Saw Bennett play live this past December at AYF Nationals and added him to the 2027 National Watchlist then and there. Seeing him play again at the Future Stars Game last month, he looked even better. Has added considerable muscle over the last six months and is up to a thick, solid 5-foot-11 and 200 pounds. He bounced between defensive end and linebacker during practice and the games, depending on situation. I think he ends up as a linebacker longer term, much in part to his ability to be a three-down ‘backer. Can attack the line of scrimmage and blitz, but also has the athleticism to cover backs in the flat or tight end’s attempting to get up the seam.

Nathaniel Bennett is a do-it-all athlete that people need to start keeping a close eye on. Coming out of the Jacksonville area of Florida, Nathan is a 5’10 and 200-pound playmaker who puts a lot of work in on the defensive side of the ball. At linebacker, Nathan is one of those rare playmakers who can shut down an offense with his style of play. His side-to-side speed makes him an absolute force on the field by allowing him to cover a lot of space quickly. In the blitz fit, Nathan can push through the line of scrimmage without much effort and put pressure on whoever is carrying the ball instantly. This past season, Bennett proved to be a member of a tremendous defense for the Duval Jaguars. It shouldn’t be long before Nathan begins to put together a high school career down in Florida. Continued growth and figuring out where he fits in that Linebacker/Defensive End/Edge position group, will serve him well.