Armstrong is a disruptive force off the edge who can change the outcome of a game instantly. He has an explosive first step, his ability to bend and attack with speed allows him to win his matchups consistently. Tyler uses his violent hands combined with a stiff punch at engagement to his advantage, allowing him to overpower his opponents at the point of attack. His next level athleticism and high motor are several traits that you see immediately when watching his in game film. Tyler is gaining momentum on the recruiting trail this offseason, recently adding offers from Texas, Baylor, UTSA and Auburn.

Tyler is a high-motor edge rusher that brings constant pressure off the outside with an aggressive attacking style. He shows good burst at the snap and does a strong job bending around the edge to disrupt plays in the backfield. Recording 5 sacks and 10 hurries, he consistently made quarterbacks uncomfortable and forced offenses to adjust protections his way.

He plays physical against the run and isn’t afraid to finish plays in open space, shown by his 15 solo tackles on the season. Tyler also flashes solid awareness and instincts, highlighted by his interception return a play that shows his ability to read the quarterback and react quickly. His effort level stands out every snap, and he plays with the kind of toughness coaches want leading a defensive front.

As he continues developing his hand usage and overall strength, Tyler has the potential to become an even more dominant pass rusher with big-play ability on every down. Armstrong holds offers from Baylor, Colorado State, North Texas, UTSA.

Armstrong is a technician in the making. He plays with violent hands, good bend, and an understanding of leverage that allows him to punch above his weight. His motor runs hot, and he plays fast from snap to whistle. Production backs it up: 26 tackles and 5 sacks as a sophomore. He’s already holding offers from SMU and Texas Tech, and it’s easy to see why. Armstrong sets the edge well, transitions smoothly from run to pass, and consistently stresses blockers. Continued physical development will only amplify his impact.

Explosive first step puts immediate stress on tackles. Shows bend and flexibility when turning the corner and the strength to convert speed into power. High motor defender who continues working even when initially stalled, creating pressure late in reps.