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Bobby Kanka

Michigan
Bobby Kanka

Bobby Kanka

Defensive Line
2025 Class
6'5" Height
280 Weight
Howell School
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Bobby
Kanka DL
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
Weight
280
HS
Howell
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MI
The first time and only time I watched Bobby in person was at his playoff game against Hudsonville....
Evaluation by Alex Pallone
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Bobby Kanka is a 6'5" Defensive Line in the 2025 class. Kanka attends Howell in Michigan. Kanka's Player Profile was created on December 8, 2021. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Bobby Kanka is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Bobby
Kanka DL
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
Weight
280
HS
Howell
|
MI
Bobby Kanka
The first time and only time I watched Bobby in person was at his playoff game against Hudsonville....
Written by Alex Pallone
Michigan
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Bobby
Kanka DL
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
Weight
280
HS
Howell
|
MI
Bobby Kanka
This was my first (and very likely last) time watching Bobby Kanka . Right off the bat, I...
Written by Alex Pallone
Michigan
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Bobby
Kanka DL
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
Weight
280
HS
Howell
|
MI
Bobby Kanka
I’m super happy that Howell vs. Hudsonville is being played on Saturday. That said, it gives me an...
Written by Alex Pallone
Michigan
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Bobby
Kanka DL
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
Weight
280
HS
Howell
|
MI
Bobby Kanka
Hudl Link Bobby is someone that I’ve been wanting to watch in person for a very long time....
Written by Alex Pallone
Michigan
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Bobby
Kanka DL
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
Weight
280
HS
Howell
|
MI
Bobby Kanka
Likely the most coveted guy on this list is Bobby Kanka . Bobby is an incredibly strong and...
Written by Tyler Graham
Michigan
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Alex Pallone | Prep Redzone Scout

Alex Pallone

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The first time and only time I watched Bobby in person was at his playoff game against Hudsonville.

Like most Power 4 prospects, I could spot Bobby from a mile away. His size is no joke, and he’s as powerful as advertised. Just from a size and competitiveness standpoint, Bobby is definitely capable of developing into an amazing player at Michigan. Skill-wise, Bobby is a little bit more raw than the elite B1G 10 prospects, but the gap isn’t that big.

1 year ago

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This was my first (and very likely last) time watching Bobby Kanka Bobby Kanka Bobby Kanka 6'5" | 280 lbs | DL Howell | 2025 State MI .

Right off the bat, I understand why he was a prime B1G 10 prospect. Bobby’s size is incredible. Truly 6’5″ with long limbs and impeccable power.

In-game, Bobby was a bit hit-or-miss. I will say, Hudsonville did an excellent job attacking Bobby via double teams, cut blocks, etc. At his best, Bobby fired out of his stance quickly and manhandled his opposing lineman. There were a few pass reps in particular where Bobby nearly earned a sack. Against the run, he did a solid job of anchoring down and trying to make a tackle.

I don’t think it was Bobby’s best game. Still, his size and upside are as high as any. I can’t think of a better fit for him than Michigan and I’m confident he’ll be able to develop into something truly special. Bobby has a real NFL upside, and I hope to see him get drafted eventually!

1 year ago

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I’m super happy that Howell vs. Hudsonville is being played on Saturday. That said, it gives me an opportunity to watch Howell and Bobby Kanka Bobby Kanka Bobby Kanka 6'5" | 280 lbs | DL Howell | 2025 State MI .

Against KZoo Central, Bobby consistently manhandled the smaller offensive line. Once he got his hands on someone, Bobby was able to push or pull them away before pressuring the QB, earning a sack, or TFL.

I mean, come on. Look at the highlight at 0:23. Bobby easily gets into the backfield, then punches the ball out.

I have a few nitpicks with his game, but I’ll hold all of those until after I watch him this Saturday.

2 years ago

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Bobby is someone that I’ve been wanting to watch in person for a very long time. I don’t know if I’ll be able to, but I do know how dominant he is on the football field. Michigan fans- this is an extremely talented defensive lineman who would continue to develop well at the next level.

  • Incredibly explosive getoff
  • Power rusher, but can win with agility
  • NEEDS to be double-teamed if you want any chance running to his side
  • Elite size
  • Can’t think of a better fit than Michigan

2 years ago

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Likely the most coveted guy on this list is Bobby Kanka Bobby Kanka Bobby Kanka 6'5" | 280 lbs | DL Howell | 2025 State MI . Bobby is an incredibly strong and explosive defensive lineman. He is a pass rushing monster as he has about every tool in his belt to work with. He does a fantastic job of getting up underneath the offensive lineman and completely dislodging them from where they’re supposed to be. From there, he can shoot the gap inside, or beat them to the edge and get to the QB’s blind spot. He is a hard hitter in the run game as he does not get moved from his gap assignment, and does a great job of stepping in front of the ball carrier rather than attempting an arm tackle, which will serve him really well in the Big Ten where he is currently committed to play his college ball. Overall, this may be one of the most dominant guys in the trenches across the entire state, and it will be a blast to see what he has in store for us his senior year.

2 years ago

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Howell Scouting Report (vs. Hudsonville)

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