Dan is not only one of the top linebackers in the state but could finish next season as one of the most underrated defensive players in Illinois. The 5’11, 210 lbs inside backer out of Lake Forest finished his junior campaign with 94 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 6 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles. What stands out immediately about Dan’s game is his physicality and knack for taking the ball away. This high motor player never misses a chance to hit the opposing quarterback. Especially for an inside linebacker, Dan has polished pass rushing technique and is incredibly efficient when blitzing. He is a stout tackler who can also get off of blocks quickly. Keep an eye on this rising star as Dan heads for his senior season.

The inside linebacker from Lake Forest lit up the stat sheet in his sophomore season. Dan accounted for 88 total tackles, 8 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, 1 interception, and 2 defensive touchdowns in his first varsity season. Dan is incredibly instinctual. He can diagnose offensive run plays with ease and get downhill to meet the ball carrier at or behind the line of scrimmage. The 5’11, 200 lb plays extremely quick, meaning he is tough for offensive linemen to reach at the second level. Dan blitzes with urgency and always seems to be around the ball. Heading into his junior season, keep an eye out for Dan as he may finish the year as one of the top linebackers in the state.