Best of the Rest: Uncommitted 2022 DL
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With such a deep and talented 2022 class across the state, there are still many uncommitted prospects capable of playing at the college level. Here’s a look at some of the top defensive lineman still available. Micah Lutu Micah Lutu…
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Continue ReadingWith such a deep and talented 2022 class across the state, there are still many uncommitted prospects capable of playing at the college level. Here’s a look at some of the top defensive lineman still available.
Micah Lutu Micah Lutu 6'2" | 295 lbs | OL Saguaro | 2022 State AZ , DL, Saguaro
Lutu possesses a lot of physical traits D1 defensive line coaches look for in a prospect at 6’2” 270 lbs. with a 77 inch wingspan. His combination of length, athleticism, twitch, and positional versatility make him one of the top uncommitted players in the state regardless of position. He shows plus initial quickness off the ball with an aggressive first step to gain positional leverage. In addition, he flashes the ability to beat blockers with his lateral agility or his strength at the POA. He’s well coached with good command of a variety of moves to disengage and pursue the ball carrier. Given his talent and ability he’s severely underrecruited with an early offer from New Mexico and a more recent offer from Colorado State-Pueblo. He’ll be a steal for anyone who gets him.
https://t.co/E62ZGEqqmu @CoachMohns @Dena_Luv @KyleCaldwellAZ @CoachMMartinez @Coachcam3Jim #BTB #sagU
— Micah Lutu (@M_Lutuz1) November 19, 2021
Andy Sanchez Andy Sanchez 6'1" | 270 lbs | DL Mountain Ridge | 2022 State AZ , DL, Mountain Ridge
At 6’3” 270 lbs. Sanchez possesses the athleticism and mobility to play multiple positions on both sides of the line. At his size, he shows impressive quickness off the snap and short area burst to close space and pursue. He’s a violent defender that delivers strong contact on every tackle by exploding his hips and accelerating his feet through the ball carrier. Strong and well built frame gives him good natural power at the POA. Love his efficient hand usage to fight off blocks and control the LOS without allowing opponents to get into his body. He’s a tough block for anyone 1 on 1 and can make a ton of plays at or behind the LOS. Drake is his only offer to date but deserves to be more heavily recruited.
Check out my Mid Season Highlights. https://t.co/2nZeu3fX8I #hudl@MtRidgeFootball @VYDLperformance @gridironarizona @AJMorganFB
— Andy Sanchez (@Andy70Sanchez) October 19, 2021
Malaki Ta’ase Malaki Ta’ase 6'2" | 230 lbs | DL Mountain View (Mesa) | 2022 State AZ , DL, Mountain View
Ta’ase has been one of the top defenders in the state for several years. He’s a three sport athlete (football, basketball, track/field) at 6’2” 240 lbs. with plus athleticism and impressive pursuit ability and playmaking closing speed. He’s active and disruptive coming off the edge to make plays in the backfield before they can develop. Quick and explosive first step off the ball sets up his attack aided by his stack and shed strength in his upper body, gets great extension with his initial punch. Great instincts and ability to read the play as it unfolds to put himself in position to be a difference maker. Voted Defensive POY for the 6A Central Region. Originally committed to Nevada before decommitting in December and now holds offers from Idaho State, Utah State, Idaho, and Southern Utah.
Senior Year Highlights!!!@JGermaine7@dswartz_68@MVToro_Footballhttps://t.co/JojBfCSRaW
— Malaki Ta’ase🇦🇸 (@MalakiTaase99) November 30, 2021
Duke Frye Duke Frye 6'1" | 275 lbs | DL Notre Dame Preparatory | 2022 State AZ , DL, Notre Dame
At 6’1” 280 lbs. Frye is a physically dominating player on both sides of the line. His compact and powerful frame allows him to neutralize blockers and control the interior LOS on the defensive line. He’s able to stack opponents and use his hands to gain leverage and fight through contact/double teams on his way to the ball carrier. He packs a hard punch and can lockout to control a blocker and maintain separation so he can shed and make a tackle. Strong tackler that wraps up to the ground and is tough to break once he gets his hands on you. He’s a high academic prospect that has continued to pull in offers, most recently from Drake and Morehead State in addition to Morningside and Washington University (St. Louis).
Thank you @therecruitcoach and the rest of your crew for filming me this season! Check out this video of some other angles of my senior season! pic.twitter.com/3064nsdfri
— Duke Frye (@dukef54) December 24, 2021
Other Top Uncommitted DL Prospects:
Peyton Beauer, Corona Del Sol
Offers: Ottawa; Lewis and Clark
Excited to receive another offer from @OUAZFootball ! Thank you @Coach_Stebbins for the opportunity! pic.twitter.com/Kg9Hmqfyij
— Peyton Beauer (@peytonbeauer) December 16, 2021
Owen Faulkner Owen Faulkner 6'1" | 250 lbs | LB Sandra Day O'Connor | 2022 AZ , O’Connor
Offers: Arizona Christian; Benedictine, Concordia, Culver-Stockton, Fort Lewis, Lake Forest, St. Mary, Simpson, St. Norbert, Valley City State
Thank you Jesus!!! After a great visit and talk with Coach Cat, I am super stoked to receive my 11th offer from Lake Forest College!! @CoachCole42 @CoachPerrone @oc_football @gridironarizona @AZHSFB @JUSTCHILLY @LFC_FOOTBALL pic.twitter.com/kynBEV8iZW
— Owen Faulkner (@owenfaulknerr) January 29, 2022
Sam Franco, Sabino
Offers: Avila; Bethany; Clarke; Culver-Stockton; Doane; Hastings; Ottawa; Southwestern; St. Ambrose; Tabor
So honored to be offered a scholarship by @CoachKoustmer from @Tabor_Football !Thank you so much coach!@SabinoFootball1 @Coach_McBrayer @Sulaman_P @CoachSlylewis1 @CoachJason1023 @GametimeRC @vcook51 @QbSabino @JavierJMorales pic.twitter.com/pWP7twvjon
— Sam Franco (@samfran04) February 24, 2022
EJ Hernandez, Bisbee
Offers: Arizona Christian; Bethany; Bethel; Culver-Stockton; Dakota State; Hastings; Ottawa; Simpson; William Penn
I am blessed to receive my 10th offer to Ottawa thank you for believing in me @WesCoomes and @CoachNickDavis 🔥❤🙏@athletics_r @CoachBV pic.twitter.com/PpP2AUeeN5
— Ej Hernandez (@Ej96943567) January 26, 2022
CJ Lopez, Tanque Verde
Offers: Allegheny; Arizona Christian; Avila; Clarke; Concordia; Hastings; McPherson; Presentation; Puget Sound; Simpson; Willamette
Thank you @Coachcalexander for the offer to play football and further my education at @AvilaUniversity I really appreciate it! #AvilaFootball #EAGLEPRE22URE @Avila_Athletics @HawksVerde @JavierJMorales @AllSportsTucson @AZSPORTSNETWORK @gridironarizona @SOAZFootball @5Sportstalk pic.twitter.com/3tskAWt6KC
— CJ Lopez (@cjlopezbeardown) February 2, 2022
Garrett Montgomery, Cienega
Offers: Bethany; Nebraska Wesleyan; Ottawa; Simpson
After an email from @coachkosik I’m honored to receive an offer from Bethany College. @AllSportsTucson @CoachArgraves @SteveSchween @520Gridiron @SOAZFootball @SOAZFootball @CADDY7677 pic.twitter.com/gjKWKLta2T
— Garrett Montgomery (@GarrettMontgo13) December 18, 2021
Matias Ortiz Matias Ortiz 6'1" | 220 lbs | LB Coconino | 2022 State AZ , Coconino
Offers: Concordia; Redlands; Simpson
After an email from @coachkosik I’m honored to receive an offer from Bethany College. @AllSportsTucson @CoachArgraves @SteveSchween @520Gridiron @SOAZFootball @SOAZFootball @CADDY7677 pic.twitter.com/gjKWKLta2T
— Garrett Montgomery (@GarrettMontgo13) December 18, 2021
Caleb Richardson Caleb Richardson 6'2" | 230 lbs | DL Perry | 2022 State AZ , Perry
Offers: Allegheny; Lake Forest; Lewis and Clark; Ripon; Wisconsin – River Falls
Excited to share I have received an offer to pursue excellence in academics and football at @AlleghenyFB. Thank you @CoachV_AC and @ACCoachNagy for the opportunity. #GoGators @perrypumas @gridironarizona pic.twitter.com/rIFvVSXOFO
— Caleb Richardson (@CalebRich45) August 4, 2021
Jordan Talbert Jordan Talbert 6'2" | 190 lbs | DL Carl Hayden | 2022 State AZ , Carl Hayden
Offers: Bethany; Fort Lewis; Kansas Wesleyan; Livingstone; Ottawa
Blessed to receive My second D2 offer!! @LivingstonNOLA @CHFalconsFB @sjarenas_ @MArenasWing @CodyTCameron @coachjsmithlbs @CoachM_Justin @CoachWTrenchMob pic.twitter.com/mOV8AVfzo1
— JordanTalbert11 (@JordanTalbert11) January 23, 2022