Top Offensive Linemen in South Jersey
Today we will focus on the top offensive linemen in South Jersey. These athletes are on the rise and will play a huge role for their programs. Lineman are the most important players on a team. Oftentimes, they do not…
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Continue ReadingToday we will focus on the top offensive linemen in South Jersey. These athletes are on the rise and will play a huge role for their programs.
Lineman are the most important players on a team. Oftentimes, they do not get the credit they deserve.
That being said, scroll down below and take a closer look.
Jr., Josh Kaye, Toms River North
6’1 230
Mr. Kaye is an impressive athlete that has improved over the years. Kaye has adequate strength that consistently moves defenders out of position. He does a good job exploding off the ball and getting to the second level. Kaye has good footwork to seal off fast edge rushers as well. His work ethic is unmatched and has a nasty attitude that coaches love for the next level. Keep your eyes on Kaye as we get closer to the season.
Strengths
- Explosive first step
- strong hands
- smooth feet
- hard worker
So., Adam Yevchak, Donovan Catholic
6’4 300
Mr. Yevchak is a versatile o-linemen that can play all five positions. He has great technique and athleticism. Yevchak is fundamentally sound and understands blocking angles. He does a good job using his body to his advantage. Also, has a good agility and quickness to stay in front of pass rushers. Yevchak excels in run support easily getting to the second level to create openings for the ball carrier. He has tremendous upside moving forward and you should expect his stock to rise.
Strengths
- great size
- versatile
- adequate strength
- good agility
So., Tyler Burnham, Red Bank Catholic
6’5 290
Mr. Burnham is an offensive tackle with above average athleticism. Burnham is strong and very difficult to defeat in a bull rush. He is agile in pass protection displaying a strong hand strike. Burnham is fluid in space and covers a lot of ground. In run support, he shows tenacity and does not waste time getting to the second level. Burnham does an exceptional job picking up the blitz and does not panic. He has committed very few penalties last season as well.
Strengths
- athletic
- great size
- agile
- physical
Jr., Elijah Smith, Donovan Catholic
6’1 295
Mr. Smith had a solid junior season. Smith has strong hands and plays with a good base. He has a good understanding of leverage and pad level. Smith plays with a chip on his shoulder and always blocks until the whistle. He is a good puller and does a good job blocking on the move. Smith is reliable in pass protection, easily keeping his body in front of the defenders. He has a strong hand strike to avoid defenders from getting into the framework of his body. Smith is a hard worker and its exciting to see how his senior year plays out.
Strengths
- Strong hands
- good feel for the game
- high motor
- smooth feet