Matthew Dalhover
Matthew Dalhover
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Jordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Dalhover is a high level defensive playmaker with a D1 skillset and the ability to play any position at the second level. 6’0” 215 lbs. he’s got a solid frame with good mass and plus athleticism that allows him to line up as an MLB, OLB, or work off the edge. Demonstrates three down value with his ability as a run stopper, pass rusher, and cover guy. Extremely quick to diagnose the play and locate the football. As a run stopper, he fills gaps decisively and is able to beat blockers with both his speed and strength. That natural power combined with his hand usage allows him to engage blockers and then shed contact to free himself up. Times his pass rush moves effectively to make a big impact as a blitzer, he takes hard angles and closes with speed to force QB’s off the spot. He’s able to matchup with slot receivers, TE’s, or running backs out of the backfield in coverage limiting separation and knocking down balls at the catch point. Racked up 81 total tackles as a sophomore with 13.5 tackles for loss. Still waiting on that first offer but checks all the boxes and should see a bump in recruitment this offseason.
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Jordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Dalhover is a high level defensive playmaker with a D1 skillset and the ability to play any position at the second level. 6’0” 215 lbs. he’s got a solid frame with good mass and plus athleticism that allows him to line up as an MLB, OLB, or work off the edge. Demonstrates three down value with his ability as a run stopper, pass rusher, and cover guy. Extremely quick to diagnose the play and locate the football. As a run stopper, he fills gaps decisively and is able to beat blockers with both his speed and strength. That natural power combined with his hand usage allows him to engage blockers and then shed contact to free himself up. Times his pass rush moves effectively to make a big impact as a blitzer, he takes hard angles and closes with speed to force QB’s off the spot. He’s able to matchup with slot receivers, TE’s, or running backs out of the backfield in coverage limiting separation and knocking down balls at the catch point. Racked up 81 total tackles as a sophomore with 13.5 tackles for loss. Still waiting on that first offer but checks all the boxes and should see a bump in recruitment this offseason.
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