Aaron Dowdell
Aaron Dowdell
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Mike Bey | Prep Redzone Scout
Aaron is having a great season in 2023. He plays as an OLB. Against the run, he exhibits excellent football intelligence as he quickly reads run/pass and uses his good play speed to quickly penetrate the LOS. he uses his great play strength to overpower the FB. He exhibits good range and instincts in pursuit before exhibiting very good form tackling ability as he makes the tackle behind the LOS for a TFL. Against the pass, he drops back into coverage while reading the QB. He locates the ball in the air and shows elite hands as he makes the interception.
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Read EvaluationMike Bey | Prep Redzone Scout
In 2022, Aaron helped the Taft Senators to an 11-win season, held opposing offenses to only 7.9 points per game and advance to the 4th round of the playoffs. He plays as an OLB. Against the run, he is quick off the ball and uses his quality play strength and use of hands to quickly disengage from the TE. He quickly locates the RB and delivers a big hit behind the LOS for a TFL. Against the pass, he uses his good football intelligence to read the route of the TE. He locates the ball quickly, puts himself in position to make a play and times his hands well as he creates a PBU.
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