill Set/Fit: Gustin is athletic player that plays the EDGE position in the Sky Hawk’s defense. Shows bend and balance to be in a 2 or 3pt stance. Against the run, he plays with initial quickness to read and react at the LOS. Strength at the POA to control, diagnose and shed single blocks to make the play. As a pass rusher, he shows burst to get upfield and accelerate to the QB. Movement to ball from snap to whistle. A sure tackler that can stop ball carriers at the LOS and the open field. Overall, Gustin has the size and movement to play the DE in 4-3 defensive scheme or OLB in a 3-4 defensive scheme.
Achievements: None
Recruiting: Has received no offers, has been in talks with Utah State and Weber State.