Big, physical SMU edge rusher with SEC-style size and upside
Jalen Shivers entered SMU as a consensus three-star edge prospect and brings rare build-out-the-archetype traits at 6-foot-4, 280 pounds. In high school, he flashed real disruption: in 2024 he posted 44 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, six sacks, and eight QB hurries, which points to a player who can collapse pockets and finish plays. The key question is how quickly that power translates against ACC linemen, but the frame, motor, and production profile make him an intriguing fit if a team wants a heavy-handed DE with room to grow.
