We would like to welcome Class of 2026 EDGE Kylee Collier to Gridiron out of Frederick Douglass High School in New Orleans. Collier (6’3, 205) primarily plays off the edge, but will go in the middle at times, and also plays tight end. He is ferocious off the line of scrimmage, puts constant pressure on quarterbacks, and can get from one side of the field to the other very quickly. He currently has four college offers and a current GPA of 3.3. During his senior year, he recorded 40+ tackles, 10 sacks, 6 QB pressures, a fumble recovery, and 8 TFLs. Other accolades include back-to-back 2nd-team all-district honors in his junior and senior years, and he has started since his sophomore year.
Here is my interview with Kylee Collier:
What has your football journey been like? At what age did you start playing football, and what inspired you to play football?
I started playing Park ball when I was young but I did not really like it. I do not remember the age of when I exactly started. I got back into it when I started high school. What inspired me to play was my father because he just kept pushing me.
Who have been some of the biggest influences in your journey? Family members, coaches, etc?
My dad, my coaches, and just my family in general. They just kept pushing me.
How would you describe the football culture at your school and community?
Competitive, challenging, brotherhood because you can push each other to get better every single day.
What makes Louisiana high school football different from any other state?
The way players are overlooked or underlooked and the way they can just build them self up to get recogized.
As a pass rusher, did you always want to play the EDGE position, or did you want to play another position?
Not really. I played tight end sophmore year and then I switched positions because I wanted to try something new and I tired that position and I got good at it.
What part or parts of your game do you feel like have improved the most over the years?
My hand techniques, get offs, just basic techniques in general to be better.
What were some of the toughest challenges you faced over the years of playing?
Just being undersized. That is why the technique has to be perfected.
Do you treat every game the same way or really big games, rivalry games, playoff games a little bit differently?
I treat every game the same. Get into a rythem pregame, listen to my music to get focused and locked in.
What was the most memorable game you played, and why did it stand out?
Most memorable game was last year, the playoff game and we lost by one point.
How would you describe yourself as a leader to your teammates?
Preparing all my teammates, being a captain to my position group, and just have people be ready and mentally locked in for when they have their chance.
When people look back at your high school career, what do you hope they say about you as a player and person?
I hope they say I was a leader, a hard worker, and dedicated to football and academics.
Describe your experience playing in the Gridiron All-American Bowl game.
My experience was awesome and great. I had another chance to play football one more time in my high school gear, and going against other amazing players in Louisiana.
What was the vibe like around your position group?
It was awesome. I had the chance to learn more from the coaches and players.
What has the recruitment process been like for you?
Challenging because I have no stars and I started getting offers after my senior year.
Is there a specific college or colleges you have in mind, or a specific coach that you really want to play for?
I am open to playing for anyone. I just want to play at the next level.
Why do you believe you can be an effective playmaker wherever you end up?
I believe I will be effective because of my speed and the way I get after the quaterback.
Who is your dream NFL teammate?
Myles Garrett definetly.
If you could not play football at all, what other sport would be your career?
Run track.
If you could listen to three artists for the rest of your life, who would they be?
NBA Youngboy, Rod Wave, and Drake.
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