Kim enjoyed a breakout season that showcased his speed, playmaking ability and nose for the football. He totaled 88 tackles, two interceptions, a pick six, and a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown. Kim’s ability to generate momentum changing plays stands out and his speed allows him to cover ground quickly on the back end. He plays with aggression and confidence, attacking ball carriers and closing throwing windows decisively. His production reflects a defender who thrives around the football and capitalizes on opportunities. With his athletic profile and versatility, Kim projects as a strong addition to an FCS secondary and continues to climb as a stock riser in the 2026 rankings.

Kim is an athletic corner who matched up against talented receivers all season long. Measures in at 5’11 175-pounds and these are his stats through the regular season. 59 total tackles (27 solo, 32 assisted), 2 INT (1 for TD), 1 FR for a touchdown. Kim has very good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, change of direction, speed, and good jumping. Kim has good press at the line of scrimmage. Smooth and controlled back pedal with fluid hips to match the wide out as they break into their route. Very good man coverage and zone coverage. Sticks to his WR like glue and has good timing with his pass breakups. Very good closing quickness. Very good read and reaction speed. Kim has a INT and FR both for a touchdown. He shows his athletic ability and home run speed to blaze past everyone into the endzone. He’s a quality player and deserves more looks from colleges.

Kim is an explosive corner. Measuring in at 5’11 175-pounds he has 59 total tackles (27 solo, 32 assisted), 2 INT (1 for a touchdown), 1 FR (for a touchdown). Very good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, speed, change of direction, and good jumping. Smooth and controlled back pedal. Good jamming the WR at the line of scrimmage. Very good man and zone. Fluid hips to match the wide receiver as they break into their route. Sticks to wideout like glue. Very good read and reaction speed. Very good closing quickness. Has home run speed with the ball in his hands, especially on those two turnovers for touchdowns. I’m very excited to see how he does against Valor !

Kim is making a strong return after missing most of last season and he is already showing his ability to impact games as a cornerback. He brings physicality to the position, not shying away from contact and delivering big hits in run support. Kim has the awareness to force turnovers and the speed to stay step for step with opposing receivers, limiting separation. His aggressive style of play makes him a dual threat in coverage and against the run. With a healthy season ahead, Kim has the tools to re-establish himself as a playmaker and a defender that will be on D1 radars.

Kim has some great traits at the cornerback position. Measures in at 5’11 175 pound. He has very good athletic ability due to elite acceleration, very good speed, good jumping, and change of direction. At the line of scrimmage, Kim succeeds in pressing the WR and jamming them up. He has a very good back pedal, and maintains very good body control. He has very good man coverage skills. He sticks to the WR like glue, and stays stride for stride with them. In zone, he has very good reactionary speed and is a zone hawk. Very good closing quickness. Kim will also rip the ball away from the WR or swat at it to create fumbles. Kim is good in the run game, as a good tackler as well. He doesn’t stop until the play is finished giving him very good competitive toughness. I’m ecstatic to see how he does next season.

Kim has some great intangibles at the cornerback position. He has very good athletic ability due to elite acceleration, very good speed, good jumping, and change of direction. Kim is physical with pressing the WR at the LOS. Jams them up. Very good back pedal. In man coverage he is superb. He sticks like glue, and is stride for stride with the WR. Kim has very good closing quickness as well. He’s smart and uses his hands to swat the ball out of the receivers’ hands. In the run game, he demonstrates good block shedding. One thing about Kim is his very good competitive toughness. He has relentless pursuit and doesn’t stop until the ball carrier is tackled. He’ll run across the field to make the tackle, and he brings that same energy on special teams. Very excited to see more of Kim in his senior season.