Weycker had arguably the best game by a defensive player all year last Friday when he had 12 tackles, three picks, and a forced fumble. He’s among the state tackle leaders, has multiple tackles for loss in every game, has blocked a kick, and snaps for the Panthers. He’s a massive middle linebacker with fantastic closing speed. The Lenoir-Rhyne commit looks like an absolute steal for the Bears.

Weycker is 6’3″, 200 pounds, and moves like he’s a defensive back. Despite missing his entire rising junior offseason with an Achilles injury, Weycker’s tape last season makes it seem as if he never got hurt. He’s a cross between an old-school thumper and a box safety with coverage skills. Whatever role he plays, he’s going to make an impact, and it’s just a matter of time until the recruiting floodgates open. He’s also a high-academic offer candidate with the grades and work ethic to make it at an Ivy or Pioneer League program.

Weycker tore his Achilles in 2024, but he came back better than ever in 2025. His combination of size, speed, and instincts makes him a sleeper to end up on an FBS roster. I’m interested to see what type of athletic numbers he can put up this offseason after basically jumping straight from rehab into the season last year. Turn on the film, and you’ll see a guy who already looks college-ready.

Technically, Weycker isn’t in this rankings update. But, I saw the film earlier this week and had to include him as a new addition, because he’s not only entering the rankings at the next update, but being placed fairly high. He missed his sophomore season with an Achilles injury, but he looks as quick as ever as a junior. His highlight tape is fantastic, and he shows impressive closing speed for a guy his size.