Trenton Neel – Highest Upside LB

Only a freshman, Trenton Neel showed some of the highest upside of any linebacker at the tournament. He brings great size, natural ability, and strong leadership traits that stand out immediately.

A vocal presence in the middle, Neel kept his team’s energy high even when facing adversity—and they responded by rallying to win. His impact goes beyond the stat sheet, setting the tone with both his play and leadership.

Trenton Neel Trenton Neel 6'2" | 208 lbs | LB/LS Port Charlotte | 2029 FL was the tone-setter in the middle all day for eventual champions Why So Serious, leading from the front as the team captain. Even in moments of adversity, he kept the energy high and his team locked in. Neel brings great size and physical presence, and you can easily see his potential as an edge rusher in tackle football. At the same time, he looked completely comfortable standing up at middle linebacker, showing versatility, leadership, and a strong feel for the game.

Here’s what we said about Neel on Saturday as a Day One Defensive MVP and continued high-level play on Championship Sunday!

“2029 Why So Serious LB Trenton Neel Trenton Neel 6'2" | 208 lbs | LB/LS Port Charlotte | 2029 FL was one of the top linebackers we saw throughout the day and consistently impacted plays in the middle of the field. He already has good size for his age, with an athletic body type, and he showed the ability to move comfortably in space. Neel closed throwing lanes quickly and did a nice job in coverage for a linebacker, using his length and awareness to affect passing windows. His sideline-to-sideline quickness stood out as well, and he showed a clear understanding of his zone responsibilities.”