Listed at 6’0” 200lbs. Brody Michael Brody Michael 6'0" | 205 lbs | LB American Leadership Academy Queen Creek | 2025 State AZ has quickness that’s rarely seen from the linebacker position. Many linebackers have an explosive first step – it’s a great trait to have – but Michael takes it a step further. It’s not just the first step, it’s how quickly he can get to top speed. Once he makes his read on a play he shows this quickness and turns on the jets to wherever the ball is. What really sets Michael’s game apart is how incredibly talented he is as a blitzer. You can tell it’s something he’s worked on and refined; yet there’s still this natural look and flow to it. Starting before the ball is even snapped, he does a great job mixing up his looks by not showing his blitz, or bluffing to set up a straight attack later in the game. It’s all strategic, and that strategy continues once the ball is snapped. He times his blitzes very well in order to make sure he already has some momentum before lineman are out of their stance. On his way to the backfield, he’s a very bendy and slippery player. Lineman are hardly ever able to get engaged because he’s either already by them, or is quickly maneuverung his body around whatever they throw at him. The blitzes showed in his production too, finishing the year with 12 TFLs from a true outside linebacker spot. Michael should be on everyone’s radar heading into the 2024 season.