2031 Bowling Green (KY) DL Garrett Pearson brought an impressive combination of size and movement to the defensive line group. At 6’1 245 as a 7th grader, he already has a strong frame, but what stood out was how well he carried it. Pearson flashed inside during 1-on-1s, showing the ability to generate power on a bull rush while also mixing in enough quickness to keep blockers honest. He’s still developing his hands and overall pass rush approach, but the physical tools are easy to see. With his size, strength, and movement ability at this stage, Pearson has a solid foundation to build into a disruptive interior presence in the future.

Pearson was one of the most impactful defensive players on the field, showing his versatility by starting at edge while also kicking inside when needed. He brought an excellent blend of strength and quickness that allowed him to consistently disrupt opposing offenses, whether he was attacking off the edge or working against interior linemen. His first step and physicality made him a constant problem, and he showed the ability to win in multiple ways, using both power and speed to get into the backfield.

What really set Pearson apart was how tough he was to block snap after snap. He played with a relentless motor and physical edge that wore down opponents, forcing offenses to account for him at all times. Whether setting the edge against the run or collapsing the pocket as a pass rusher, he was a difference-maker who brought intensity and consistency, making him one of the top overall performers on the team.

The reigning KYMSFA Region 1, Division 1 Player of the Year showed exactly why he earned that honor. Pearson lined up at both Edge and inside at Defensive Tackle during the tournament, depending on situations. His speed off the snap was second to none on the field this past weekend. Played with a high motor and made a number of big plays at or behind the line of scrimmage. He played in the 8th Grade BOTR tournament, but he reclassed from 2030 to 2031 and will be back next season.

Growth and ever-changing height/weight measurements comes with the territory as it pertains to prospects on the pre-high school level. That said, Garrett Pearson Garrett Pearson 6'1" | 247 lbs | DL Bowling Green Junior High School | 2031 KY returns to the Kentucky Future Stars three inches and 30-pounds heavier than he was a year ago at this time. Pearson is one of a select few kids on this team, that I truly feel could start on either side of the ball. Doubling down on that, based off what I’ve seen from the BGJH prospect, I feel he has the size, quickness and technical skills to play any position up front–on BOTH sides of the ball. Pearson also spends a lot of time playing hoops, something that has likely helped him stay a cut above the rest with his feet and agility.