Nikelen Linson Nikelen Linson 6'0" | 200 lbs | LB Valley | 2027 State AL is a talented LB from Valley who was all over the field in his team’s 34-21 win over Marbury.

“Linson is an every-down playmaker on defense who can create huge plays against the run and pass. He has great instincts and always knows where he needs to be to make the greatest impact. With his speed and tackling, Linson constantly flies around the field to make sideline-to-sideline plays, causing headaches for opposing offenses.

In coverage, Linson is quick to react and has the ball skills to track and break on passes for some impressive interceptions. If I’m playing QB, I’m not trying to force the ball over the middle- Linson has shown he will make you pay for it.“

Linson came up huge for his team’s defense, racking up 11 total tackles (3 for loss, 8 solo), and one PBU.

We’ve been really impressed with Linson this year. He’s a talented LB coming up in the 2027 class and deserves more eyes. Make sure you check out some of his highlights below:

Nikelen Linson Nikelen Linson 6'0" | 200 lbs | LB Valley | 2027 State AL is a really impressive LB prospect out of Valley who had a big sophomore season for their defense last fall.

Linson is an every-down playmaker on defense who can create huge plays against the run and pass. He has great instincts and always knows where he needs to be to make the greatest impact. With his speed and tackling, Linson constantly flies around the field to make sideline-to-sideline plays, causing headaches for opposing offenses.

In coverage, Linson is quick to react and has the ball skills to track and break on passes for some impressive interceptions. If I’m playing QB, I’m not trying to force the ball over the middle- Linson has shown he will make you pay for it.

I saw a lot of great things in Linson’s sophomore film, check him out below: