Wood proved to be a versatile linebacker who is actively expanding his skill set. Traditionally known for his ability to contribute in the run game, Wood showed clear improvement in coverage during the event. His footwork was solid, allowing him to move efficiently and maintain balance when dropping into space. He also demonstrated the ability to break on the football, showing both awareness and effort in passing situations. Wood’s growth in coverage will make him a prospect that will turn some heads and be a name to know. With his combination of physicality and improving coverage ability, he is a prospect worth keeping a close eye on this offseason.

Wood brings impressive closing speed and physicality to the linebacker position. He recorded 86 total tackles, five tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks, consistently impacting plays in critical moments. Wood’s ability to close space quickly allows him to meet ball carriers in the hole with authority. He demonstrates strong pursuit angles and shows comfort operating sideline to sideline in run support. In coverage, he shows the awareness and the athletic traits necessary to remain effective in space. With a productive offseason focused on strength and refinement, Wood has the foundation to elevate his profile and become a must know name for scouts.

Wood measures in at 6’0 215-pounds and is another violent tackler. This past season, he had 86 total tackles (20 solo, 66 assisted), 5 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 6 QB pressures, 3 PD, 1 FF, and 1 FR. Wood has very good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, lateral quickness, change of direction, speed, and good jumping. Good read and reaction speed paired with very good strength. Very good tackling. Wood lays the boom on defenders, or will put his arms up to create incompletions. He excels against the run. Good get off speed paired with very good block shedding. Very good blitz take off speed. He rushes the gap and squeezes through to attack the backfield. Good pass coverage as well using his very good range to dominate sideline to sideline. Look for Wood to continue balling out into the off-season.

Wood has been a driving force behind Windsor’s defense. The 6’0 215-pound sophomore linebacker has 56 total tackles (12 solo, 44 assisted), 2 TFL, 1.5 sacks, 5 QB pressures, 1 FR for a TD, and 2 PD. He has very good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, lateral quickness, change of direction, good speed, and jumping. Very good strength. Wood is a productive downhill linebacker that makes an impact in the passing game as well. Good read and reaction speed. If he can’t make a play at the LOS, Wood will put his hands up to create a pass deflection. He’s always watching the ball and putting himself in position to make a play. Good get off speed with very good block shedding. Very good blitzing. Good range from sideline to sideline and into his pass coverages. Good pass coverage. Very good tackler. Wood will look to continue his dominance as Windsor goes into the playoffs !