A small school player with big school talents is the best way to explain Patterson. Not many people may know who he is because of where he goes to high school, but it won’t take long for them to find out. There’s a reason once schools saw his tape, they jumped on him. He’s got a decent build and a good head on his shoulders. He’s in the right place at the right time seemingly all the time. He’s versatile and can come off the edge as well as hold up the interior. He can play the run and his length allows him to navigate for the pass rush.

Previous Rank: 89

New Rank: 39

Benny Patterson Benny Patterson 6'3" | 240 lbs | DL Castle | 2025 State IN from Castle is going to be one of the most dominant DL in the SIAC this season. Benny had 7 solo tackles, 34 assists, 41 total tackles, 2 TFLs, and 2 sacks last season. This young man has picked up Indiana State and Kentucky Wesleyan offers this summer. He has transformed himself this offseason into a great passer and looks to be unblockable. His long arms and great speed off the ball are going to make him a problem for opposing offenses. I’ve been very impressed with the film he has put out this summer and has shown tremendous growth in his techniques. Benny Patterson Benny Patterson 6'3" | 240 lbs | DL Castle | 2025 State IN will be an all-conference DL in the SIAC for the next two years.