2024 Rankings Risers: DL
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With the release of the updated 2024 PRZ Rankings, here’s an in-depth analysis of the DL prospects that are rising up the list. Levar Talley Levar Talley 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Santa Margarita Catholic | 2024 State CA…
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Continue ReadingWith the release of the updated 2024 PRZ Rankings, here’s an in-depth analysis of the DL prospects that are rising up the list.
Levar Talley Levar Talley 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Santa Margarita Catholic | 2024 State CA , DL, Santa Margarita Catholic
Talley continues to climb up national rankings and recruiting boards after a big sophomore season that saw him pull in six power 5 offers from some of the top programs in the country including Georgia, Florida State, USC, Pitt, Virginia Tech, and most recently Louisville. At 6’3” 210 lbs. he possesses a strong frame with plus length and growth potential as he matures. He’s a mobile and explosive defender that flashes good twitch and a quick first step off the LOS. Natural strength/power in his hands and lower body to deliver strong initial contact and use it to his advantage to gain positional leverage. He’s a very good athlete that shows as a pass rusher and in pursuit using his short area burst and lateral quickness to chase and close on the ball. Great upside and potential to be one of the top edge prospects in the 2024 class.
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— LeVar Talley (@levar_talley) November 17, 2021
JT Houston JT Houston 6'3" | 245 lbs | DL Warren | 2024 State CA , DL, Warren
Houston is an active and disruptive defender coming off the edge at 6’3” 245 lbs. Strong and well-built frame without sacrificing any playing speed or mobility. He explodes off the ball with good pad level and leverage upon first contact then uses his hands well to manipulate blockers and free himself up to make a play on the ball. He’s relentless in pursuit using his high motor and change of direction to redirect and chase sideline to sideline. He’s violent at the POA delivering strong contact by exploding his hips and driving his legs through the ball carrier and to the ground. His size and athleticism give him some positional flexibility depending on how he develops. Recently picked up his first offer from Colorado State, expect it to be the first of many.
Extremely blessed to receive my first scholarship offer to Colorado State University. #AG2G The work is just getting started! #moremotivatedthanever @coachkeith_1k @latsondheimer @GregBiggins @COACHSTACEDC @CoachPearson_ @Lonestarr18 @WHSBearFootball @CSUFootball #NEWWARREN pic.twitter.com/99Cdpt8QFf
— “J.T.” Houston (@JT_Houston17) January 20, 2022
Kodi Cornelius Kodi Cornelius 6'1" | 265 lbs | DL Casa Grande | 2024 State CA , DL, Casa Grande
Versatile line prospect that has potential on both sides of the ball at the college level. Solid 6’1” 265 lb. frame with excellent natural movement skills and foot speed. Great brute strength and raw power at the POA with the ability to stack and neutralize blocks or overpower opponents and finish them to the ground. Love the efficient use and effectiveness of his hands, he packs a hard punch and can lockout to control a blocker and maintain separation so he can shed and work to the ball carrier. High football IQ with good instincts and anticipation to read run/pass and react. He’s one of the top 2024 line prospects in northern California and was voted the first team all-state sophomore.
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