Jerome Newman Jerome Newman 6'3" | 205 lbs | EDGE/ATH Statesville | 2027 State NC has made one of the biggest moves among the defensive prospects, jumping all the way into the Top 25 at EDGE. At 6-foot-3, 205 pounds, the Statesville senior brings an intriguing combination of length, athleticism, and versatility. Newman can get after the quarterback off the edge, but he’s far from a one-dimensional prospect. He also makes an impact offensively, showing the movement skills and overall athletic ability that make him such an interesting projection at the next level. Long, explosive, and versatile, Newman has put himself firmly on the radar and still has room to climb.