Khalen was one of the linebackers who consistently caught attention throughout the camp with the way he moved and competed. He showed good instincts during drills, reacting quickly. What impressed most was how active he was throughout the day. Khalen attacked drills with confidence, showed good effort from rep to rep, and displayed the type of motor coaches want at the linebacker position. Khalen was offered by SMU and Purdue.

Khalen worked through linebacker drills with good energy and stayed active throughout the day. He moved well laterally, showed effort in every rep, and kept himself engaged as the pace of drills picked up. There were flashes of him being able to read and react quickly, especially when breaking downhill and closing space. He also took coaching in stride and made small adjustments as things went on, which helped him look more comfortable as the day progressed. A steady showing overall with clear room to keep developing. Taylor received an offer from Texas.

Taylor had a standout performance on the edge, showing why he’s a disruptive force on the defensive front. In one-on-one pass-rush drills, he displayed quick first steps and fluid footwork, allowing him to bend around blockers and close in on the quarterback with speed. During cone and agility drills, Taylor demonstrated excellent change-of-direction ability and balance, keeping himself low and controlled while reacting to blockers.

Khalen is a long, athletic defender at 6’3″ who makes an impact as both a linebacker and edge rusher. On film, he flashes the ability to set the edge, shed blockers, and close quickly on ball carriers. His length and agility give him an advantage in coverage, while his explosiveness off the line allows him to pressure quarterbacks and disrupt plays in the backfield. Khalen’s combination of size, instincts, and motor make him a consistent playmaker, and as he continues to refine his technique, he has the potential to be a dominant force on defense by the time he graduates. Taylor currently hold an offer from Houston.

Khalen brought a physical, high-effort presence to the Navy Combine and consistently showed up with urgency in every drill. He moved well laterally, keeping his shoulders square and staying under control when working downhill. His reactions were quick when triggering to the ball, and he showed a natural ability to close space with intent. Khalen competed with toughness, didn’t back down from contact situations, and played with noticeable energy throughout the session. His performance reflected a player who embraces competition and brings a reliable edge that translates well in live-action settings.

Khalen is a dynamic and versatile athlete who makes an impact in multiple phases of the game. On film, he shows excellent speed, agility, and instincts, allowing him to create plays both in space and near the line of scrimmage. Whether contributing as a runner, receiver, or in the secondary, Khalen demonstrates vision, balance, and physicality to maximize every opportunity. He also shows awareness and anticipation, making smart decisions with the football and consistently putting himself in positions to make big plays. His combination of athleticism, versatility, and playmaking ability makes him a constant threat on the field.