2023 Defensive Linemen Breakdowns
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The player rankings were recently updated by the staff. There were twenty-two linemen included in the player rankings. I am following up with a review of the top five defensive linemen. KJ Sampson KJ Sampson 6'4" | 285 lbs |…
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Continue ReadingThe player rankings were recently updated by the staff. There were twenty-two linemen included in the player rankings. I am following up with a review of the top five defensive linemen.
KJ Sampson KJ Sampson 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL New Bern | 2023 State NC , 6’4″ 285, New Bern HS, (No. 1 DL, No. 1 Overall). KJ displays great footwork and technique to control blockers after making contact. He displays great use of powerful hands and upper body strength to overpower blockers to disrupt the play. KJ runs well in the open field to close quickly on the ball carrier, while making stops for losses. His quickness and strength make it difficult for an offensive lineman to block him one-on-one. Offensive units double-team and run traps to block him. KJ is the most dominant player on New Bern’s defensive unit. KJ Sampson KJ Sampson 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL New Bern | 2023 State NC is one of the top Power5 prospects in the nation who has a long list of Power5 offers to choose from.
Rico Walker Rico Walker 6'4" | 215 lbs | LB Hickory | 2023 State NC , 6’4″ 230, Hickory HS, (No. 2 DL, No. 3 Overall). Rico is quick out of his stance at defensive end to make contact with blockers, while moving into the backfield to disrupt the play. He makes punishing tackles with complete wrap-up and follow through. Rico runs well in the open field, covering a lot of ground quickly. He displays great use of hands to manhandle blockers to make the stop, often for losses. Rico is a very athletic and talented player who is also an offensive threat at Tight-End. Rico is the most dominant player on Hickory’s defensive unit. Rico Walker Rico Walker 6'4" | 215 lbs | LB Hickory | 2023 State NC is one of the top Power5 prospects in the nation who has a long list of Power5 offers to choose from.
Jamaal Jarrett Jamaal Jarrett 6'6" | 355 lbs | DL Grimsley | 2023 State NC , 6’5″ 330, Grimsley HS, (No. 3 DL, No. 17 Overall). Jamaal displays good footwork and technique to overpower blockers on his way into the backfield. He displays great use of powerful hands and great upper body strength to disrupt the play. Jamaal is a big man who moves with quickness in tight spaces to make stops. Jamaal is the most dominant player on Grimsley’s defensive unit. He plays on the offensive line, also. Jamaal finished the season with 35 total tackles, 2 forced fumbles, 8 tackles for losses, 3 sacks, 2 QB hurries, and 2 pass deflections. Jamaal Jarrett Jamaal Jarrett 6'6" | 355 lbs | DL Grimsley | 2023 State NC is one of the top Power5 prospects in the nation who has over 20 D1 offers, several are from Power5 schools.
Josh Iseah Josh Iseah 6'3" | 240 lbs | DL Independence | 2023 State NC , 6’2″ 220, Independence HS, (No. 4 DL, No. 25 Overall). Josh is quick out of his stance at defensive end to make contact with blockers, quickly moving past them into the backfield to disrupt the play. He displays good use of hands to control blockers and make the stop. Josh runs well in the open field, covering a lot of ground quickly to stop the ball carrier. Josh Iseah Josh Iseah 6'3" | 240 lbs | DL Independence | 2023 State NC is a Power5 prospect whose participation in Summer Prospect Camps will jumpstart his recruitment.
Tyler Thompson Tyler Thompson 6'6" | 200 lbs | DL Panther Creek | 2023 State NC , 6’6″ 200, Panther Creek HS, (No. 5 DL, No. 27 Overall). Tyler is quick out of his stance at defensive end to make contact blockers, quickly moving past them into the backfield for the stop. He displays good use of hands and technique to control blockers and stop the ball carrier. Tyler moves well laterally to make stops in tight spaces. Tyler Thompson Tyler Thompson 6'6" | 200 lbs | DL Panther Creek | 2023 State NC is a solid D1 prospect whose recruitment should increase as he participates in Summer Prospect Camps.