Scouting Report
Approved · Sep 25, 2026Dylan Fenn
Overall grade
- 0-49Undetermined
- 50-59D-III / Developmental
- 60-69D-II / NAIA
- 70-74FCS
- 75-84Group of 5
- 85-89Power 4 Prospect
- 90-94Blue Chip
- 95-100Elite / Top 100
Fenn is a hybrid linebacker/safety who has played at all three levels in the defense. He has drawn rave reviews from new JSerra head coach and former NFL player and coach Hardy Nickerson for his ability to impact the defense at multiple positions. As a sophomore and junior, Fenn played as an edge/linebacker but has moved to safety this season. At the college level, we do think linebacker is ultimately his best position but playing safety has shown what kind of athlete he is and we’ve seen a jump in his overall ability to cover, play in space and make…
Top Attributes
*Size and frame *Football instincts *Closing speed *Physicality *Versatility to play multiple positions
Areas to Develop
*Cover skills *Tracking the football *Playing in space
Film Review Notes
Fenn is a big hybrid safety and his versatility and ability to line up at multiple spots in a defense jumps out. He can man-up on tight ends and big receivers, play in the box and stuff the run and is comfortable in space. He's a big hitter who has the speed to fly off the hash and impact the run game. He's improved his cover skills and does a nice job playing pass defense without being too handsy. He's strong at the point of contact and is adept at ripping at the football and creating turnovers. He likely grows into a linebacker in college and has Power Four potential.
Graded Skills
0–10 Scale
- 8.4Size
- 8.2Frame/length
- 8.3Instincts
- 8.2Top-end speed
- 8.2Agility
- 8.4Burst to close
- 8Ball skills
- 7.8Backpedal
- 8.4Tackling/striking
- 8.5Physicality/effort
