Emanuel Ruffin Emanuel Ruffin 6'5" | 290 lbs | DL Bessemer City | 2026 State AL is one of the top DL recruits in the nation and just announced a huge decision with his recruitment earlier this week.

“Ruffin is a terrific run defender- with his size, speed, and power, he gets terrific penetration and is constantly in the backfield. Ruffin eats up space, closes rushing lanes, and has great pursuit he uses to take down RBs along the line of scrimmage for little to no gain.

On passing downs, Ruffin is just as productive- he generates tons of pressure, can bat down passes, and takes on double teams to free up opportunities for his teammates to get after the quarterback.”

Earlier this week, Ruffin committed to Ohio State! I think he’ll end up being a great player for the Buckeyes; we’re all going to have to watch out for him.

Check out some of Ruffin’s tape below:

Emanuel Ruffin Emanuel Ruffin 6'5" | 290 lbs | DL Bessemer City | 2026 State AL is a talented DL from Bessemer City who’s been having another big season this fall.

“Ruffin is a terrific run defender- with his size, speed, and power, he gets terrific penetration and is constantly in the backfield. Ruffin eats up space, closes rushing lanes, and has great pursuit he uses to take down RBs along the line of scrimmage for little to no gain.

On passing downs, Ruffin is just as productive- he generates tons of pressure, can bat down passes, and takes on double teams to free up opportunities for his teammates to get after the quarterback.”

Through eight games, Ruffin has recorded 40 total tackles (2 for loss), one sack, and one fumble recovery.

I’m excited to keep watching Ruffin at the next level. He’s a talented prospect with a bright future ahead.

Emanuel Ruffin Emanuel Ruffin 6'5" | 290 lbs | DL Bessemer City | 2026 State AL is a dominant DL out of Bessemer City who really caught our eye after last fall.

“Ruffin is a terrific run defender- with his size, speed, and power, he gets terrific penetration and is constantly in the backfield. Ruffin eats up space, closes rushing lanes, and has great pursuit he uses to take down RBs along the line of scrimmage for little to no gain.

On passing downs, Ruffin is just as productive- he generates tons of pressure, can bat down passes, and takes on double teams to free up opportunities for his teammates to get after the quarterback.”

Ruffin came up huge for Bessemer City last fall, ending the year with 51 total tackles (5 solo, 46 assisted, 2 for loss), one sack, and one FR. 

Ruffin has picked up offers from all over, and currently has visits scheduled to LSU, Ohio State, and Alabama this summer!

Check out Ruffin’s tape below, he’s a seriously talented prospect:

Emmanuel Ruffin is a dominant DE out of Bessemer City who has quickly become one of the state’s top prospects on the defensive line over the last few months. Ruffin is a terrific run defender- with his size, speed, and power, he gets terrific penetration and is constantly in the backfield. Ruffin eats up space, closes rushing lanes, and has great pursuit along the line of scrimmage he uses to take down RBs for little to no gain. On passing downs, Ruffin is just as productive- he generates lots of pressure, can bat down passes, and takes on double teams to free up opportunities for his teammates on the line. Ruffin came up huge for Bessemer City last fall, ending the year with 51 total tackles (5 solo, 46 assisted, 2 for loss), one sack, and one fumble recovery. With how well he played last season Ruffin has picked up tons of top-tier offers from programs like Miami, Georgia, Alabama, and more. Be sure to watch him next season, he’s put together some seriously impressive film you can view below, and is only just getting started.