Preseason Scouting Report: Defensive Linemen

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maryland has a ton of defensive line talent. There are many productive edge rushers. There are also many good interior defenders. This is what you can expect to see from some of the best. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_63093b95995fb","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["321792"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Udeogu is a high-ceiling prospect. He has the frame to be an elite player. He does a great job of using his length to keep blockers off of him. He also does a good job of using his hands to disengage blockers. 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