
NJ HS Tackling Machine Dominating for Pope John XXIII
Akei Griffin, a standout high school defender at Pope John XXIII, exploded in the 2025-26 season with 48 solo tackles, 73 total tackles (8.1 per game), and 2 picks—smashing national averages and signaling elite playmaking instincts. No confirmed link to Savannah State Tigers or OL position, but his ferocious intensity and sideline-to-sideline speed make him a culture-changer for any college D-line; scout chatter praises his one-cut explosiveness as NFL-ready, perfect fit for teams needing disruptive leaders.