Deshawn Simmons, - Prep Redzone

Deshawn Simmons

Linebacker

2028 Class

6'3" Height

215 Weight

Northside Harlan School

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About Deshawn

Deshawn Simmons is a 6'3" Linebacker in the 2028 class. Simmons attends Northside Harlan in Texas. Simmons's Player Profile was created on September 5, 2025. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see what our scouts have written about them.

Expert Analysis

Alin Edouard

Prep Redzone Scout

Deshawn is a linebacker/edge defender who brings instant impact ability to the field after transferring in from Florida to powerhouse Harlan Hawks in San Antonio. He plays with a high motor and consistent effort, showing the ability to chase plays from sideline to sideline while also being disruptive in the backfield. Whether he’s standing up as an edge rusher or dropping into space as a linebacker, he shows versatility and a natural feel for being around the football. His pursuit stands out, as he rarely gives up on plays and consistently finds ways to finish near the ball.

What makes him even more intriguing is the attention he’s already receiving on the recruiting trail, with offers from programs like Tennessee, Texas Tech, Kansas State, UTEP, and Virginia Tech. That level of interest reflects his upside as a defensive playmaker with size, effort, and positional flexibility. As he continues to adjust to a new system and competition level, Deshawn projects as a developing impact defender who can grow into a key piece of a defense built on physicality and speed

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