Another Robert C. Byrd lineman who stood out in the Eagles’ upset of Fairmont Senior in the first round was 2026 DL Trevor Dean Trevor Dean 5'8" | 245 lbs | DL Robert C. Byrd | 2026 State WV . He moved down to the defensive line again in the second half of the season after seeing time at linebacker early on, which is his most natural position. Dean is a scrappy player who excels in 1-on-1 matchups with offensive linemen with good agility and footwork. He’s a great D3 prospect in our eyes and would be a great addition at a program at that level.

Ranked as a defensive lineman, but 2026 Robert C. Byrd prospect Trevor Dean Trevor Dean 5'8" | 245 lbs | DL Robert C. Byrd | 2026 State WV has moved to middle linebacker this season for the Eagles. He’s a bigger body at that position, but Dean has transitioned well there as his experience along the defensive line has translated. He does a great job in run defense with his ability to get off blocks and play physically to find the ball. Dean does a great job getting penetration into the backfield and can blow up the running game consistently.

Trevor Dean Trevor Dean 5'8" | 245 lbs | DL Robert C. Byrd | 2026 State WV has been a standout for the Eagles since his freshman season and is a prospect who D3 programs should love. Size has been the one trait that hasn’t developed over the years, but we got to see Dean when he was entering his sophomore year at a camp and wowed us. He’s been a steady player for the Eagles since then and is very under the radar in his recruitment.