At 6’2, 215 pounds, Tyson Kame’e Sawyer-Mahoe brings an ideal blend of size and athleticism to the linebacker position. He plays with a violent edge, consistently delivering physical finishes that set the tone for his defense. His instincts show up quickly against both the run and pass, allowing him to diagnose plays and react without hesitation. Sawyer-Mahoe’s motor runs nonstop, making him a constant presence sideline to sideline. As a vocal leader with natural command on the field, he’s the type of prospect whose impact goes far beyond the stat sheet.

Class of 2027 LB Tyson Sawer-Mahoe (6’2, 215) delivered a strong all-around performance at the UA Next Camp Series stop in Phoenix. Possessing a well-built frame for the position, he showed the physical tools that project well at the linebacker spot. Sawyer-Mahoe stood out during drills with his speed, fluid movement, and ability to change direction in space. He moved comfortably in coverage-focused drills and showed the range needed to track plays sideline to sideline. His combination of size, athleticism, and mobility makes him an intriguing linebacker prospect in the 2027 class.

Sawyer-Mahoe was a breakout defender for the 4A state runners-up in 2025. The 6’2″/210 linebacker posted 50 tackles and 7 TFLs in his junior campaign. He’s a physical athlete that’s violent at the POA and shows his range and athleticism in coverage. He looks to punish receivers coming across the middle, can shed and make stops in the run game, and is highly disruptive as a downhill attacker. Sawyer-Mahoe ranks as the #3-LB in PRZ NV’s 2027 rankings.

Class of 2027 linebacker Tyson Sawyer-Mahoe (6’2”, 215) of Pinecrest Academy Sloan Canyon continues to establish himself as one of the more intriguing young defensive prospects in Nevada. With a strong, college-ready frame and room to keep developing, Sawyer-Mahoe already looks the part of a Division I linebacker. He pairs his size with impressive explosion, triggering downhill quickly and delivering physical, tone-setting hits. His instincts stand out on film, as he diagnoses plays efficiently and shows the ability to flow sideline-to-sideline while also holding up in coverage. As he heads to the UA Next Camp Series in Phoenix, the 2027 prospect will be looking to turn heads and secure his first Division I offer.

Sawyer-Mahoe is looking like a potential breakout candidate coming into his first season with Sloan Canyon. He’s a physical athlete at 6’2″/210 that’s flashed his ability to play both sides of the ball and packs intriguing upside in his traits as a future LB prospect. Sawyer-Mahoe is one of several front-seven defenders to keep an eye on for Sloan Canyon this season.

Kame’e has shown great athleticism at the WR and LB positions this off-season. His natural size, length, athleticism, and instincts make him a dominant LB and great college prospect. Kame’e has picked up interest this off-season, and with a dominant junior season brewing on tape, Kame’e will soon receive his first offer.

Sawyer-Mahoe’s a rising LB/TE out of Pinecrest Academy Sloan Canyon that could be on the verge of a breakout junior season. He was a new addition to the PRZ NV 2027 rankings back in January and moved up from the watchlist to the official rankings with the impressive offseason performances he’s put together in recent months. Has shown promising upside in his frame (6’1″/205), athleticism, and ball skills as a TE on the 7v7 circuit that should translate well to the defensive side of the ball. Look for Sawyer-Mahoe to continue to climb the 2027 rankings with a productive junior season in the fall.