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Great play by Miami (OH) LB Jackson Kuwatch

I'm not going to get to nearly as many prospects as I'd like this time around, but Jackson Kuwatch #33 is definitely a name I'm interested on during day 3. Rangy, triggers fast downhill, attacks blocks and flashed good feel in limited coverage reps.

From day 1 of Shrine Bowl practices, Jackson Kuwatch (LB/#38) with the INT. LB vision and break dropper in cover 2 vs. four verticals

Another clean rep in coverage from Jackson Kuwatch. One of my favorite LBs to watch from Day 1.

I’m very much in on a day three dart throw on Miami (OH) LB Jackson Kuwatch (#33) he’s a former Ohio State walk-on with a clean frame and notable athleticism. 109 total tackles, 10 TFLs and 5 sacks in 2025. Immediate special teams value while he develops more physically.

Jackson Kuwatch was drafted in round 7 with pick 227 in the 2026 draft class. He scored a 8.86 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 397 out of 3480 LB from 1987 to 2026. ras.football/ras-informatio…

Miami (Ohio) linebacker Jackson Kuwatch had the fastest 10-yard split in the entire MockDraftable database 😳 “He’s so incredibly quick between the tackles. A 1.5 10-yard split on a 4.64 is a wild combination… he can move, he can cover... he’s borderline top 100.”

Kuwatch out ‼️ @budlight | #NFLDRAFT

Walk-on to NFL Draft pick. Sam Hecht of Mill Valley High School was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the 5th Round (144th overall) of the NFL Draft as a center. Pictured below during his high school days at Mill Valley, Hecht joined Kansas State as a walk-on in 2021, redshirted his first season, then went on to play in 42 games with 25 starts at offensive line from 2022-25. As a senior in 2025, he earned First Team All-Big 12 honors and did not allow a sack during his college career. An incredible journey from overlooked recruit to NFL Draft selection. Other notable Kansas high school walk-ons at Kansas State to be drafted include Jon McGraw (2002, second round) and Jordy Nelson (2008, second round). Both from Riley County HS. #sportsinkansas

#Panthers C Sam Hecht was "a little surprised" that he was still on the board into the fifth round.

Goin' to Carolina in My Mind, Sam Hecht🎵 2026 NFL Draft Tapes presented by @NewEraCap #Big12FB | @KStateFB

C Sam Hecht chose to walk on at Kansas State over offers from Yale, Princeton, and other non-Power Four programs... Hecht on his inspiring journey to the NFL Draft: @samhecht23 | @KStateFB | @heykayadams

Panthers 5th round pick, safety Zakee Wheatly, describes his style of play.

I got to speak with new #Panthers C Sam Hecht down in mobile during the senior bowl! We talked the challenges of possibly switching to Guard and how his movement is his greatest asset #KeepPounding

ICYMI - Tue Carolina Panthers #keeppounding with WR Chris Brazzell added giving Bryce Young yet another weapon. #FFHappyHour @LordDontLose @rotoworld_fb

.@samhecht23’s #NFLDraft moment 🙌

The @Panthers 83rd overall pick WR Chris Brazzell II was surrounded by family after hearing his name called. His parents shared how proud they are of Chris. His brother, Colin, says Carolina got the best receiver in the draft. @Chris_Brazzell7 #NFLDraft #KeepPounding

Brazzell in black and blue. 🪡 @Panthers | #NFLVols | #GBO 🍊

.@samhecht23 is headed to Charlotte! @Panthers // #NFLDRAFT #KeepPounding