a long, lean edge rusher with legit Michigan sack-hunting chops
In the 2026 season, John Baker IV profiles as a developmental but intriguing DE for Toledo: a 6-foot-5, 220-pound edge who arrived as a three-star recruit and was praised for a senior-year line of 55 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, and 18 sacks at Cass Technical. His calling card is length, disruptive burst, and proven production against high school competition; the caution flag is that his college stat sheet is still empty, so he’s more projection than finished product. If your team wants upside and pass-rush juice, he’s a fun gamble.
