What We Saw on Film from 2027 EDGE Rushers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em><br><br>As we begin to approach the high school football season in late August we wanted to look back at prospects in our film room series before we do a preseason update to our 2027 rankings.&nbsp; Prospects in this series are being reviewed for a number of reasons.&nbsp; They blew up from where we initially had them based on camp performances, we saw them during the spring/summer wanting to dive more into their junior seasons, we were very high on them while their recruitment is not backing that up, and several of these players are making the move to a new role or school.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we dive into the Film Room with 2027 EDGE Rushers!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2104949"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2dfa1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Michigan State commit played his first season of high school football last year at Romeoville.&nbsp; Will be playing his senior season at St. Rita.&nbsp; Was one of the biggest stock risers last high school season so we wanted to dive into the tape again prior to his senior campaign.&nbsp; The edge rusher has a ton of projection and bend round the edge. Bats down passes with his athleticism at the line of scrimmage. Impactful run defender who is physical with his hands and physicality.&nbsp; Such an explosive player vs both the run and pass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2053365"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2dfde"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Purdue commit is a 6'4" 235 pound York defender that as a junior recorded 61 tackles, 14 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 PBU, 1 FF, and 16 hurries.&nbsp; Explosive edge rusher that is quick off the ball and accelerates getting after the QB.&nbsp; Solid bend coming around the edge along with powerful use of his hands.&nbsp; Plays the run very well shedding blocks, using angles, and pursuing the ball away from him crashing down the line.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2120971"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2e024"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bass is a 6'4" 250 pound edge rusher that has committed to Northern Illinois.&nbsp; The Lockport standout is coming off a season where he had 5 sacks, 41 tackles, 11 TFL, 4 PBU, and 16 pressures.&nbsp; Explosive edge rusher that gets up field to the quarterback with explosiveness.&nbsp; Combines a variety of moves with quickness off the snap.&nbsp; Good use of his hands.&nbsp; Also is a stout run defender that gets off blocks, sets the edge, and chases down backs with a high-motor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1566782"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2e044"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Owens shined at the UA Next Camp with his length and athletic tools.&nbsp; He is a 6'3" 210 pound edge rusher that recorded 45 tackles, 5 sacks, 13 TFL, and 15 hurries.&nbsp; Long and lanky edge rusher that can play with hand in dirt or standing up.&nbsp; Explosive first step off the snap and excels in bringing opponents down in the backfield with his speed.&nbsp; Sick spin move along with excellent bend around the edge.&nbsp; Will need to continue to add more strength, but love the upside here!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2087769"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2e063"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Well built 6'5" 230 pound edge rusher from Barrington that had a big junior campaign.&nbsp; Can play standing up or with his hand in the dirt. Quick first step off the ball. Rushes with a combination of power, athleticism, and technique. Physical against the run getting defenders off him with his hands shedding them along with being effective setting the edge.&nbsp; Pursues the ball when away from him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1115779"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2e081"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Breton is a long and lanky 6'3" 210 pound edge player who popped during a game we watched last year.&nbsp; Feel he should be getting more recruiting attention.&nbsp; Fluid athlete that has great vision finding ball carriers in traffic and bringing them down.&nbsp; Chases defenders down the backside along with standing them up in the hole.&nbsp; Tackles well in space. Bats passes down.&nbsp; His speed and bend off the edge are very impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":2244789,"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2e0a6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Becker is actually a player I have covered in hoops, but has emerged as a legit football prospect as well after recording 21.5 TFL as a junior.&nbsp; The strong bodied defensive end plays strong with his hands throwing opponents getting in the backfield where he stops the run, bats down passes, and puts pressure on the QB.&nbsp; Relentless motor!&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1361646"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2e0c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown is a 6'4" 200 pound defensive end with legit size who plays with a high-motor.&nbsp; Sheds, rips, and nice pass rush moves along with bend getting to the QB.&nbsp; Never gives up in his pursuit!&nbsp; Disrupter up front against the run pushing tackles into the backfield, setting the edge, and pursues on the backside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1854894"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a4fec8a2e0e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lewis is a 6'1" 210 pound edge rusher that uses his hands well to get off blocks while corralling the ball carrier.&nbsp; Best against the run while showing some backside pursuit as a pass rusher.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->