6-2, 255 DL Prospect with 84 Rating Brings Florida Intensity to Eastern Michigan
CJ McCoy, a Class of 2026 defensive tackle from First Academy (Windermere, FL), stands out as a 3-star prospect with an 84 247Sports rating and a compact, powerful 6-2, 255-pound frame that maximizes leverage against offensive linemen [2][8]. As an incoming freshman for the Eastern Michigan Eagles (jersey #50), he enrolled in Winter 2026, signaling immediate readiness and a high-intensity approach to development [3]. His differentiator is a blend of raw strength and quick first-step explosiveness typical of Florida DLs, allowing him to disrupt plays even without elite height [2][4]. With no reported injury history and a reputation for relentless effort, McCoy is a high-upside fit for teams needing a physical, scheme-versatile interior defender who can grow into a staple of the defensive line [3][8].
