2022 Under-The-Radar Offensive Linemen: Part 6

Over this past week, we have discussed the outstanding offensive linemen in the Class of 2022 that are flying under-the-radar. Today, we will conclude our evaluation with four great leaders up front. These four prospects can grind down a defensive line. All four are capable of turning heads this fall. With the season fast approaching, the time is now for college coaches to consider these great offensive linemen. [player_tooltip player_id="39056" first="Hunter" last="Whitenack"], 6’7, 290 pounds, New Prairie [player_tooltip player_id="39056" first="Hunter" last="Whitenack"] has the build and the skillset to play high level college football. Whitenack’s 6’7, 290-pound frame makes him an imposing figure on the field. But Whitenack matches that size, with tremendous ability. Whitenack has a great first step. Whitenack plays with outstanding hand placement and great arm extension. On run plays, Whitenack is the lead blocker that any offensive coordinator should covet. He immediately gets his work done at the line-of-scrimmage, then he gets up to the second level and blocks a linebacker. [player_tooltip player_id="98066" first="Max" last="Williams"], 6’6, 295 pounds, Lebanon [player_tooltip player_id="98066" first="Max" last="Williams"] is a powerful offensive tackle, who could be a tone-setter for any college offense. Williams’ power does not just come from pure strength, but rather a combination of strength and technique. He has great leg drive, taking short strides to push his opponent back. Williams does a great job getting to the second level, opening up more space for the linebacker. Williams is solid in pass protection. His footwork is good, and he does not get overextended. He positions his body well, and makes life very difficult on the edge rusher. [player_tooltip player_id="158659" first="Zach" last="Williams"], 6’5, 270 pounds, Westfield [player_tooltip player_id="158659" first="Zach" last="Williams"] has the perfect size for what many college offenses want. He will be able to do the dirty work of blocking and pass protecting, while displaying the mobility required to succeed at the next level. Williams comes from a great Westfield program. Given that he has had to compete with some top-tier prospects at Westfield, Williams will be able to bring that competitive fire to a college program. [player_tooltip player_id="158659" first="Zach" last="Williams"] has tremendous up side. [player_tooltip player_id="98071" first="Owen" last="Wood"], 6’4, 300 pounds, Cathedral [player_tooltip player_id="98071" first="Owen" last="Wood"] is a physically-intimidating offensive linemen at Cathedral. Wood excels on down blocks. He takes a great angle, and his blocks frequently open the running lane. Wood has great power. Often times, he completely pancakes the defender, leaving a big space to run through. Wood has great mobility. He does an excellent job getting to the second level, and he gets out nicely to be the lead blocker on screen passes.