So. Florida's Freshman Roundup - University School of Nova 20' DL Jalen Reeves

Freshman defensive lineman Jalen Reeves of University School of Nova, is off to an superb start at the prep ranks, after earning the highest honors in South Florida as an eighth-grader, named to the prestigious All-South Florida first-team, a group that featured 4-Stars LB Diamante Howard (Miami Southridge), LB Anthony Solomon (St. Thomas Aquinas) and CB Akeem Dent (Pahokee) just to paint a clearer picture of the star power.

Considering the hurdles, the 14-year-old faces as a team player, playing primarily defensive tackle and challenging lineman that averaged 275-pounds through nine games this season -- Jalen who stands 6-feet and 205-pounds, dominates the point of contact and surprisingly, doesn't get pushed around. /react-text

Jalen, of course projects as a linebacker at the moment, but if he can withstand doubled-team blocks and make plays in the backfield, it should be a no brainer if he's offered this off-season, just on upside potential without much film at linebacker.

/react-text Once you glance across Jalen's film, you'll quickly notice, how well he controls the line of scrimmage and his motor. Statistically speaking, Jalen is making a strong push for first-team All-County honors after one year removed from middle school, which is unbelievable.

Jalen ranks No. 18 overall in South Florida in tackles with 38, and No. 5 overall in Broward County before week 9, according to the Miami Herald Sportstrac. Moreover, he's the Sharks' second leading tackler, which is very rare for a defensive tackle.

/react-text Jalen also knows how to track opposing quarterbacks down, as he ranks No. 5 in South Florida in sacks with six, and is the Sharks' leader in sacks. In addition, Jalen ranks No. 3 in Broward County (5A-2A) in sacks and to tact on, he's also the second-leading defensive lineman behind 4-Star DE Andrew Chatfield of American Heritage Plantation in tackles.

The eye-catching statistics doesn't stop there, he's responsible for blocking one punt this season. Jalen's expected grow according to his doctor is 6-foot-4. Through 9-weeks, he sports a 3.2 core grade point average. /react-text react-text: 131 Twitter Handler - @JalenReeves2 /react-text

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