Jude Couzens | Blue Springs South
Jude Couzens
- Class
- 2027
- Position
- OL/DL
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 285
- School
- Blue Springs South
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Oliver West | Prep Redzone Scout
Sticking with the Show-Me State and the talent-rich Blue Springs area of northwest Missouri. A 2023 Second Team All-District and Second Team All-Conference selection for Blue Springs South High School, 6’2, 265 lb. lineman Jude Couzens earned his first college offer about a week ago when instate Missouri State University offered an FCS scholarship. He’s on the radar of some big-time programs as well, as Couzens took a KState unofficial gameday visit in November and earned a Wisconsin prospect camp invite in February.
The freshman only allowed 1.5 sacks in 586 snaps in 2023 as a varsity right tackle, and the strength he possesses is both the first and the lasting impression I’m left with from his freshman tape. Couzens displays strength, pop, and power at the initial contact point and is a physical run blocker who sent some defenders flying when he locks his arms out or puts his pads on them. The 260 lber. is also a crushing finisher when he gets the upper hand in the positioning or balance battle. I’m also impressed by his footwork, both in run and pass-blocking situations. He doesn’t overstep or overextend, keeps his feet active, utilizes his post foot well, and generates noticeable power when he plants and anticipates contact. I like his pass set for a freshman as well, it’s clean, patient, stays square, doesn’t lunge or overextend, and can handle both speed and/or power. Additionally, Couzens shows a great base that absorbs contact and can dish it back out well once he resets his body, he does a good job of staying engaged to defenders once he gets his paws on them, and can change direction and can start/stop well in space, allowing him to effectively act as a lead blocker. Looks and plays like a D1 OL, he’ll need some added inches to see if he can jump into the P4 sphere of recruiting. Couzens is a stud though, don’t get it twisted.
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