Using his length and excellent swim move Gideon has proved that he is an elite prospect. He lines up either as the defensive end or linebacker and primarily as run-stopping responsibility in the scheme. During the rush, he maintains great balance and body control through the blockers on his way to the ball carrier, when he does arrive he breaks down well and wraps up, leaving little room for error. - Matt Bressington

A stand-up rush end with the potential of playing more of a traditional 4-3 strong outside linebacker. He may not tally up bunches of sacks at this point, but he has a knack for getting in the face of the quarterback and affecting the throw. When he’s off the line of scrimmage, he diagnoses the play and commits to the gap. - Jarett Perez

Gideon is quickly becoming one of the top defensive end prospects in America. His impressive combination of size and speed make him a formidable force on the field, and he has a knack for using moves that are rarely seen at the high school level. He is a player to watch in the coming years, as he has the potential to make a big impact at the next level. - BC