proven pass-rush juice, NFL-level bend, and a quick-firing edge threat
In the 2025 season at Texas A&M, Howell was a disruptive edge rusher with 7.5 sacks, 8.5 tackles for loss, 3 pass breakups, and 4 QB hurries in just 7 games, flashing the kind of closing burst that makes offensive tackles miserable. He’s a compact, explosive DE with clear pass-rush juice and a track record of production; he also arrived with proven MAC success before A&M, which helps explain the polish. If your team wants a high-motor, finish-the-play edge defender who can win with speed and effort, Howell fits.
