File EDGE-177 · National rank 1761 · 2027 class
Kenny Soares Jr.
6'2"Height
234 lbWeight
Quick Notes
Kenny Soares Jr. is a redshirt senior defensive lineman who landed at Michigan State after stops at NC State and Northwestern and projects as a starter. He profiles as a dependable college contributor.
Agent / Representation
Status
Represented
Confirmed
AgencyYoung Money APAA Sports
AgentRodney Chance II
Contact@AgentChance_
NotesNIL representation — Young Money APAA Sports (Rodney Chance II).
Verified2026-07-21
Board Standing
#177
EDGE / 1369
#1761
Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict
A productive front-seven piece — Northwestern -> NC State -> MSU, coming off an 80-tackle 2025. Projected to start; a versatile, high-motor defender who fills up a stat sheet, though the pass-rush splash is modest.
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EDGE Keys
2025 · NC State
80
Tot
Better than 99% of 737 EDGEs
0.5
Sacks
Better than 42% of 727 EDGEs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#748
National
#73
Position
#3
State
High SchoolAvon Old Farms
HometownTrumbell, Conn.
Career Production
3 college seasons
| Year | Team | GP | Tot | Sacks | TFL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | NC State | — | 80 | 0.5 | — |
| 2024 | Northwestern | — | 20 | 0.5 | — |
| 2023 | Northwestern | — | 37 | 2 | — |
Transfer (2 stints)
Northwestern→NC State→Michigan State
2026
★★★
Stars
#970
National
#59
Position
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