Riley is a 6’4”, 250 lb. defensive end that is plus athlete with outstanding initial quickness off the ball to consistently create disruption in the backfield. He can beat blockers with a combination of speed and power moves, using excellent hand technique and timing to keep linemen off his frame. His plus lateral agility allows him to work around blockers and maintain pressure on the quarterback, while his physicality, leverage, and pad level make him effective against the run. A disciplined and relentless player, he finishes plays with force and effort. Athleticism and positional flexibility flash in his ability to dominate on both sides of the line. He has committed to a PWO spot at Vanderbilt over offers from Stanford, Cal, Princeton, and Dartmouth, projecting as a high-upside edge defender at the next level.

Riley is a 6’4”, 250 lb. defensive end that is plus athlete with outstanding initial quickness off the ball to consistently create disruption in the backfield. He can beat blockers with a combination of speed and power moves, using excellent hand technique and timing to keep linemen off his frame. His plus lateral agility allows him to work around blockers and maintain pressure on the quarterback, while his physicality, leverage, and pad level make him effective against the run. A disciplined and relentless player, he finishes plays with force and effort. Athleticism and positional flexibility flash in his ability to dominate on both sides of the line. He has committed to a PWO spot at Vanderbilt over offers from Stanford, Cal, Princeton, and Dartmouth, projecting as a high-upside edge defender at the next level.