Kemper is another name to watch along the defensive front in the 2030 class. There’s a lot that goes into playing in the trenches, and he’s at a good stage in his career to start putting everything together. Developing a quick first step, learning how to use his hands, and being able to shed blocks will be important parts of his growth. The more comfortable he becomes attacking gaps and working against different offensive linemen, the more opportunities he’ll have to disrupt plays in the backfield.

Kemper is already starting to separate himself physically, standing at 6’2 and showing early traits that translate well to the defensive end position on his middle school film. His size alone creates an immediate presence, but it’s the way he plays that makes him intriguing at this stage.

At defensive end, Kemper shows a strong initial burst off the line and plays with noticeable effort in pursuit. He’s active with his hands when engaging blockers and continues to fight through contact rather than getting stuck on blocks. That competitiveness shows up consistently in his reps.

On film, he flashes the ability to set the edge and chase plays down from the backside, which is a positive indicator for his motor and awareness. There’s still development needed in refining technique and leverage, but the foundation is clearly there.