Film Dive: Top Offensive Lineman Part. II
Below we will list and breakdown the film of some under the radar offensive lineman from around the state that are some of the top maulers in the region. Part I of this III part series can be found HERE. …
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Continue ReadingBelow we will list and breakdown the film of some under the radar offensive lineman from around the state that are some of the top maulers in the region. Part I of this III part series can be found HERE.
2023 Ben Kapelka Ben Kapelka 6'4" | 300 lbs | OL Prairie | 2023 State WA , Prairie View HS
The rising Senior has a big frame and can transfer his weight in the right program and be very effective at either the tackle or guard position depending on the level of play in college. Kapelka is a close area mauler that has heavy hands and can drive defenders off the ball with his size and consistent leg drive through out his blocks. Still working on natural bend and movement abilities in space, he can run and block in the open field if needed and is effective in pass protection against bull rushes and can anchor and set his feet. Going into his Senior season, his film will be one to watch as he progresses.
2023 Nathan Pritchard Nathan Pritchard 6'5" | 285 lbs | OL Auburn Riverside | 2023 State WA , Auburn-Riverside HS
Pritchard is a two-way star who is very physical and explosive at the POA and can play on both sides of the ball, but projects as an offensive lineman at the next level. Very effective when pulling and blocking in space, he shoots out of his stance quickly and can pull without taking false steps and gets his head around to the right shoulder when kicking out. In the inside run game, he finishes blocks downfield and should be able to play the tackle position at the next level due to his feet, natural athleticism and frame.
2023 Kyle Cox Kyle Cox 6'6" | 270 lbs | OL Eatonville | 2023 State WA , Eatonville HS
Cox holds an early offer from Montana State and should see others follow in the coming months. Based on his film, he shows raw abilities in the run game and has some good bend in his stance while mostly being effective when down blocking and base blocking in the short area. He keeps his hands inside through out the block progression and plays with above average pad level while able to combo and scrape to the second level while taking good angles to defenders in the open field.
2023 Kyle Martin Kyle Martin 6'3" | 300 lbs | OL Sumner | 2023 State WA , Sumner HS
Martin is a no brainer FCS+ prospect at the center position and has the ideal build and flexibility/natural bend for the position. off the ball, he is very powerful at the POA and creates immediate knock-back in the run game while finishing blocks with a wide base and strong physicality. In pass protection, he uses active hands and tight elbows to swipe down bull rushers and shows good lateral movement abilities when picking up blitzes with a strong understanding of gap responsibilities. When blocking in space, he keeps good body control through the block and runs through his target with nasty intention. Martin is one of the top center prospects across the entire state.
Other top offensive lineman to note…
Lucas Freitas, Mount Si HS
Tristan Lewis Tristan Lewis 6'5" | 285 lbs | OL Eatonville | 2023 State WA , Eatonville HS
Grant Lynch, Lake Stevens HS
Aaron Parker Aaron Parker 6'2" | 290 lbs | OL Lake Stevens | 2023 State WA , Lakewood HS
Danny Meade Danny Meade 6'4" | 275 lbs | OL Emerald Ridge | 2023 State WA , Emerald Ridge HS