Addison is an athletic EDGE player who likely will put on some weight to become a full-time defensive end at the college level. There is a chance Addison could follow in the footsteps of fellow hybrid EDGE players like Fred “JayR” Johnson and Wendell Gregory (both in the class of 2024) and start his South Carolina football career at linebacker, but based on almost all of his experience in high school, defensive end seems more likely.

As a pass rusher, Addison has a strong first step and quick straight line speed. If a run play gets away from him, he can always threaten to bring the ball carrier down from behind. Due to his length advantage, Addison can get behind offensive linemen and disrupt their hands with his arms, which allows him to make plays.

Now positioned to become a Gamecock for South Carolina, Sumter is the second defensive player in the 2025 recruiting class to pledge to the team, following safety Damarcus Leach. Although there is a lot of youthful talent in the EDGE room, several older players will be leaving in the next year or two, which might provide to more opportunities for early playing time.