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Deacon King Northern Illinois
File EDGE-859 · National rank 9020 · 2029 class

Deacon King

#23· Northern Illinois ·EDGE ·Fr ·2029 Draft · Westfield, Ind.
6'1"Height 215 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
Boom-or-BustDevelopmentalFreshmanHigh Ceiling +3
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Quick Notes
Deacon King is a true freshman linebacker who sits in a reserve role for Northern Illinois. A developmental, high-ceiling linebacker, he profiles as a raw, long-term project.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#859 EDGE / 1369
#9020 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

3★ unproven true freshman LB; no college production on record yet, so the current grade is youth-appropriate — the upside is carried in the ceiling.

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Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#1357
National
#124
Position
#24
State
High SchoolWestfield
HometownWestfield, Ind.
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk