Lago has 49 total tackles (29 solo, 20 assisted), 12 TFL, 6 sacks, 1 QB pressure, 1 PD, 1 FF, and 1 blocked field goal. Lago has good athletic ability due to his good acceleration, speed, lateral quickness, and change of direction. Good read and reaction speed. Lago does a great job identifying gaps, rushing them and getting the tackle for loss. Displays good sideline to sideline range and into his zone responsibility. Good blitz take off speed. He has good get off and block shedding ability as well. When he’s rushing the QB, he will also put his hands up in the air to deflect a pass. Good tackler as well. Great all-around linebacker.

Lago delivered a monster performance in week 4 against an out of state opponent, recording 19 total tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss and four sacks. Lago consistently created chaos in the backfield and disrupted the rhythm of the opposing offense throughout the game. His quick get off allowed him to attack gaps before blockers could fully establish themselves, giving him opportunities to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Four sacks and 5.5 tackles for loss shows the level of disruption he can bring week in and week out. Lago’s combination of explosiveness, production and relentless pressure makes him one of the 2027 trench players who deserves increased attention as the season continues.