LB
Michael Matthews-Canty
Linebacker
6′3″
/
235 lbs
Fredericksburg, VA
St. Michael the Archangel
Junior
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Audio: Linebackers preview
The linebacker position is usually seen as the leader of the defense. Find out which guys will look to take on that role this year.
Linebackers Preview
It's time to look at this year's linebacking core. Which players will emerge as leaders and which ones will have breakout seasons?
7/23/2026
Audio: Linebackers preview
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National Average Rating
The National Average Rating is a proprietary formula that calculates an
industry-wide aggregate rating for each recruiting prospect. The formula includes
publicly listed grades, scores, ratings and rankings by national recruiting services,
along with a Auburn Undercover rating. Combining the data provides a rating for each prospect,
which is then normalized to fit the Auburn Undercover Rating 100-point scale.
The intent of this rating is to provide Auburn Undercover readers with a comprehensive snapshot of
how individual prospects rank nationally.
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Auburn Undercover Rating
99-100: Elite national prospect (Five-star)
Considered one of the best prospects in the nation and a likely difference-maker
at the collegiate level. Displays all of the physical skills to be a future All-American
with potential to be an early-round NFL draft pick.
90-98: Elite state prospect (Four-star)
Considered one of the best 30-40 prospects in the state and a top 250
national prospect. Displays the physical skills to be a major early contributor
at the collegiate level with high professional potential.
80-89: Quality prospect (Three-star)
Considered one of the best 100 prospects in the state and a top 500 national prospect.
Displays the physical skills to develop into a contributor over the course of his college career.
Has the ability to become a professional prospect over time with development.
70-79: Solid prospect (Two-star)
Considered one of the top 250 prospects in the state. Has the physical skills to be a potential
contributor at a D-1 program over the course of his collegiate career with significant development.
Professional potential is low.