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Aug 25, 2023

Live eval of Top247 DL Maxwell Roy

OCEAN CITY, N.J. — Top247 defensive lineman Maxwell Roy, a class of 2025 prospect, already holds more than a dozen offers already and his on-field exploits make it easy to see why. Among the schools

OCEAN CITY, N.J. — Top247 defensive lineman Maxwell Roy, a class of 2025 prospect, already holds more than a dozen offers already and his on-field exploits make it easy to see why. Among the schools the 6-foot-3, 275-pound Philadelphia St. Joseph's prep standout visited in the spring and summer were Wisconsin, Rutgers and Penn State.

His offer list also includes Ohio State, Miami, USC, Texas A&M, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Michigan and Maryland.

After seeing Roy twice on the camp scene in the spring and watching him play Saturday against Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy, the following scouting report was added to his 247Sports profile:

Sturdy, powerful interior defensive lineman who is tough against the run and can be disruptive in the backfield. Is athletic and plays low to win leverage battles. Has verified size from a trio of in-person evaluations and has plus length with a 79-inch wing.

Demonstrates scheme versatility in St. Joseph's Prep's base 3-4 while also excelling in a 4-3. Uncoils when firing off the ball and can shoot gaps. Displays power in lower body in exploding up and into offensive lineman at the snap. Has strength throughout his frame. Can anchor and take on blocks in the running game to allow linebackers to make tackles.

Demonstrates stack and shed ability. Flexible throughout his frame, which translates from his wrestling ability in which he went 37-9 as a sophomore and finished third in the district. Moves his feet well and continually plays with his shoulders above his knees.

Can re-direct along the line of scrimmage and has a willingness to chase down plays. Uses his quickness to get into the backfield. Moves well laterally. Shows very good body control. Turns torso and dips shoulder to get underneath and inside on offensive linemen. Uses hands and flashes quickness but has to continue to work on technique to accentuate his power and speed.

Continuing to build strength throughout his frame while retaining quickness and flexibility is important. High-level prospect who could play early at a Top 10 program. Possesses NFL draft potential.

In addition to excelling on the football field, Roy also wrestles and competes in track and field.

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He is 74-17 in two seasons wrestling, and he threw the shot put 41-3.75 for a personal best in the spring.