Max is a really interesting prospect, and someone I believe has value at the next level. Doing his best work at defensive end, I love his quick get off and ability to use his hands to keep defenders away from his chest. Once free, he has the motor to carry him to the ball. He does great stopping the run, but I love his potential as an EDGE pass rusher at the next level, with really solid measurables and great motor. He’s a grinder that had a big role in 2025, but 2026 could be absurd with some more work in the weight room.

Max has the necessary traits to become a college prospect. Namely, Max is strong, hits hard, and gives great effort.

Most of my evaluation of Max came from drillwork rather than 1on1s. During the drills, Max always hit the bag as hard as he could, at times knocking over the bag holder. As I said, Max is built well. One area where Max needs to improve is his positioning. His footwork is all over the place, and he struggles to bring his lower body into hits. If Max can learn the little things while giving that same effort and physicality, I can easily see him picking up college offers in a year’s time.