2024 West Virgina Top 50: Offensive Line
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The offensive line position has evolved over the years in which the athleticism has been more of a priority than overall brute strength which is still a key aspect but not the overall deciding factor when evaluating offensive lineman. The…
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Continue ReadingThe offensive line position has evolved over the years in which the athleticism has been more of a priority than overall brute strength which is still a key aspect but not the overall deciding factor when evaluating offensive lineman. The ability to move well in space while reaching a second level defender and make a key seal off block is heavily valued at the college level. Let’s take a look at the offensive lineman from the 2024 West Virginia Top 50!
Robby Martin Robby Martin 6'4" | 275 lbs | OL Huntington | 2024 State WV 6-4 285 Huntingdon High School
The number one overall player on the 2024 West Virginia Top 50, he has the ability to block and move well in space while maintaining good body control. He has good consistent mechanics while in pass pro which allows him to maintain balance and set for oncoming pass rushers.
Caleb Norman Caleb Norman 6'8" | 300 lbs | OL Parkersburg | 2024 State WV 6-8 295 Parkersburg High School
An enormous offensive lineman that has a strong punch when engaging at the point of attack and shocking defenders. He shows the ability to move defensive lineman from point A to point B without any issues.
Wes Hancock Wes Hancock 6'4" | 300 lbs | OL Martinsburg | 2024 State WV 6-4 295 Martinsburg High School
A physically imposing offensive lineman that plays with a nasty demeanor and shows on film that he finishes blocks with an edge. When he engages with defenders, he locks on to them and drives them out of the view of the film with good consistent leverage and leg drive.
Aiden Ellis Aiden Ellis 6'4" | 310 lbs | OL George Washington | 2024 State WV 6-5 310 Riverside High School
An athletic big man that is light on his feet and you can see that with his pass pro, confident in his mechanics which allows him to mirror the defender. In the run game he gets a good consistent push off the line of scrimmage and moves defenders out of the way.
Braylon Brown Braylon Brown 6'2" | 300 lbs | OL Morgantown | 2024 State WV 6-2 285 Morgantown High School
An absolute mauler in the run game, he plays with that nasty demeanor and demonstrates the ability to finish off blocks with ease. He maintains good balance when pulling out in space and locks onto defenders to seal the edge.
Eli Campbell Eli Campbell 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL Princeton | 2024 State WV 6-3 280 Princeton High School
A physical presence in the run game, plays with good leverage and knocks defenders back off the line of scrimmage on a consistent basis. He is athletic to move in pass pro and have good balance and settle for the oncoming pass rusher.
EJ Hendrix EJ Hendrix 6'2" | 255 lbs | DL Martinsburg | 2024 State WV 6-1 230 Martinsburg High School
An athletic offensive lineman that is very good in blocking out in open space while on the run, has good body control and balance to pick up defenders and drive them out. He is physical at the point of attack and engages in blocks quickly and effectively to make key blocks in the run game.
Kolton Weaver Kolton Weaver 6'4" | 290 lbs | OL Point Pleasant | 2024 State WV 6-4 290 Point Pleasant High School
He is explosive when coming out of his stance and drives into the opposing defensive lineman while driving them off the football. He has a strong punch and provides a knock back when engaging into defenders as well.
Aiden Corbett Aiden Corbett 6'2" | 225 lbs | DL Williamstown | 2024 State WV 6-1 230 Williamstown High School
A physical offensive lineman that plays with great leverage and gets into defenders and drives them off the line of scrimmage. He has the awareness to adjust when pulling in open space and locks onto blocks.