Top Linebackers
Class of 2027 -- ranked by measurables, physical ceiling, and recruiting validation
Prototypical EDGE frame at 6'5" 240 with elite pass-rush production (17 TFL, 8 sacks) and All-State recognition — the combination of length, hand usage, and motor gives him a clear FCS ceiling with G5 upside if camp testing confirms athleticism. Needs verified measurables immediately, but this is the best pure defensive prospect in the class.
Tisdall is a physically imposing EDGE prospect with prototypical size (6'5" 240) and an outstanding junior stat line (17 TFL, 8 sacks). His combination of length, motor, hand usage, and pass rush moves gives him a clear FCS ceiling with G5 upside if verified athletic testing confirms his reported movement skills. The biggest gap in his profile is the absence of timed measurables and the lack of any D1 offers to date -- a strong camp circuit performance this offseason could change his recruitment dramatically.
6'4" 230 with elite strength numbers (345 bench, 465 squat), a football pedigree (brother at UCLA), Ivy offers, and 7 sacks as a junior at Regis Jesuit before transferring to Cherry Creek — his combination of size, production, academics (31 ACT), and recruiting validation make him a legitimate FCS/Ivy starter with FBS upside. The 4.69 forty needs laser verification but the tools are undeniable.
Colton Heimlicher is a high-ceiling, two-way athlete with elite size (6'4" 230) and outstanding strength metrics for a rising senior. His transfer to powerhouse Cherry Creek, combined with a productive junior year at Regis Jesuit (7.0 sacks, Top 10 PrepZone performance) and strong academics (3.6 GPA, 31 ACT), makes him an ideal Ivy League/FCS prospect with potential to earn FBS attention if he dominates at the 5A level. His brother plays DE at UCLA, suggesting a strong football pedigree and physical upside.
6'3" 240 DE on back-to-back 5A state championship Cherry Creek teams who exploded from 10 tackles as a sophomore to 80 tackles, 4 TFL, 3 sacks, and an INT as a junior — scouts praise his bull rush power and hand usage. PRZ Watch List recognition and elite competition level validate him as a legit D1 prospect who needs camp testing to unlock offers.
Thomas is a 6'3" 240 lb rising senior EDGE/DE who produced 80 tackles, 4 TFL, 3 sacks, and an INT as a junior while starting on a back-to-back Colorado 5A state championship team. PRZ scouts praise his hand usage, bull rush power, lateral quickness, and block-shedding ability -- tools that project well at the next level. He adds long-snapping versatility and plays varsity lacrosse; the combination of size, multi-sport athleticism, and a rapid development trajectory (10 tackles as a sophomore to 80 as a junior) makes him a prospect worth evaluating closely heading into his senior year.
Rare size for a safety/hybrid LB at 6'3" 206 with 117 tackles and 10 TFL while also catching 49 balls for 6 TDs — the two-way production and instincts at Regis Jesuit (5A) are outstanding. Needs verified speed testing to confirm he can cover at the next level, but his combination of frame, tackling volume, and ball skills makes him a fascinating strong safety/nickel LB prospect.
Filleman is a fascinating defensive prospect with rare size (6'3" 206) for a safety/nickel player who produced elite tackle numbers (112 tackles, 13 TFL) while also contributing significantly as a receiving threat (49 catches, 6 TDs). His best college projection is likely as a strong safety or hybrid linebacker in a defense that values versatility. He needs verified athletic testing and camp exposure to accelerate his recruitment, but his combination of size, instincts, tackling, and two-way production makes him a legitimate FCS/low-end FBS prospect with upside if his speed tests well.
122 tackles and a school single-game record (20) at 5A Cherokee Trail with Pitt offering validates his instincts and production against top competition — elite weight room numbers (440 squat, 275 clean) at 5'10" 185 compensate partially for size concerns. Projects as a high-floor ILB in a nickel scheme at the FCS/low-end FBS level.
Nico Mavromat put up 122 total tackles as a junior linebacker in 5A Centennial League play, which for those keeping score at home is top 16 in the entire state and top 9 in 5A, and he did it at Cherokee Trail against a schedule that included Cherry Creek, Eaglecrest, Grandview, and Arapahoe, so nobody's inflating numbers against the local JV squad here. The ThunderRidge game (17 total tackles in a 21-11 win) is the one we keep coming back to because when you watch a linebacker rack up 10 solos and 7 assists in a low-scoring defensive slugfest, that's a kid who is filling every gap the offense is trying to exploit, flowing sideline to sideline and arriving with bad intentions before the running back even gets to the line of scrimmage. Pittsburgh clearly saw the same thing because they handed him his first D1 offer, and we don't think Pitt is in the business of offering kids out of charity. The verified testing backs up what the film shows: 4.44 shuttle, 8'7" broad jump, and a 7.69 L-drill all point to legitimate change-of-direction athleticism and explosiveness, which tracks with the coverage ability you see on tape (smooth backpedal, fluid hips, the kind of stuff that makes offensive coordinators nervous about checking down to the back). Now, the honest part: 5'10" 185 (and MaxPreps has him at 5'9" 170, which, pick a number guys) is a real conversation at the next level because college offensive linemen are going to outweigh him by 130 pounds and that's just physics. The wingspan at 6'0" is fine but not going to bail him out in traffic the way a longer linebacker's would. He also played on a Cherokee Trail team that went 4-7, and while the individual production is undeniable, the Cherry Creek game (5 solo, 3 assists, zero TFL against the best offense on the schedule) is worth noting alongside the ThunderRidge explosion game because college coaches are going to ask how he holds up when the talent across the line of scrimmage jumps a level. That said, the instincts are legit, the motor never stops (6 QB pressures from a linebacker tells you he's not just reading and reacting, he's hunting), and the forced fumble, 2 recoveries, and interception show ball-hawking awareness that you either have or you don't. If he can get to 200 without losing that 4.44 shuttle quickness, we think Pitt is going to have company on that offer list by August.
111 tackles at 5A Legend with verified 4.22 shuttle, 33" vertical, and Ivy League offers (Cornell, Harvard, Dartmouth) confirm his athleticism and football IQ translate against quality competition. At 6'1" 175 he needs to add mass, but the movement skills and multi-offer validation make him a safe bet as a college starter at the FCS/Ivy level.
College-ready frame at 6'1" 230 with 1A All-State First Team honors, 96 tackles, 11 TFL, 2 sacks on defense plus 687 rushing yards (7.2 YPC) on offense — wrestling background adds functional strength and leverage. The competition level is a legitimate concern, but his size, movement skills for 230 lbs, and two-way dominance warrant serious evaluation once he gets verified testing.
Pridemore is a physically imposing two-way player at 6'1" 230 lbs with rare movement skills for his size — PRZ scouts note very good acceleration, balance, and change of direction. His junior season production on both sides of the ball (687 rushing yards, 8 total TDs, 96 tackles, 11 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 INT) and All-State First Team recognition demonstrate high-level football instincts and motor. He projects as a linebacker at the next level with the frame and physicality to play immediately, and his wrestling background adds functional strength and competitiveness that translate to the college game.
6'1" 205 two-way producer at 5A Mountain Vista with 64 tackles, 12 TFL, 2 INTs on defense and 609 rushing yards (7.1 YPC, 11 TDs) on offense — South Dakota offer validates the talent, and scouts praise his burst through gaps and receiving ability. Runs high and needs to improve pad level, but the frame, production, and D1 offer make him a legit college LB/H-back hybrid.
Accelerates extremely well through the hole once he commits -- the 1.61 B-gap time undersells his burst at the second level. Great field vision tracking blockers and finding space in traffic. Makes decisive zone cuts and trusts his reads. Lines up split out and functions as a legitimate receiver -- consistently finds soft spots in zone coverage on scramble drills. Shows a quality inside pass rush move and good ball awareness in zone drops. Concern: Runs high on both sides of the ball -- upright through contact as a runner and doesn't always drive through tackles on defense. At 6'2" 205 with room to add weight, a college S&C program can address pad level. Projects as a college LB or H-back who can also carry the ball in short yardage. South Dakota offer validates the talent.
6'2" 210 Conference Defensive Player of the Year on a 4A state championship Broomfield team with 89 tackles, 10 TFL, and 2 INTs — the size, production, and championship pedigree are all there. Multi-sport athlete with room to add mass to 230+; needs camp exposure and verified testing to generate D1 offers but has the frame and instincts of a college starter.
At 6'5" 230 as a junior DE with All-State First Team (4A) honors, the physical ceiling is enormous — that frame projects to 250+ in a college S&C program and could become a legitimate FBS edge rusher. Low TFL/sack numbers (2 TFL, 1 sack) and no verified testing are red flags, but you don't teach that size; he's a developmental projection worth monitoring closely.
PRZ ranks him #9 in Colorado's 2027 class — at 6'1" 180 playing RB/LB/S at 5A Columbine with 75 tackles and Blue-Grey All-American Combine participation, the recruiting validation and versatility are significant. Low TFL numbers (1) and no verified testing data are concerns, but the ranking, frame, and two-way ability suggest a player whose senior film could generate real D1 interest.
6'1" 210 LB on a 5A state championship Cherry Creek squad with 96 tackles, 4 TFL, and 2 sacks — the competition level and team context validate his production even if the 4.85 forty and modest playmaking numbers limit his ceiling. Projects as a reliable, physical college ILB at the FCS level with the pedigree of playing for the state's best program.
PRZ ranks him top 25 in Colorado's 2027 class at 6'1" 205 with verified shuttle (4.46) and vertical (32") — scouts praise his physicality, blitzing ability, and old-school thumper mentality at Mullen. Only 2 TFL in his stat line and a 4.9 forty are concerns, but interest from Syracuse, NC State, and Colorado suggests evaluators see more on film than the numbers show.
Nico Bennett Battaglia is a physically mature, high-motor linebacker/tight end hybrid who projects as an FCS-to-low-end Group of 5 prospect with room to grow. At 6'1" 205 with a 235 bench and 395 squat, he has a strong physical foundation and plays with an old-school physicality that scouts note. His junior season will be critical — if he can improve his TFL/sack production and verify improved speed at camps, he could earn FBS offers from the mid-major programs (Wyoming, Colorado State, South Dakota) already showing interest.
6'2" 210 on a 2A state championship Wellington team with 83 tackles, 9 TFL, 2 INTs, and 3 forced fumbles — the size, production, and All-State recognition are legitimate. The 4.74 forty and 2A competition level cap his ceiling, but the frame, ball-hawking skills, and championship experience project him as a solid FCS contributor.
Verified 4.70 laser forty and 4.24 shuttle at camps with 75 tackles, 12 TFL, 3 sacks, and back-to-back All-Conference honors at 4A Cheyenne Mountain — the tested athleticism and production are real. At 5'10" 205 the size limits FBS projection, but he has the movement skills and instincts of a quality FCS starter; academic profile (4.09 GPA) enhances his value.
Rueschhoff is a productive, high-motor inside linebacker with verified camp athleticism (4.70 laser 40, 4.24 shuttle) and elite weight room numbers for his size. His tackle production, two-year all-conference honors, and all-state recognition in Colorado 4A are legitimate, and his academic profile (4.09 GPA, AP Scholar) makes him highly recruitable at the FCS/lower FBS level. The biggest question is whether his 5'10" frame and 4A competition level translate against bigger, faster talent -- he profiles as a strong FCS starter or mid-major FBS prospect who could earn a scholarship with a strong senior camp circuit.
6'2" 210 DE at 4A Grand Junction with 63 tackles, 8 TFL, 3 sacks, and a wrestling background that translates to leverage and hand fighting — the frame projects to 230-240 in college and the production is solid. Needs verified testing and camp exposure, but the combination of size, multi-sport athleticism, and disruption rate makes him a developmental DE/OLB prospect.
Trevon Young is a 6'2" 210-lb junior defensive end at Grand Junction (CO 4A) who posted 63 tackles, 8 TFL, 3 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles across 12 varsity games. His production, especially in the backfield, is notable for a player with significant physical growth still ahead of him. As a multi-sport athlete with a wrestling background, he possesses the leverage and competitive toughness that translate well to the next level, and his frame suggests he could carry 230-240 lbs with a college strength program.
6'0" 215 All-State LB/TE at 4A Palmer Ridge with 73 tackles, 8 TFL, 2 sacks, and a clutch INT in the state championship game — the big-game production and two-way versatility are impressive. The 4.9 forty limits his range, but his instincts, physicality, and frame project him as a reliable college ILB at the FCS level.
109 tackles with 8 TFL and 2 sacks at 4A Liberty despite a 2-9 team record — that volume on a struggling defense means he's making plays without much help. At 6'0" 185 the frame is projectable, and PRZ recognition as a tackling leader validates the production; needs strength development and camp testing to generate college interest.
105 tackles and a massive 18 TFL at Rangeview with 1st Team All-Conference honors — the TFL rate is elite and shows a player who diagnoses quickly and attacks. At 5'11" 195 with strong lower-body power (425 squat, 245 clean), he has the functional strength to play inside; needs verified speed and a step up in competition level to project D1.
6'2" 190 leading tackler (107) on a 5A state finalist Ralston Valley team — the size, production, and competition level are all legitimate. However, zero TFL across 14 games is a glaring red flag that suggests he cleans up tackles but doesn't disrupt; needs to show playmaking ability as a senior and get verified testing to unlock his 6'2" frame's potential.
Tyler Schneider is a productive, high-floor inside linebacker with excellent size (6'2" 190) and strength numbers (400 squat, 225 bench) who was the leading tackler on a Colorado 5A state finalist. However, the complete absence of TFLs and minimal sack/pass breakup production raises questions about his ability to make impact plays at the next level. He projects as an FCS or strong D2 inside linebacker prospect who could earn D1 looks with a strong camp circuit this summer, verified speed testing, and continued weight gain toward 210+ lbs.
6'2" 200 multi-position athlete at 5A Overland with 75 tackles, 5 TFL, 2 INTs on defense and 17 catches for 238 yards on offense — the frame and versatility are intriguing despite playing on a winless team. Zero recruiting validation yet, but at his size with two-way production, a strong senior season and camp circuit could generate real interest.
Mitchell is a physically intriguing 6'1"-6'2", 195-200 lb two-way athlete with a projectable frame who plays multiple positions on both sides of the ball. However, his production is extremely limited (3 catches, 76 receiving yards as a sophomore), his team is one of the weakest 5A programs in Colorado, and there is no verified athletic testing data or D1-level recruiting interest. He needs a breakout junior season with dramatically improved stats, camp attendance to get verified measurables, and ideally a transfer to a more competitive program to generate legitimate D1 attention.
6'2" 175 safety at 5A Eaglecrest with 66 tackles and 2 INTs — the length, basketball background, and projectable frame are tantalizing for a DB who could grow into a LB/safety hybrid at 200+. Under-exposed with low film views and no offers, but the raw physical tools at his height are worth tracking through his senior year.
6'3" 195 with 148 tackles and 25 total TDs as a two-way force in 6-man football — the frame, All-State recognition, and ball-hawking ability (7 career INTs) are legitimately intriguing. The massive gap from 6-man to 11-man football is the question, but at his size with a reported 4.6 forty, he needs to get on the camp circuit immediately; could be a serious sleeper.
Klinzmann is a highly productive 6-man football athlete with intriguing physical traits at 6'3" 195 lbs and legitimate two-way dominance at the small-school level. His All-State First Team selection, 1,300+ all-purpose yards as a junior, and ball-hawking defensive instincts (5 INTs as a sophomore) demonstrate elite talent relative to his competition. However, the massive leap from Colorado 6-man to D1 football requires verified speed testing, exposure at camps/combines, and ideally 11-man film before any FBS/FCS program can seriously evaluate him -- he profiles as an intriguing small-school sleeper who needs to get on the camp circuit immediately.
6'1" 175 with verified camp measurables (4.70 forty, 4.52 shuttle, 35.8" vertical) and two-way production at 4A Golden — 69 tackles on defense and 549 rushing yards on offense as a junior. Scouts praise his backpedal fluidity and physicality in the run game; projects best as a strong safety with room to fill out to 195+ lbs.
Colin Meier is a 6'1" 175 lb two-way player out of Colorado 4A who projects as a safety/OLB hybrid at the college level, with the frame and verified agility (4.52 shuttle, 7.18 L-drill) to develop into a box safety or strong safety. His junior-year defensive production -- 69 tackles, 1 TFL, 1 FF, and a blocked punt -- paired with a scout evaluation praising his backpedal, hip fluidity, and physicality in the run game suggests a player whose defensive ceiling may exceed his offensive projection. At 175 lbs with a 6'2" wingspan and multi-sport athleticism, there is clear room to add 15-20 lbs and grow into a college-ready frame.
PRZ-ranked 2027 prospect at 5'10" 205 with Freshman Defensive POTY honors, 75 tackles, and 4 INTs as a junior at Timnath — the ball-hawking ability and wrestling background are quality traits. Height limits his LB ceiling, but as a box safety with physical toughness and instincts, he could find an FCS/D2 role.
61 tackles, 11 TFL, and 5 sacks at 4A Mountain Range represent an elite disruption rate — the TFL/sack numbers suggest a player who wins in the backfield consistently. At 5'11" 180 with a steep development curve (13 tackles as a soph to 61 as a junior), he's ascending fast; needs film, verified testing, and 15+ more pounds to generate college interest.
Kian Martinez is a 5'11" 180 lb defensive prospect at Mountain Range who posted 61 tackles, 11 TFL, and 5 sacks as a junior -- production numbers that indicate a high-motor defender who wins in the backfield at a strong rate. His statistical jump from sophomore year (13 tackles, 1 sack in 5 games) to junior year shows a player on a steep development curve with his best football still ahead of him. Verified athletic testing and film are needed to fully assess his physical tools and technique, but the on-field production and frame suggest a player worth tracking closely heading into his senior season.
Elite sophomore two-way production at 4A Longmont — 869 rushing yards (7.4 YPC, 12 TDs) and 73 tackles with 6 TFL on defense at just 5'7" 180 lbs with exceptional strength numbers (245 bench, 350 squat). The compact frame is the obvious concern, but the power, efficiency, and PRZ recognition (#190) make him a player to watch as he matures physically.
Ramirez is a compact, powerful two-way player who produced at a high level as a sophomore in Colorado 4A -- 869 rushing yards at 7.4 YPC with 12 TDs, plus 73 tackles, 6 TFL, and 2 sacks on defense. His reported strength numbers (245 bench, 350 squat) are exceptional for a 5'7" 180 lb sophomore, and his 94-yard long run shows legitimate breakaway speed. The biggest question is whether his frame can carry enough weight to absorb punishment at the next level, but his combination of power, production on both sides of the ball, and physicality make him a player worth tracking through his junior season.
PRZ #68 in Colorado's 2027 class with All-State honors at 5'8" 190 on a 2A state champion Wellington team — 78 tackles, 5 TFL, 2 sacks from a FB/LB/DE hybrid role. PRZ scouts highlight his violent tackling and versatility; size limits D1 projection, but the championship pedigree and state-level recognition make him a strong small-college prospect.
109 tackles and team captain as a junior at 5A ThunderRidge — the production and leadership are impressive at the highest classification. At 5'10" 170 with only 2 TFL, he profiles as a high-motor cleanup tackler who needs 20+ lbs and improved playmaking to project beyond FCS/D2; the 5A competition level gives his tackle numbers more weight than small-school peers.
Dane Giles is a high-motor, instinctive linebacker who led ThunderRidge in tackles as a junior with 109 total tackles, 2 TFL, 1 sack, 3 forced fumbles, and 2 fumble recoveries in Colorado 5A. His tackling production and leadership (team captain) are impressive, but at 5'10" 170 lbs with no verified athletic testing data and zero FBS offers, he currently projects as an FCS/D2 prospect who needs a strong senior season with improved measurables and camp exposure to generate D1 interest. A breakout combine performance and added weight could elevate his stock significantly heading into his 2027 cycle.
Started at MLB as a sophomore at 5A Mountain Vista and has grown from 5'9" 160 to reportedly 6'0" 195 — if that growth is real, the frame and early varsity experience at a quality 5A program make him an intriguing watch. Needs verified measurables and a breakout senior stat line, but the physical trajectory and competition level warrant attention.
102 tackles and 472 rushing yards (8.4 YPC) as a two-way player at 4A George Washington with 7x Player of the Game honors — the motor and toughness are undeniable. At 5'7" 192 the compact build limits D1 projection significantly, but the production rate and physicality could translate to a small-college role if he can get verified speed numbers.
Hopkins is a high-motor, undersized two-way player whose 102 tackles and 472 rushing yards (8.4 YPC) as a junior demonstrate legitimate football instincts, toughness, and production. However, at 5'7" 192 lbs with no verified athletic testing, no receiving stats, and no college interest, his D1 ceiling is likely limited to FCS or D2 programs unless he can prove elite speed/explosiveness at camps. He needs to aggressively pursue combine events and build out his Hudl film to generate any college attention.
CHSAA All-State Second Team as a junior on a 12-1 Limon team with 64 tackles, 7 TFL, 2 sacks, and a 10.7 YPC rushing average — the all-state recognition and efficiency are notable. No measurables on file makes him impossible to fully evaluate, but the production on a championship-contending team and postseason validation earn him developmental status.
Liam Yoder is a high-motor, two-way Class 1A player who earned CHSAA All-State Second Team honors as a junior while helping Limon to a 12-1 record and a state championship game appearance. His 10.7 YPC on the ground shows legitimate explosive ability when he touches the ball, and his 64 tackles with 7 TFL on defense demonstrate sideline-to-sideline range and physicality as a tackler. Without verified measurables or uploaded football film, his physical projection is difficult to pin down, but his production and all-state recognition on a deep playoff team warrant further evaluation.
101 tackles with 15 TFL and a 67% solo tackle rate at 3A Pueblo East — the TFL numbers are elite and the solo rate shows he finishes in the open field. At 5'9" 160 with a 4.9 forty, the physical profile is severely limiting for D1, but his instincts and disruption rate could translate at the small-college level with significant physical development.
PRZ #106 in Colorado's 2027 class — carried a massive two-way workload at 4A Greeley Central (183 carries, 825 yards, 6 TDs on offense; 78 tackles, 7 TFL, 2 sacks on defense) plus 4 blocked FGs on special teams. At 5'11" 160 he needs 20+ lbs, but the motor, versatility, and PRZ recognition suggest a player who could develop into a small-college contributor.
Galindo is a high-motor, two-way football player who carried a massive workload for Greeley Central as a junior — 183 carries on offense while also logging 78 tackles at linebacker. At 5'11" 160 lbs, he plays with excellent vision and contact balance as a runner and diagnoses plays quickly on defense, as noted by Prep Redzone scouts who praised his acceleration, lateral quickness, and downhill tackling instincts. He projects as a player who could fit multiple defensive and offensive roles at the next level, but will need to add 15-20 pounds of functional mass and get verified testing numbers to fully showcase his athletic profile heading into his senior year.
86 tackles with 8 TFL and 3 INTs (including a pick-six) at Air Academy shows legitimate ball-hawking instincts and run-support ability — the 6'0" frame has room to grow from a very lean 150 lbs. Multi-sport athlete who has grown 2 inches and 15 lbs in a year; if he can get to 175-180 by his senior year, the length and playmaking could generate FCS interest.
59 tackles and 14 TFL at 5A Rangeview — the TFL rate is outstanding and suggests a player who attacks downhill effectively from the safety position. At 6'0" 160 the frame is extremely projectable but needs 25+ lbs; PRZ Watch List recognition and 5A competition level make him worth monitoring if he fills out physically.
91 tackles and 6 sacks in just 8 games (11.4 tackles/game) at the 1A level — the per-game production and pass-rush ability are impressive even considering the 0-9 team context. At 5'10" 175 he needs significant mass, and the competition level is a major question, but the motor and sack production suggest translatable skills worth developing.
Peyton Farris is a high-motor, undersized linebacker who dominates at the Colorado 1A level with elite tackle production (11.4 tackles/game) and surprising pass rush ability (6 sacks). However, his 5'10" 170-175 lb frame, the 0-9 team context, and 1A competition level create significant projection concerns for D1 football. He profiles best as a small-college (D2/D3/NAIA) linebacker prospect who could earn D1 FCS looks if he adds 20+ pounds and performs well at verified camps/combines.
123 career tackles and 18 career TFL across two varsity seasons with All-State HM recognition — the consistency and disruption rate are solid. PRZ Combine numbers (4.82 shuttle, 7'5" broad jump) confirm short-area quickness, but the 5.03 forty and 5'10" 185 frame limit his ceiling; projects as a physical, downhill D2/NAIA linebacker.
Oscar Ramirez is a physically mature, two-way LB/RB at 5'10" 185 lbs who has been a varsity contributor since his freshman year and earned All-State Honorable Mention recognition early in his career. His defensive production is his calling card -- 123 total tackles, 18 TFL, 1 sack, and 3 INTs across two varsity seasons -- showing instincts, physicality, and playmaking ability against the run and pass. His 4.82 shuttle and 7'5" broad jump at the PRZ Combine confirm short-area quickness and explosiveness, though his straight-line speed (5.03 forty) will need to improve to project as an offensive weapon at the next level. His long-term projection may be as a downhill, physical linebacker who can also contribute on special teams.
84 tackles and 9 TFL at 3A Conifer with a compact 5'10" 200 build — the TFL rate shows a player who diagnoses and attacks quickly from inside. Lacrosse background adds lateral movement skills, but the maxed-out frame and lack of testing or recruiting interest limit his projection to small-college levels.
All-State 8-man player with 1,673 rushing yards (7.7 YPC) and 82 tackles, 12 TFL, 5 sacks on defense — the two-way dominance and wrestling background (100+ career wins) demonstrate rare toughness and athleticism. At 5'9" 170 with a 4.81 forty, the 8-man competition and size limit D1 projection, but the production and motor could translate to small college.
Owen Harris is a high-motor, two-way football player who dominated Colorado 8-Man football as a junior with 1,673 rushing yards and 17 TDs while also posting 82 tackles, 12 TFL, and 5 sacks on defense. At 5'9" 170 lbs with a 245 lb bench press, he possesses legitimate functional strength and contact balance that fuel his 7.7 YPC average. His position at the next level will likely need to shift from his current RB/DE role -- he projects as an athlete with the toughness, two-way versatility, and competitive drive to contribute in a scheme that values effort and physicality.
95 tackles and 1st Team All-Conference at 4A Golden with elite academics (4.43 GPA) — the massive year-over-year improvement (2 to 41 to 95 tackles) shows a player on a steep development curve. At 5'11" 205 with a 4.9 forty and only 2 TFL, he's a high-floor, low-ceiling ILB who could be a quality FCS/academic school fit.
Liam Leffert is a productive, high-IQ inside linebacker with impressive tackle numbers (95 tackles as a junior) and strong weight room metrics for a Colorado 4A prospect. His rapid year-over-year statistical improvement and multi-sport athleticism suggest continued upside, but his lack of verified speed testing, undersized frame for the position, and absence of D1 offers indicate he projects as a late-cycle FCS or D2 target who could earn opportunities through camps and senior film. His elite academics (4.43 GPA, AP coursework) make him extremely attractive to academic-focused programs.
Father played college football. Brothers played college football and college rugby. Per his personal statement: 'My dad played college football, and my brothers played college football and college rugby. Growing up, I had a lot of role models around me and taught me how to compete.' Schools and positions of family members not specified.
102 tackles and All-League defensive honors plus a 49-catch breakout receiving season in 8-man football — the two-way production and track background (state 4x100 relay) suggest real athleticism. At 6'0" 175 the frame is projectable but 8-man competition and zero recruiting exposure make him a long-shot who needs camp testing urgently.
Caleb Eastwood is a late-developing, multi-sport athlete who had a legitimate breakout junior season at a small 8-man program in Colorado. His 1,089 all-purpose yards, All-League defensive honors, and membership on the state's fastest 4x100 relay show real athleticism, but the competition level, lack of verified speed data, and zero recruiting exposure make him a fringe FCS/D2 prospect at best right now. He needs verified camp testing, increased film visibility, and a strong senior season to generate any D1 interest.
102 tackles (9.3/game) at 5A Rocky Mountain with PRZ scouts praising his acceleration, lateral quickness, and blitz skills — the production at the 5A level carries more weight than small-school peers. At 5'7" with no listed weight, the size is a near-disqualifier for D1, but the motor and instincts could translate to D2/D3 if he grows.
Cormac Loughlin is a high-motor, productive linebacker who led Rocky Mountain with 102 tackles (9.3/game) as a junior and earned multiple local all-area honors. However, at 5'7" with no listed weight and no verified athletic testing, his physical profile presents a significant barrier to D1 recruitment. He projects best as a D2/D3/NAIA linebacker prospect unless he adds considerable size; his wrestling background and relentless motor give him a foundation, but the lack of measurables and film on Hudl will need to be addressed immediately heading into his senior season.
Has a sibling, Lir Loughlin, who also competes in varsity wrestling at Rocky Mountain and was listed as a Fort Collins-area state wrestling championship contender.
758 rushing yards (9.1 YPC, 16 TDs) with 60 tackles and 8 career INTs at 1A Burlington — the two-way production, ball-hawking ability, and dramatic improvement curve are all encouraging. At 5'11" 160 he needs significant mass, and the 1A competition limits projection, but PRZ recognition and return game value add roster flexibility.
Humrich is a dynamic, undersized runner who has shown dramatic improvement each season, culminating in a 758-yard, 16-TD junior campaign at 9.1 YPC with an 80-yard long. He possesses outstanding balance, vision, and acceleration that allow him to break tackles and rip off chunk plays consistently. His two-way value as a ball-hawking safety (8 career INTs) and dangerous return man (2,668 career all-purpose yards) adds significant roster flexibility. The key developmental priority is adding weight to his projectable 5'11" frame -- at 160 lbs he'll need 15-20 more pounds to absorb college-level contact.
67 tackles with 3 TFL as a two-way MLB/RB at Eagle Valley with multiple PRZ feature recognitions — the physicality and motor have been identified by scouts. At 5'11" 200 the build is adequate but no testing, no offers, and a small-school context limit his ceiling; needs a strong senior camp circuit to generate any college interest.
97 tackles and 8 TFL on defense plus 521 rushing yards (6.7 YPC) on offense as a true two-way starter at 3A Pueblo East — the workload capacity and toughness are impressive. At 5'8" 158 he's severely undersized and the 3A competition level is a concern, but the efficiency and motor suggest a player who could find a small-college home.
Logan Trujillo is a high-motor, undersized two-way player who emerged as Pueblo East's featured back as a junior, averaging 6.7 YPC on 78 carries while simultaneously anchoring the defense with 97 tackles and 8 TFL from the linebacker spot. His combination of contact balance, lateral quickness, and competitive toughness is evident on film clips, but at 5'8" 158 lbs he projects as a player who needs to add 20-25 pounds before college while maintaining his burst. Verified athletic testing would go a long way in validating his speed, as his production and YPC suggest above-average explosiveness for the 3A level.
857 rushing yards (7.3 YPC, 14 TDs) and 73 tackles as a two-way player at Denver Christian with Player of the Year honors — the production is solid for his classification. At 5'9" 170 from a small school with no testing data, he's a fringe small-college prospect whose PRZ Watch List (#230) ranking at least puts him on the radar.
91 tackles and 6x Player of the Game at 1A Holyoke with impressive strength numbers (405 squat, 255 bench) at 5'10" 180 — the physical tools are there for a small-school player. Rushing efficiency (3.4 YPC) and lack of any testing or exposure are concerns; best projection is as a physical D2/D3 inside linebacker.
Jacob Quintana is a tough, physical two-way player who impacts the game primarily on defense as a high-volume tackler at the 1A level. His weight room numbers (405 squat, 255 bench) are impressive for his size, but the lack of any verified speed/agility testing and modest rushing production (3.4 YPC) make it very difficult to project him as a D1 running back. His best path to college football may be as a linebacker or safety at the D2/D3/NAIA level, where his instincts, physicality, and strength would translate better against appropriate competition.
All-State 8-man WR/LB with 30 catches for 666 yards (22.2 YPR, 9 TDs) and 70 tackles on defense — the playmaking ability and deep-ball production are legitimate. At 5'11" 150 with no film uploaded and zero recruiting interest, he's a small-college WR/athlete prospect who needs 30+ lbs and camp exposure to have any chance.
Elbin Padilla is a highly productive small-school receiver with legitimate playmaking ability -- his 22.2 yards-per-catch average, multiple 150+ yard receiving games, and All-State selection as a junior are impressive regardless of classification. However, at 5'11" / 150 lbs playing 8-man football in Colorado's smallest classification with zero verified testing numbers and no film uploaded to Hudl, he is currently far off the D1 radar. He projects as an intriguing small-college prospect (D2/D3/NAIA) who could emerge with significant physical development and exposure at camps before his senior year.
99 tackles and All-Area recognition at 1A Colorado Springs Christian as a true multi-position player — the motor and instincts are evident. At 5'10" 165 with no testing data and 1A competition, he projects as a D3/NAIA prospect who needs significant physical development to play at any college level.
Liam Smith is an extremely productive small-school two-way player whose 99 tackles as a junior demonstrate elite effort, instincts, and tackling ability at the 1A level. However, at 5'10" 165 lbs with no verified speed or athletic testing data and no recruiting service recognition, he currently projects as a lower-division prospect (D2/D3/NAIA) who would need significant physical development and exposure at camps to generate D1 interest. His senior year will be critical for adding weight and attending verified testing events.
1,441 rushing yards (10.2 YPC, 22 TDs) and 62 tackles at 6-man Hoehne — the offensive production is prolific but the 6-man context and 5'10" 170 frame make D1 projection unrealistic. Zero TFL on defense and no testing data further limit evaluation; small-college RB candidate at best.
Brody Silvey is a productive small-school running back who dominates at the 6-man/8-man level in Colorado with elite rushing numbers (1,441 yds, 22 TDs, 10.2 YPC as a junior). However, at 5'10" 170 lbs with no verified speed testing, no recruiting interest, and playing against extremely low-level competition at Hoehne, he is not a realistic D1 FBS prospect at this time. He could develop into a small-college (NAIA/D3) candidate if he adds weight and posts strong verified speed numbers at camps during his senior year.
195 career tackles as a three-year starter since freshman year at 4A Adams City — the early production and motor are notable. At 5'8" 148 on a winless team with poor offensive numbers (2.9 career YPC), the physical profile and context make D1 completely unrealistic; would need transformative growth to project anywhere.
Ramirez is a high-motor, undersized linebacker who has been a productive tackler since his freshman year on varsity, accumulating 195 career tackles across 23 games. However, at 5'8" 148 lbs with no verified speed or athletic testing data, no college offers, and production coming against a very weak 4A schedule on a winless team, he does not currently project as a D1 prospect. His offensive numbers as a running back are below average (career 2.9 YPC), and his frame offers limited room for growth to a college-ready size at linebacker.
69 tackles with 9 TFL and 2 sacks at 1A/2A Strasburg — the TFL rate is solid and wrestling background (138 lbs) adds technique. At 5'7" 165 the frame appears maxed out, severely limiting any college projection beyond the smallest levels of competition.
96 tackles and 6 TFL at 1A Centauri with shot put prowess (44'3") suggesting upper-body explosiveness — the track background is interesting. At 5'11" 150 he's dangerously thin for any contact sport at the college level and needs 35+ lbs; throwing power doesn't compensate for the frame concerns.
Blake Johnson is a high-motor, two-way contributor on a strong Colorado 1A program who made his biggest impact on defense with 96 tackles and 6 TFL as a junior. His offensive rushing numbers are modest (206 yards, 5 TD on 44 carries) and he is significantly undersized at 5'11" 150 lbs, which limits his projection. He has legitimate athleticism as evidenced by his track throwing marks (44'3" shot put as a sophomore), but without verified speed data, added weight, and exposure at camps, he profiles as a small-school prospect who would need a transformative senior year and significant physical development to attract D1 attention.
59 tackles and 2 INTs as a DB at Pueblo County with a 4.0 GPA — the academics are a plus. At 5'10" 145 he's extremely undersized with no testing data; needs 25-30 lbs minimum to project at any college level, but the ball skills and academic profile could interest D3 programs.
67 tackles at 2A Salida with apparent physical growth from 5'10" 150 to 6'1" 177 — if that growth is verified, the trajectory is encouraging. Zero TFL, no film on Hudl, and a 2-7 team record severely limit evaluation; needs everything to come together in a senior year.
78 tackles, 10 TFL, 4 sacks from multiple positions at 1A 8-man Dove Creek with a state-ranked wrestling background — the disruption numbers and grappling skills are interesting. At 5'8" 155 playing 8-man football, the competition and size make any college projection extremely difficult.
75 tackles at Banning Lewis Academy with impressive pound-for-pound lower-body strength (385 squat, 405 deadlift at 165 lbs) — the weight room commitment is evident. At 5'7" 165 with modest stats and no recruiting interest, he's a player whose physical limitations make college football projection very difficult.
80 tackles at 2A Pagosa Springs as a multi-position contributor with basketball versatility — the motor is there. At 5'8" 167 with only 2 TFL and no testing data from a small classification, the profile doesn't project to the college level without significant growth.
68 tackles and 4 TFL at 4A Canon City with back-to-back state wrestling qualifier credentials — the toughness and competitive drive are real. At 5'9" 130 lbs (wrestling at 138), he's the most undersized player in this group and needs dramatic physical transformation to project at any college level.