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Kyle Kennard
South Carolina
HT:
6050
WT:
254
YR:
SR
POS:
ED
OVR RK
83
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
15
Mid-Level Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Kennard is a long, lean, and explosive edge rusher with the first-step burst and motor to win around the arc, especially from a wide-nine or stand-up alignment. He offers high-energy pass-rush upside with a rip/dip combo and active hands, but he must improve strength at the point of attack and expand his counter move inventory. His run defense remains a concern against power teams, but he profiles as a situational pass rusher early with developmental starter potential in even or odd fronts.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
Mid-Level Starter Potential (60-64)
A solid, dependable starter with the potential to exceed expectations. They have good athleticism and tools but may lack elite traits. While they show flashes of high-level play, they also have some notable weaknesses that must be developed. These players often need 2-3 years to establish themselves.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Elite length and wingspan
Good bend and burst off the edge
Violent motor, relentless effort
KEY WEAKNESSES
Inconsistent hand placement
Slow run/pass recognition
Needs improved counters inside
PLAYER COMPARISONS
D.J. Wonnum
Byron Young
Kemoko Turay