Michigan State signs 2025 four-star Frankenmuth (Mich.) DT Derrick Simmons
Michigan State signed 2025 four-star Frankenmuth (Mich.) defensive tackle Derrick Simmons on Wednesday.
Simmons (6-3, 280) committed to Michigan State in late June after visiting a host of other schools. Spartan defensive line coach Legi Suiaunoa offered Simmons in mid-May.
Simmons took other official visits to Cincinnati, Purdue and Illinois. He held additional offers from Northwestern, Vanderbilt and Boston College, among others.
Simmons is the No. 397 prospect, No. 35 defensive lineman and No. 5 player from Michigan in the 2025 class, per the On3 Industry Rankings.
Simmons, versatile three-star Ohio lineman Cal Thrush and three-star Hawaiian edge rusher Leonard Ah You make up the Spartans’ 2025 defensive line class.
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Scouting summary
The bull-rushing defensive tackle’s explosiveness and strength is the first thing that stands out when reviewing his junior film. Simmons uses his bowling ball-like frame to get in the backfield in a hurry.
Simmons has improved his technique and added strength as a senior. He plays offensive line and throws shot put for Frankenmuth as well.
After a long playoff run, Frankenmuth lost in the MHSAA Division V state championship to Pontiac (Mich.) Notre Dame Prep.
