2022 Rankings Risers: Defense

<em>An inside look into some of the 2022 defensive prospects rising up the Prep Redzone Rankings.</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="151851" first="Hudson" last="Cedarland"], LB, Gig Harbor</strong> Cedarland’s recruiting is starting to heat up with his first two offers coming in from Washington State and Oregon State in recent weeks. He’s a versatile LB that consistently makes big time plays as a run stopper and in coverage. He’s got a good frame to build on at 6’3” 215 lbs. and is a plus athlete that shows a strong burst and good range to play sideline to sideline. His ability to quickly diagnose plays and react with very little wasted movement demonstrates his high football IQ. He’s an exciting player to watch and has continued to improve and grow every year. Watch as his recruiting stock will continue to rise and more power 5 programs will offer. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="87332" first="Jakobus" last="Seth"], DL, Lakewood</strong> Seth continues to rise up rankings and recruiting boards and has solidified himself as one of the top defensive players in the state. A physical force off the edge that plays with high caliber aggressiveness and intensity. He’s violent and overpowering at the contact point using a combination of size, strength, and leverage to often put opponents on their backs. Possesses a quick and explosive first step off the ball and is able to smoothly transition that speed/acceleration into power at the POA. Good instincts and awareness to diagnose plays quickly and is relentless in pursuit. He’s a strong and reliable tackler in the box and in open space using his lateral agility and athleticism to track down ball carriers. Currently holds five D1 offers including Washington State, Nevada, Dartmouth, Yale, and Eastern Washington. <strong><img class=" wp-image-24527 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2020/06/Generic-Featured-Image-2.jpg" alt="" width="278" height="174" />[player_tooltip player_id="151880" first="Justin" last="Ketzenberg"], DL, Tahoma</strong> Voted the 2021 NPLS Lineman of the Year. At 6’2” 260 lbs. he possesses a strong, balanced, and well-built frame that he can add weight too as he continues to grow. He comes off the ball hard and with good leverage to quickly gain penetration and disrupt plays at or behind the LOS. His strength and power at the POA make him extremely tough to block, especially one on one. He’s a body tackler that drives through contact and is a violent finisher. He’s equally effective as a run stopper and a pass rusher. Good natural skillset and instincts to build on as he develops. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="151858" first="Elias" last="Sanders"], DL, Bethel</strong> Projects as a DE at the college level given his size/frame at 6’4” 255 lbs. but physically dominates on both sides of the ball at Bethel. Plus athleticism, mobility, and bend. He fires off the ball with a quick and explosive first step to gain positional leverage. Naturally strong and powerful at the contact point but his understanding of leverage also works to his advantage. Plays well with his hands to shed/disengage blocks, he packs a powerful punch with good extension that can knock opponents off balance with the initial strike. Flashes good short area burst and speed to close space and track down ball carriers all over the field. Possesses great potential with a high ceiling. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="151856" first="Tanner" last="Beaman"], LB, Skyview</strong> Beaman is an extremely versatile prospect with college level size at 6’3” 225 lbs. He’s a very savvy athlete with good transitional speed and change of direction. Has a great break on the ball using that acceleration to close space on the ball carrier. He’s an instinctual player with great anticipation and eye discipline, he’s quick to read and react putting himself in good position to make impact plays. Equally effective in run support and as a drop back cover guy. As a tackler, he’s physical and aggressive capable of delivering strong blows while wrapping up to the ground. Great foundational skillset that should warrant D1 attention going forward.