Matthew Tees
Matthew Tees
About Matthew Tees
Expert Analysis
Ed OBrien | Prep Redzone Scout
Matthew Tees is an undersized but highly disruptive defender who plays with speed, toughness, and a nonstop motor. While he also contributes offensively, it’s his defensive film that sets him apart. During the season, he posted 65 total tackles (29 solo), eight tackles for loss, four sacks, 3 QB hurries, one interception, four pass breakups, and a fumble recovery.
Off the edge, Tees wins with quickness and timing. He’s a dangerous blitzer who comes downhill fast, avoids blocks, and closes on quarterbacks in a hurry. He finishes sacks with urgency. Tees’ highlights show him often chasing plays down well behind the line of scrimmage.
Against the run, he plays bigger than his size. He diagnoses cutbacks quickly, wraps up nicely, and isn’t afraid to go low to finish tackles. His highlights include several stops at or behind the line of scrimmage. He shows strong effort in pursuit and consistently finds his way to the football.
Tees also flashes awareness in coverage. He scans screens, avoids blockers in space, and contributes on pass plays, including an interception on a broken play. His instincts and effort allow him to make plays even when initially blocked.
Yes, Tees is very undersized for the position. However, he is a significant contributor and difference maker on McDonogh’s defense. Tees is playing out of position but has made the most out of it and is one of the most productive players on that side of the football for his team.
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