May goes 5’11” 165 pounds.  This linebacker from Macomb racked up an insane 153 tackles, 4 sacks, and 8 TFL as a sophomore on varsity last season.  He is constantly moving pre snap making it difficult for opponents to know where he is coming from.  Good feel for where to slice through the offensive line to make plays in the backfield where he has a permanent residence. Nose for the ball and runs really well.  Stuffs up the middle.  Will need to add some strength, but has time.  Super productive!

Sophomore linebacker Drake May Drake May 5'11" | 165 lbs | LB Macomb | 2027 State IL made a huge impact in last Friday’s 22-19 victory over Knoxville High School. With a staggering 21 tackles and 1 sack, May was everywhere on the field, showcasing his exceptional ability to read plays and make crucial stops. His performance was a key factor in the win and highlights his potential as one of the top young defensive players in the state.

A PrepRedzoneIL Underclassman All-State selection earlier this year, Macomb’s 5’11, 170 lb. tackle-machine Drake May Drake May 5'11" | 165 lbs | LB Macomb | 2027 State IL had a heckuva start to his high school career in 2023, posting 104 tackles, 3 TFls, and 2 sacks for the Bomber’s varsity last fall. That led his conference and was the 14th most tackles in the state in 2023, and he’s looking to bump things up a notch as a sophomore.

Lots of natural ability in May, especially in run support, and he also displays good pursuit speed, instincts and processing ability to help sniff out and find the ball, takes good angles to the football, and is slippery at avoiding and disengaging from blocks. The 165 lber. shoots gaps with pace around the LOS, changes direction well in space, and is a strong tackler, especially for his size, who made some big boy hits in 2023 and is technically sound and able to take down bigger ball carriers consistently, Obviously, the size raises some questions in terms of his projection to the college level, but May is a natural football player who is going to have one of the more decorated prep resumes in the 2027 class when it’s all said and done.