"Bully in the Trenches: Relentless Power, Underdog Fire"

Nehemiah Boreland

Twitter: @BorelandNe93631

5’9, 255lbs, Class of 2026

Paterson Eastside HS, NJ

Nehemiah is a bulldozer with brains, a relentless mauler in the trenches who brings a rare blend of raw strength, controlled aggression, and high football IQ to the offensive line. He doesn’t just block defenders, he buries them. With explosive power off the snap and a fierce love for physicality, Nehemiah separates himself by how violently he finishes plays. Coaches don’t have to wonder if he’ll bring intensity, every snap is a battle he’s determined to win. Whether he’s pulling across the line or locking into a one-on-one war, he takes pride in making defenders disappear and letting them hear about it afterward. A coach can count on getting a player who competes with heart, grit, and an unshakable motor that never lets up.

This past season, Nehemiah recorded over 25 pancakes, a testament to his brute strength and tenacity in the trenches. After switching from defensive tackle to offensive line, he’s embraced the position like a natural, calling it both easier and more fun, and it shows. He’s already benching 335 pounds and squatting a jaw-dropping 565, proving that his power isn’t just talk. His biggest improvement has been his command of pre-snap reads, identifying the 3-tech, diagnosing blitzes, and making calls with confidence. His offseason has been all about the grind, living in the weight room since December and preparing for a breakout senior campaign. His goal is to earn All-County and All-League honors. What fuels him is bigger than football, it’s the mission to break a generational cycle and become the first in his family to blaze the right path, go to college, and rewrite the story.

Nehemiah's fire comes from being the underdog. He’s not chasing recognition but hunting respect. With no offers yet, he’s locking in for a statement season and has camps at Alvernia and PSR circled on his calendar. His mentality is built on heart and hustle, and he's ready to give everything to a coach and program that believes in his value and drive.

I assess that Nehemiah’s low center of gravity, massive lower-body strength, and nasty finishing ability make him a devastating force in run schemes and a reliable wall in pass protection. His ability to process fronts, communicate blocks, and anchor with purpose gives him the tools to thrive at the next level. A college program looking for a physically dominant, coachable interior lineman with real hunger will find gold in this fierce competitor.

As he continues to improve his hand placement, footwork, and overall mobility, Nehemiah has the potential to become an anchor on a collegiate offensive line. Expect a violent senior season fueled by purpose, power, and passion. He is a player determined to earn his shot and make it count. His ceiling rises every time he hits the weight room, and his heart will take him even further. Stay tuned.