FILM ROOM: Dissecting the skill of top-25 Gators commit Kamran James
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Name: Kamran James
Class: 2023
Position: Defensive Lineman
Height/Weight: 6-foot-5, 265 pounds
Location/School: Orlando (Fla.) Olympia
Committed to: Florida Gators
Additional Suitors: Alabama, Georgia, LSU, Miami, Florida State, Auburn and others
On3 Player Comparison: “Kamran James’ size, length and explosive athleticism making plays in pursuit as a big defensive end at the high school level reminds us of former five-star Carlos Dunlap.”
On3 Ranking: No. 23 prospect overall | No. 3 defensive lineman | No. 5 prospect in Florida
Scouting Report on Kamran James
Tall defensive lineman who is one of the more athletic and disruptive prospects at the position in the 2023 cycle. Measured at over 6-foot-6 and around 265 pounds prior to his senior season. Ran an outstanding 4.98 second electronically-timed 40-yard dash.
Primarily lines up as a big defensive end for his high school. A twitchy mover with explosive finishing ability behind the line of scrimmage. Has outstanding play speed at his size. Strokes down ball carriers from the backside. Consistently wins due to his athleticism and speed in pursuit. Shows a good burst off the ball and is borderline unblockable when he gets a good jump. Finished with 21 tackles for loss and 13 tackles as a junior.
Also plays basketball, where he shows the ability to throw down some powerful dunks. Has room to add muscle mass once he gets in a college strength program. Will continue improving his technical ability, namely his hands and overall polish. Has the upside to finish as one of the top defensive linemen in the cycle. — On3 Director of Scouting and Rankings Charles Power
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