2021 O-Line & D-Linemen Scouting Report

Today we highlight some of the top prospects who are in the state of Louisiana. The class of 2021, had a strange year, to say the least in recruiting in 2020. So we feel like it's our mission here at PrepRedzone top to bring these great athletes the exposure they deserve after a most unusual season. These are some offensive linemen who can make holes for runningbacks and make quarterbacks sleep better at night. Other defensive linemen we have on our list, keep quarterbacks up all night, and offensive line coaches figuring out the X's and O's on how to stop these guys from wreaking havoc in their backfield. Enjoy! <span style="font-size: 14pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="63650" first="Oden" last="Pierce"]  - Mandeville </span> <hr /> <img class="" src="https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ErlNYd2XAAAo1qu?format=jpg&amp;name=large" alt="Image" width="260" height="440" /> <em><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Photo:@OdenPierce</span></em> <div class="css-1dbjc4n"></div> 6'3 220 lbs, runs a 4.78 40 yard dash, 4.18 shuttle time, 36 inches vertical, bench presses 280 lbs. Oden has a good burst off the ball. He stays low, he is able to keep a low center of gravity and use his size to his advantage. He has enough speed to get around the corner on the pass rush, dip his shoulder or use his hand moves to get around offensive linemen. He shows the ability to consistently beat offensive linemen that are bigger and stronger than him but less athletic. He has good hand moves and is able to disengage from blockers with his good motor and pursuit of the ball. He has a very tall slender, athletic build, much of what you would expect for a pass-rushing specialist at the defensive end. He won't overpower anyone or bull rush O-linemen into the backfield, but he can leave them yelling "lookout" to opposing quarterbacks, with his speed and athleticism he shows bending the edge as a pass rusher. Oden has the ability to consistently be a good player and contribute to the sacks and tackle for loss columns. Last month ( Dec.2020)  he received his first offer to Tulane University. Overall great athlete, who I think will only get bigger / faster at the next level. FCS / or Division II type of protection with a high ceiling for improvement. <a href="http://iframe%20src='//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/8540833/5fd8dea08cd5650fa8f80ec2'%20width='640'%20height='360'%20frameborder='0'%20allowfullscreen/iframe"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/8540833/5fd8dea08cd5650fa8f80ec2" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></a> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="63636" first="Clarence" last="Emery"] - West Feliciana </span> <hr /> Emery is a 6'5 220 ilbs defensive end who fights off blocks well and is more known for his fitness moves than his power moves to make plays happen in the backfield. He shows the ability to heavily contribute to sacks and tackles for his team with his great burst off the ball, he is in the backfield in a hurry. He can put his hand in the dirt or stand up and rush the quarterback or get after the running back. He also shows the patience to fill his gap and disengage from blockers to make a play ( TFL or Sack ) due to his long wingspan. He is able to press defenders off his chest and throw them away to make a play on the ball. With his high motor, there is never a highlight play where you don't see Emery in the play or making the play himself. Plays both sides of the ball, tight end, and defensive end. Plays best getting after the QB and racking up a bunch of sacks or tackles in the backfield. <a href="http://iframe%20src='//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/12748432/5e18c287ab923714dc986716'%20width='640'%20height='360'%20frameborder='0'%20allowfullscreen/iframe"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/12748432/5e18c287ab923714dc986716" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></a> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="63639" first="Jaiden" last="Hare"] - Natchitoches Central </span> <hr /> Jaiden was by far one of the best overall "athletes" on our list. 2 sport athlete who is a star on the basketball court as well as the gridiron. At ( get ready for this ) 6'6 205 lbs, this is your complete package at the defensive end position. Jaiden is a tall athletic built defensive end whose speed is deadly. His speed is amazing for his size and what he is able to do with it for his advantage. A true competitor who loves to compete and who is a force to be reckoned with coming off the edge. One that offensive line coaches stay up late at night game planning for how they are going to stop him. When he makes contact with a QB in the backfield, it is like watching a car accident right before your eyes, A vicious hitter, who is violent when it comes to tackling with a  great motor for pursuit to the ball. You can stand him up or put him basically anywhere on the D-line and he will make plays. Good versus the run or the pass, he also keeps good consistent technique throughout the game. Good with his hands and with his swat or swim moves. He's light on his feet and able to change his direction fast, leaving linemen chasing him back into the backfield. <em><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Photo:@jaidenhare</span></em> <div class="css-1dbjc4n"></div> <div><a href="http://www.hudl.com/v/2CMNBP">http://www.hudl.com/v/2CMNBP</a></div> <div></div> <div></div> <div></div> <div></div> <div></div> <div></div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="63630" first="Christian" last="Mannino"] Jr. </span> <hr /> At 6'2" 290 lbs, defensive tackle, defensive end [player_tooltip player_id="63630" first="Christian" last="Mannino"] Jr. has a very strong, thick build who looks athletic enough to run around the field and make plays everywhere. I could see Christian playing outside linebacker or even at inside backer at the next level if he trimmed down and toned up a bit more, its a high possibility due to his athleticism, This is a balanced defensive end who can pass rush and play against the run well. He has the strength and athleticism to either bull rush or bend the edge to get around pass blockers. Terrific purist to the ball, he plays with a high motor / high intensity that is evident when you watch him play. Plays with good technique relative to this position and looks to swatt quarterback passes any chance he gets with his impressive vertical ability. 5 A state champion, who was also a member of the track and field team as well as being on the wrestling team. A smart young man with a 3.8 GPA and currently holds offers to St. Olaf, Rhodes College, Lake Forrest, Huntington College, Betha, Millsaps, and Trine college. <a href="http://iframe%20src='//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/9921684/5e1aae5c0c53520404655efc'%20width='640'%20height='360'%20frameborder='0'%20allowfullscreen/iframe"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/9921684/5e1aae5c0c53520404655efc" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></a> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="63648" first="John" last="Martin"] - De La Salle </span> <hr /> At 6'4 345 lbs John always makes his presence aware to the defenders who try to take on this nasty O-linemen. His strength is great with a bench press of 330 lbs, squat of 500 lbs, and a clean of 300 lbs. This a big athlete who moves well for his size. As an offensive guard John is able to pull and kick out edge rushers or make it to the next level of blocking and get his hands on linebackers or defensive backs. He has a devastating punch that he uses to send defenders flying to the ground, He keeps a wide base when he is run blocking and chips his feet well when driving a blocker downfield. He looks to make pancake blocks on pass protection and run blocking plays. If he could slim down a little and get a little lighter on his feet his level of play would take off to the next level and elevate his play. He blocks out defenders well and is able to turn his back with good footwork to make a nice clean hole for the ball carrier. Current offers include Columbia University, Dartmouth, and the University of Pennsylvania. <a href="http://iframe%20src='//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/8109558/5deee3edf327710efcb558f1'%20width='640'%20height='360'%20frameborder='0'%20allowfullscreen/iframe"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/8109558/5deee3edf327710efcb558f1" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></a> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="63700" first="Sam" last="Cole V"] - Catholic High School of Baton Rouge </span> <hr /> 6'3" 290 lbs linemen who play offensive tackle and offensive guard. I think he is at his best when he plays offensive guard on the line. He shows he can be a very nasty, physical blocker. His punch could use some more strength behind it but once he engages with a blocker m he is not letting go, Looks to pancake blocks. He has an adequate pass protection skillset and shows good food work, that could use improvement at the next level. An overall good lineman who can push the pile and never slacks on technique. <img src="https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1261334904392081411/navrXjdZ_400x400.jpg" alt="Image" /> <em><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Photo:@SamColeV</span></em> <div class="css-1dbjc4n r-1adg3ll r-15d164r"> <div class="css-1dbjc4n"></div> </div> <strong>Film: </strong> <a href="http://www.hudl.com/v/2CP0nw">http://www.hudl.com/v/2CP0nw</a> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="63631" first="Cameron" last="Foster"] - Northwood </span> <hr /> 6'3" 280 lbs offensive/defensive linemen who have a very athletic build. Best known for his pass blocking abilities, due to his athleticism getting to the next level and ability to pull and quick out. I see him putting on size at the next level to almost resembling a Tyron Smith of the Dallas Cowboys kind of tackle, just to give you a mental picture. Pass protection and run blocking skills are adequate and would make a good offensive guard at the next level. He currently holds an offer to Lamar University. <strong>Film: </strong> <a href="http://www.hudl.com/v/2CUxJa">http://www.hudl.com/v/2CUxJa</a>