Jude Couzens
Jude Couzens
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Niel Stopczynski | Prep Redzone Scout
Couzens has been all conference for life, playing the game at a high level, and testing that way as well. As a freshman, verified numbers include a 5.33×40, 4.53 pro shuttle at a size of 6020 263. Now listed at 285, Couzens is an impact player at left tackle. Characteristics include great feet, smooth drop in pass pro, big upper body strength, loose on the pull, functionality in space, lateral range, and mirroring on the edge. He works to maintain base and balance integrity while engaged, bends well at the flex points, and loves putting defenders on the ground. Projected inside to guard, carries a 3.6 GPA, has one DI school in his pocket, more should be on the way.
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Read EvaluationOliver 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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Read EvaluationAlan Popadines | Prep Redzone Scout
-Exceptional movement for an eighth-grader who is already 6-foot-2 and 245-pounds. Repeatedly shows the ability to climb the ladder and block Linebackers in space
-Thrives as a run blocker and can set the tone early with his ability to overwhelm the opposition at the point of attack. Pancakes guys into the ground on a regular basis during drive blocks
-Versatile two-way lineman that play Guard or Tackle with his foot work and speed. Quick enough to get kick step back as a Tackle and agile enough to pull as a Guard. Can also play on the Edge or the inside along the Defensive Line too
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