(@WillSteffen2027)

Cedar Catholic’s Will Steffen Will Steffen 6'2" | 285 lbs | DL/OL Cedar Catholic | 2027 State NE is a player who could be up for a solid bump in the next rankings update. Will was a starter in all three phases of the game for the Trojans as he starred at offensive tackle, defensive end, and long-snapper, and ended the year with a strong 40 tackles, nine TFLs, a sack, a forced fumble, and a blocked kick. Will played mostly as a 3-4 defensive end, but with his frame at 6’3″ and 285 pounds, I could also see him being effective in a 4-3 scheme as an end or interior defender. He fires off the ball very well with a quick first step and has great “pop” in his hands that can stun blockers with his initial punch. Steffen’s power and violent hands make it easy for him to disengage and continue pursuing the ball, making him very effective as a run blocker who can collapse run lanes. Nice lateral quickness and closing speed. On offense, Will plays with great leverage and balance in his base, which helps him walk back defenders or stand them up in their spot. His footwork and mobility also allow him to get out in space on screen plays or when lead-blocking downfield. Will earned his first offer from Dordt this month and should continue that momentum going into the summer camp cycle.