5 Elite 2022 Defensive Linemen

Larry Blustein March 14, 2021 @ 08:49 AM

When the Updated Class of 2022 list was released a few weeks backs, there were some amazing prospects in the total list of 540 athletes. One of the positions that has truly made some huge strides is the defensive line. Whether it’s at the end position or the interior, there are some very capable football talent throughout the state of Florida. As we continue to promote all the athletes in the state – at every level – today, we take a look at five top tier defensive linemen in the Class of 2022: [player_tooltip player_id="50002" first="Dante" last="Anderson"], DE, 6-5, 225, Homestead. Here is a gifted football talent that we have been watching for the past two plus years – when he started to establish himself as a 10th grader at Southridge. This is a quick and athletic talent who continues to get bigger and strong – and paired with his amazing football skill – you can understand why colleges and universities from all over the nation are watching everything he does. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/11398066/Dante-Anderson">https://www.hudl.com/profile/11398066/Dante-Anderson</a> [player_tooltip player_id="49996" first="Brandon" last="Cleveland"], DT, 6-2, 260, Tampa Carrollwood Day. When he committed to attend the University of Miami last summer, this 16-year-old was not a household name, but that is changing. This is a very unique and gifted athlete who is quick, strong and extremely athletic – also playing baseball, which has added to his year-round commitment to staying in shape. The Hurricanes have a legitimate talent headed toward Coral Gables. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/10268410/Brandon-Cleveland">https://www.hudl.com/profile/10268410/Brandon-Cleveland</a> [player_tooltip player_id="49998" first="Dominick" last="James"], DT, 6-2, 270, Bradenton IMG Academy. Watch this young man play this game and you can see right away that he is one of the most dominating defensive linemen in the country. He is big, quick, agile and competes every minute of each play. IMG Academy, with impressive football talent like this, will once again be among the best in the nation – at any level. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/8223748/Dominick-James">https://www.hudl.com/profile/8223748/Dominick-James</a> [player_tooltip player_id="50004" first="Jamari" last="Lyons"], DT, 6-4, 305, Viera. Since the beginning of the 2020 season, there were a number of prospects that college coaches wanted to get a better look at – even though the pandemic prevented them from watching live. What makes this impressive athlete so special is he can also throw his frame around on offense as a tight end as well. Solid prospect who continues to receive attention from schools all over the country. Size, athletic ability and passion to play this game is what Jamari so special. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/10990467/Jamari-Lyons">https://www.hudl.com/profile/10990467/Jamari-Lyons</a> [player_tooltip player_id="50045" first="Hayden" last="Schwartz"], DT, 6-4, 250, Jacksonville Bolles. It’s certainly no surprise to have an athlete like this – one who can play defensive line, outside linebacker and even tight end. He is the ultimate football player, putting in plenty of work year-round, paving the way for a bright future. A two-time state championship game participant, this is also a student that gets it done in the classroom as well – where his 4.31 GPA is doing plenty of talking. A very productive football player. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/12007448/Hayden-Schwartz">https://www.hudl.com/profile/12007448/Hayden-Schwartz</a> CHECK OUT THE UPDATED 2022 TOP 100 PLUS. <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2021/02/updated-2022-florida-rankings/">https://prepredzone.com/2021/02/updated-2022-florida-rankings/</a> You Can Contact [player_tooltip player_id="111610" first="Larry" last="Blustein"] with prospect or team information at: Foridakids1@aol.com. We are also on Social Media on @PrepRedzonefl.