Landon is an excellent defensive asset for Campbellsville high school who specializes in creating effective defensive pressure off blitz rushes and reading the offensive play designs before the ball is snapped. Landon, a 5’10 195lb 2024 grad, had an amazing 2022 campaign as he recorded 135 total tackles, 17 tackles for loss, and 4 sacks in 11 games played. The first aspect of Landon’s game that amazes me is his insanely quick reflexes and reaction time. Whether he is playing zone coverage or blitzing, he can react the instant the ball releases from the center’s hands to snap the football. Because of this, Landon is always able to quickly create pressure on the QB or react to a change in the trajectory of the football when thrown near his zone. Another trait I like is that Landon can prevent losing hold of his assigned target and does not let a player slip by him. If Landon grabs a hold of a ball carrier, certainly that runner is going to be brought down and not move any further. This physical aggression and stamina to maintain hold of a player is a crucial game-changer for any defense when it comes to not giving up extra yards after initial contact. As of now, Landon has been receiving camp invites and interests from collegiate schools and I expect this to carry on during the 2023 fall season.

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Next up on my All-State team is the 1A leader in total tackles, Landon Colvin Landon Colvin 5'10" | 190 lbs | LB Campbellsville | 2024 State KY . Colvin is having an outstanding junior year with 120 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss, and three sacks. He does a great job of reading his keys and explodes through his gap in a hurry before offensive linemen have a chance to react. Once he shoots through his gap, he runs his feet through contact without breaking stride to secure the tackle and not allow for any additional yards to be gained. Against the pass, he does a good job of waiting for a lane to open and timing his blitzes perfectly to get to the quarterback. I also really like the high motor that Landon plays with, showing the ability to run all over the field to make tackles. While Landon doesn’t currently hold any offers, he will be a player to watch going into his final season as he has been receiving interest from multiple programs and has the talent to be a very good inside linebacker in college.