2024 Defensive Linemen Breakdowns
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I am continuing the review of some of the top players in the Class of 2024. The next group up for review are the defensive linemen. The four players listed lead the defensive linemen group. Jaden Pierce Jaden Pierce 6'2"…
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Continue ReadingI am continuing the review of some of the top players in the Class of 2024. The next group up for review are the defensive linemen. The four players listed lead the defensive linemen group.
Jaden Pierce Jaden Pierce 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL Shelby | 2024 State NC 6’2″ 310, (No. 1 DL, No.4 Overall), Shelby HS. Jaden displayed good technique and footwork along with good use of hands to control blockers. He uses quickness and upper body strength to overpower blockers and stop the ball carrier. Jaden Pierce Jaden Pierce 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL Shelby | 2024 State NC was one of the most dominant players on the defensive line and a “run-stopper” on the inside running plays. Jaden is expected to continue to improve his skill set and participation in Summer Prospect Camps will jump start the recruiting wars for him. http://www.hudl.com/v/2Ghyvz
Braxton Lassiter Braxton Lassiter 6'5" | 260 lbs | DL Leesville Road | 2024 State NC 6’4″ 250, (No. 2 DL, Watchlist), Leesville Rd. HS. Braxton is quick out of his stance and displays good use of hands to control blockers. He moves quickly to close in on the ball carrier, often in the backfield. Braxton is a very active player who runs well in the open field, making several stops for losses. Braxton Lassiter Braxton Lassiter 6'5" | 260 lbs | DL Leesville Road | 2024 State NC is expected to train in the off-season to improve his skill set and participate in Summer Prospect Camps. The recruiting interest should start for him during the summer. http://www.hudl.com/video/3/14561004/61a3bb944bb31b0accf3afba
Michael Mullins (MJ) 6’1″ 260, (No. 3 DL, Watchlist), East Forsyth HS. Michael displayed good technique and use of hands to control blockers and stop the play. He displayed good footwork and quickness coming out of his stance to move past blockers to stop the ball carrier in the backfield. Michael is expected to train during the off-season to improve his skill set. The recruiting interest is expected take off as he participates in summer prospect camps. http://www.hudl.com/v/2GVf2Z
Jason McNeilly Jason McNeilly 6'2" | 230 lbs | DL Shelby | 2024 State NC 6’2″ 215, (No. 4 DL, Watchlist), Shelby HS. Jason is quick out of his stance to make contact with the blocker. He displays good technique and use of hands to control blockers and move past them to stop the ball carrier. Jason runs well in the open field and his quickness enables him to make stops in the backfield. Jason McNeilly Jason McNeilly 6'2" | 230 lbs | DL Shelby | 2024 State NC is expected to train during the off-season to improve his skill set and participate in Summer Prospect Camps. The recruiting interest should start for him during the summer. http://www.hudl.com/v/2GK4G7