Derek Worden | Queen Creek
Derek Worden
- Class
- 2026
- Position
- OL/DL
- Height
- 6'5"
- Weight
- 255
- School
- Queen Creek
About Derek
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Jordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Worden exploded onto the recruiting scene in early 2025 and now holds 11 D1 offers from a variety of P4, Group of 5, and FCS programs. 6’6” 270 lbs. with a versatile skillset that can be recruited on either side of the line. He’s a force on both sides consistently being able to dominate the LOS with his strength, power, and contact balance. Possesses a powerful initial punch to move opponents and gain positional leverage early on in the play. He’s a skilled athlete that can move showing the coordination, bend, and foot speed to be effective blocking in space on offense and chase ball carriers in the short area on defense. Plays with active hands at both positions allowing him to control opponents. Calculated with the movement of his hands and feet to stay inside his frame and balanced. Jumps into the rankings as the #31 ranked player overall in the 2026 class.
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