Garrett Bauer was one of the hardest-working players on Monticello’s defense last season, and he’s been putting in the work this offseason to build his resume as a viable defensive leader at the next level. Bauer was extremely effective during the coverage drills, making a quick burst off the snap, and opening his hips in coverage without angling too sharply. One particularly rep that caught my eye was when the RB tried a double-move when releasing on his route, and Bauer wasn’t even fazed by the move, staying on the route at a close distance. Bauer also excelled during the 1-on-1 pass rush drills against the RB, using his speed to win on the outside rush, and utilizing spin moves to get around the block. Bauer should see his stock increase greatly over the next few months with how much he has been progressing this offseason.

Another Monticello Magic linebacker that had me intrigued in their 2026 class at the Crown College Elite Camp, was 5’11 205 pound Garrett Bauer. Garett impressed me with how balanced his footwork were thru the bulk of the drills I got to watch and that showed off even more fluid as we got into 1v1s as Garrett showed off plenty of consistency. He showed off a quick trigger off the snap and there is certainly some upside brewing with it further, and does well as a middle linebacker showing off how clear that balance he has brewing coming downhill. I also felt since viewing his sophomore tape, Garret has grown further with his instincts of hitting the best pursuit angle. Sound multi-sport athlete that I believe he has a great next-level ceiling to build out in the coming year.