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If you haven’t seen tape of jakheem Stewart yet, I’m telling you: Watch this ASAP. Wow.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 6:59 am
Posted on 3/14/24 at 6:59 am
Sophomore year(!) highlights.
For those who don’t know him, jakheem Stewart is a sophomore (rising junior) DT at St Aug, and is the early #1 overall recruit, nationally (#1 on on3, #4 on 247, #1 on rivals, #1 composite/industry). And boy is it easy to see why he’s at the head of his class.
Something I will mention, since I’m a big nerd who spends too much time following this stuff: Typically, prospects at positions like OL and IDL - especially the ones who have prototypical size at a young age - see big jumps in athleticism from the time they’re HS underclassmen to the time they get to college that really any other positions. When you’re dealing with kids in that 270+ range, it generally takes some serious training and physical maturity before the explosiveness and movement skills catch up to the size. Often, there’s still a lot left in the tank even after they get to college. This was the case with Maason smith, for example - and unfortunately we only really got to see the fully-formed version for a small handful of snaps on the opening drive of the 2022 season.
Anyway, all of this is to say that it is NOT NORMAL, even among the best prospects, to see a 270lb 16yr old move the way Stewart does in those highlights. Go compare this tape to maason smiths sophomore year tape - it’s no contest. That type of physical ability is, like, once-every-few-years type stuff. Walter nolen, for example, was ridiculously hyped as a recruit, and, to be quite honest, I don’t remember him looking THIS explosive. The last guy I can remember who had prototype size AND elite movement skills might be, like, myles Garrett or someone - and even that is sort of cheating, given that he’s a DE.
Anyway - go watch. This kid is ridiculous. And the numbers (20 sacks and I believe 33 TFL as a sophomore in the catholic league) match. This is a 1.1 type player.
For those who don’t know him, jakheem Stewart is a sophomore (rising junior) DT at St Aug, and is the early #1 overall recruit, nationally (#1 on on3, #4 on 247, #1 on rivals, #1 composite/industry). And boy is it easy to see why he’s at the head of his class.
Something I will mention, since I’m a big nerd who spends too much time following this stuff: Typically, prospects at positions like OL and IDL - especially the ones who have prototypical size at a young age - see big jumps in athleticism from the time they’re HS underclassmen to the time they get to college that really any other positions. When you’re dealing with kids in that 270+ range, it generally takes some serious training and physical maturity before the explosiveness and movement skills catch up to the size. Often, there’s still a lot left in the tank even after they get to college. This was the case with Maason smith, for example - and unfortunately we only really got to see the fully-formed version for a small handful of snaps on the opening drive of the 2022 season.
Anyway, all of this is to say that it is NOT NORMAL, even among the best prospects, to see a 270lb 16yr old move the way Stewart does in those highlights. Go compare this tape to maason smiths sophomore year tape - it’s no contest. That type of physical ability is, like, once-every-few-years type stuff. Walter nolen, for example, was ridiculously hyped as a recruit, and, to be quite honest, I don’t remember him looking THIS explosive. The last guy I can remember who had prototype size AND elite movement skills might be, like, myles Garrett or someone - and even that is sort of cheating, given that he’s a DE.
Anyway - go watch. This kid is ridiculous. And the numbers (20 sacks and I believe 33 TFL as a sophomore in the catholic league) match. This is a 1.1 type player.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 7:07 am to LifeAquatic
So do we think this kid is a take?
Posted on 3/14/24 at 7:16 am to LifeAquatic
Man among boys is not a misnomer here.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 7:39 am to LifeAquatic
NotAstarGazer downvote?
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:00 am to LifeAquatic
That much speed and power for a soph DL is insane. That is a game changing DL prospect. He's a Fournette type player when you watch film. Man among boys.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:14 am to LifeAquatic
Looks like an NFL edge player already not a fat slob DL that "clogs" up the middle.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:18 am to LifeAquatic
Doesn't look like he's reached his potential in quickness.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:33 am to LifeAquatic
All I know is lsu doesn’t lose players from St Aug
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:52 am to LifeAquatic
That’s what I expect a #1 overall recruit to look like. That’s a full grown man out there
Posted on 3/14/24 at 9:18 am to LifeAquatic
Jadeveon Clowney vibes!
Posted on 3/14/24 at 9:35 am to LifeAquatic
Anyone with eyes doesn't need to watch more than a couple of clips to conclude that this kid is extraordinarily talented.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 10:12 am to LifeAquatic
Thanks for posting, kids looks great hope we empty the tanks to get him
Posted on 3/14/24 at 10:13 am to LifeAquatic
“Only about 20 offers. Sacks don’t impress me I need to see his 40 time. Not a ton of explosion off the line in this highlight. Decent depth piece but not much more than that IMO”
-NotAStarGazer
-NotAStarGazer
Posted on 3/14/24 at 10:35 am to LifeAquatic
And to think he’s only to get bigger, faster, and stronger lawd!!!!
Posted on 3/14/24 at 10:40 am to LifeAquatic
He has mastered the pick-up tackle for when we play UGA in 3 years in NC game!
Posted on 3/14/24 at 10:55 am to LifeAquatic
What an amazing generational type talent at Dl. Louisiana is one of a few states that can produce an athlete with these types of extreme physical abilities.
Im curious to see what happens when someone actually puts a hat on him and makes an effort to block him. 90% of those plays he had a wide open gap to the ball.
Must have instate player in a position of need. He will get anything he ask for from the top football programs. Top Programs have been on him for years now. I hope he stays home.
Im curious to see what happens when someone actually puts a hat on him and makes an effort to block him. 90% of those plays he had a wide open gap to the ball.
Must have instate player in a position of need. He will get anything he ask for from the top football programs. Top Programs have been on him for years now. I hope he stays home.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 11:27 am to LifeAquatic
We have always done well at St Aug. Hopefully, this continues with this tremendous athlete.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 12:40 pm to LifeAquatic
Thanos has all the Infinity Stones, and hes gonna wreck the rest of the SEC when he gets to LSU.
Glenn Dorsey is a pretty good comp, which is just insane to say. He has that same explosiveness and can disrupt an entire O-line. Just a pure wrecking ball from his position.
I'm not one for hyperbole, but if he continues to pack on good weight, he's going to be an All-American in college and All-Pro in the NFL, barring injury. I think he's even more of a can't miss prospect than Underwood, which screams volumes considering how I feel about his future as a perrennial All Pro
Glenn Dorsey is a pretty good comp, which is just insane to say. He has that same explosiveness and can disrupt an entire O-line. Just a pure wrecking ball from his position.
I'm not one for hyperbole, but if he continues to pack on good weight, he's going to be an All-American in college and All-Pro in the NFL, barring injury. I think he's even more of a can't miss prospect than Underwood, which screams volumes considering how I feel about his future as a perrennial All Pro
Posted on 3/14/24 at 12:47 pm to LifeAquatic
Body of a DE really. Very athletic.
Posted on 3/15/24 at 4:27 pm to LifeAquatic
Wow! That was the most impressive highlights I’ve ever seen from a Louisiana defensive lineman. He’s quick, powerful and has a great motor.
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