Kaden Vilgrain
Kaden Vilgrain
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Vic Castillo | Prep Redzone Scout
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Kaden Vilgrain
Kaden
Vilgrain
6'3" | 220 lbs | EDGE
Northeast | 2028
State
PA
Previously on our watch list,
Kaden Vilgrain
Kaden
Vilgrain
6'3" | 220 lbs | EDGE
Northeast | 2028
State
PA
makes a major jump into the rankings at No. 61 overall. At 6’3, 220 pounds with a 3.7 GPA, Vilgrain has already turned heads after a strong camp showing. I personally spoke with Temple’s staff about him before Temple eventually extended an offer. He has also recently visited Penn State and Rutgers, showing that bigger programs are paying attention. In my opinion, Temple is only the beginning of what could become a very active recruitment. This debut ranking reflects belief in both the current player and future projection. I will get another look at him this fall, which should provide even more clarity. Vilgrain enters the rankings with a chance to break through another tier entirely.
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Read EvaluationVic Castillo | Prep Redzone Scout
Kaden Vilgrain
Kaden
Vilgrain
6'3" | 220 lbs | EDGE
Northeast | 2028
State
PA
is a 6-foot-3, 220-pound defensive end from Northeast High School and a member of the Class of 2028. With a 3.7 GPA and a strong physical frame already in place, Vilgrain is a developing edge prospect with plenty of upside on the defensive line. Coaches can contact him directly at 445-248-1378.
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Read EvaluationJamiel Josey | Prep Redzone Scout
Kaden Vilgrain
Kaden
Vilgrain
6'3" | 220 lbs | EDGE
Northeast | 2028
State
PA
delivered a strong and physical performance at this weekend’s PRZPA Exposure Series while showcasing his ability to compete in the trenches against top talent. Throughout the event, Vilgrain consistently displayed toughness, strength, and a relentless motor that made him stand out among the defensive linemen in attendance. He showed the ability to fire off the ball quickly while using his physicality to disrupt plays and challenge offensive linemen during competitive reps. Vilgrain also flashed strong hand usage and leverage, allowing him to remain effective in one-on-one situations throughout the showcase. His aggressive style of play and willingness to battle every snap brought energy and intensity to the defensive line group. Coaches and evaluators took notice of his effort, competitiveness, and ability to stay active around the football all day long. Vilgrain’s combination of physical play and developing technique made him one of the more intriguing defensive line prospects at the event. By the conclusion of the PRZPA Exposure Series, he firmly established himself as a defensive lineman prospect worth keeping an eye on moving forward.
Sophomore Season Tape
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@EdOBrienCFB https://t.co/t2ulDZ0tto— Kade (@KadenVilgrain) December 6, 2025
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Read EvaluationPat Weider | Prep Redzone Scout
Question: Could he be the biggest stock riser in the defensive line group?
Kaden Vilgrain
Kaden
Vilgrain
6'3" | 220 lbs | EDGE
Northeast | 2028
State
PA
is an explosive edge defender. He has good size (6’3″) and athleticism. He gets off the ball extremely well. Then he uses his speed and athleticism to get into the offensive backfield. Vilgrain has a chance to be the biggest stock riser in the defensive line group. That’s the question I have for him at the showcase. I think that he is that talented a prospect.
Sophomore Season Tape
@Coach_Linc
@CoachRambo1
@EdOBrienCFB https://t.co/t2ulDZ0tto— Kade (@KadenVilgrain) December 6, 2025
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Read EvaluationEvent Results
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Exposure Series: Pennsylvania
05/16/2026
- 40 Yd #1
- 4.9s
- 40 Yd #2
- 4.74s
- Shuttle #1
- 4.32s
- Shuttle #2
- 4.5s
- Broad #1
- 8'10"
- Broad #2
- 8'11"
- L-Drill #1
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- L-Drill #2
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- Vertical #1
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- Vertical #2
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- Wingspan
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