Underrated: Simeon’s Mekhi Miller
Overview Simeon linebacker Mekhi Miller was a playmaking machine in 2019. The 5’11, 205 senior to be, is extremely instinctive on film and was a natural dropping into coverage. He features a knack for forcing fumbles and getting the ball…
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Simeon linebacker Mekhi Miller was a playmaking machine in 2019. The 5’11, 205 senior to be, is extremely instinctive on film and was a natural dropping into coverage. He features a knack for forcing fumbles and getting the ball on the ground. He will run through opposing team’s QB’s and can deliver punishing hits. Miller is a sideline to sideline runner that plays with maximum effort at all times. Don’t let his size fool you; this is a very underrated linebacker prospect. We caught up with Mekhi Miller below!
Tell us a little about yourself.
I’m a 17-year-old young man from Chicago. I love playing games, and I also have a youtube channel. I’m the youngest sibling of 4 as-well.
What is your favorite part about football?
My favorite part about football is the hype around it. I also like that nothing is easy and if you really want something you have to work for it.
What are some of your strengths in your game?
Some of my strengths in this game is that I’m a linebacker with better coverage skills than most Defensive backs. I can tackle, and my defensive IQ is on point.
What do you feel you need to improve on?
Honestly, I need to improve on everything because I’m not at my highest peak, but mainly shedding blocks.
What goals do you have for the upcoming season?
I want to make all of my teammates better on and off the field. Of course, I would love to leave with hardware so I’m aiming for a state title too.
What schools are recruiting you?
I have offers from Augustana and Judson university, but I am in contact with Trinity International and other small colleges.
Post Covid-19, what schools do you plan to visit?
As of right now, I don’t have any visits planned.
How is Simeon looking for 2020?
Simeon is looking great this year. Everyone is counting us out, and that’s what makes us strive even harder. We have the best underclassmen in the state.
Malik Elzy
Malik
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6'3" | 195 lbs | WR
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, Trell Scott, and
Andre Crews
Andre
Crews
5'9" | 175 lbs | ATH
Simeon | 2023
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What are your thoughts on possibly playing football in the spring?
I feel it’s still going to be the same. And that’s going to give us more time to train and perfect our craft, so I wouldn’t be mad at it. As long as we have a season, I’m not going to complain.
What’s something people should know about you?
People should know that I’m a cool and funny teammate. I work hard at all times, and I love to win. I get my teammates better, and I know how to be a captain on and off the field.