Jacob comes in as our DL9 in the 2027 North Dakota class and is one that has position flexibility to play on either side of the trenches at the next-level. His ability to accelerate while getting off blocks is what intrigues me right away when you watch the tape, as Jacob picks up speed quickly for a 6’3 240 pounder that surely has the frame in my eyes to add plenty of stock to it over the coming years. You also cannot miss on the motor that this kid has in the defensive trenches as you see it consistently throughout his tape showing it off. He also has a plethora of pass rush moves that he uses at his disposal that surely contribue well at the next-level. Another one that you could see moving up a few spots in this group.

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Jacob was a 2027 defenslive linemen that I said needed more attention just last month in this 2027 ND class, as I felt the reps I watched again showed why in the live eval I got in Aberdeen. The release of sudden burst you get when Jacob gets off his blocks inside, is exactly what scholarship-level schools should be looking for as he showed that in Aberdeen. He came in as-advertised with his measurables, which is always a great sign, and I liked Jacob’s ability to improvise in real time with his pass-rush as you can tell he’s a defensive end that is instinctive at giving the best angle possible to get into the backfield. Certainly one that we have inside our top 40 overall for good reason, as he surely is a 2027 that can play on Saturdays.

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The Braves have not one, but two intriguing trench monsters in this 2027 class that we have featured recently, with the next one up being Jacob Baumann Jacob Baumann 6'3" | 232 lbs | DL Mandan | 2027 State ND . Jacob is one that can unleash some sudden movement once he gets off his blocks as the 6’3 230 pounder is rangy for his size that can get to the edges if you need him to. If you are looking for a defensive end that has great overall balance with his skillsets, Jacob could be a good fit for your program.

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