Ryder Frick: National Radar Scouting Report

🧠 National Radar Scout Report

Name: Ryder Frick

Class: 2032

School: St. John Paul II School (CT)

Height/Weight: 5’2”, 117 lbs

Positions: Middle Linebacker / Running Back

GPA: 3.2

National Radar Rating: ⭐⭐⭐

Travel Team: 4TL Sports Limited

Honors: Two-Time Defensive Player of the Year | Honor Roll Student

Ryder Frick is a high-motor defensive leader who plays the game with passion, discipline, and advanced football instincts for his age. As a two-time Defensive Player of the Year, Ryder has established himself as a tone-setter in the middle of the defense, showing strong tackling fundamentals, quick reaction time, and a fearless approach to contact. He reads plays quickly, flows well sideline-to-sideline, and consistently puts himself in position to make stops.

On offense, Ryder brings toughness and vision as a running back, running behind his pads and fighting for extra yards on every carry. His commitment to preparation stands out — he never misses practice, takes private position lessons weekly, and treats recovery, nutrition, and conditioning seriously. Ryder thrives under pressure, viewing adversity as fuel to improve, and his relentless work ethic separates him from peers at the same age level.

Player Comparison: Luke Kuechly (youth-stage instincts & motor)

Outlook: High-IQ, coachable linebacker with leadership traits and long-term upside

🏈 Coach Evaluation – Long-Term Prospect Outlook

Ryder Frick is the type of young athlete coaches love to develop — committed, accountable, and detail-oriented. As a middle linebacker, he shows excellent instincts, sound tackling technique, and a natural understanding of defensive responsibilities. He communicates well, plays with urgency, and brings a competitive edge that lifts the energy of his teammates. His left-handed athletic profile also gives him unique versatility offensively and on special teams as he continues to grow.