Oregon’s Top D lineman for 2024 (Ranked #1-10)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><br> Over the next few weeks we will be breaking down Oregon's top athletes by position for the 2024 class. Have a look at the state's top D lineman. The overall rankings with the Top 150 is referenced here.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/oregon/rankings/2024-rankings/">https://prepredzone.com/oregon/rankings/2024-rankings/</a> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> <strong>*Individuals will only be ranked on one side of the ball</strong>. <strong>Per usual rankings are based on who projects highest at the collegiate level. </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1.[player_tooltip player_id='152335' first='Liam' last='Cassidy'] 6-5 310 Jesuit <strong>(OFFERS: UNLV) </strong>As a sophomore Cassidy earned 1^st team all-league honors on D. As a Junior he earned 2^nd team honors on O, showing off his overall versatility and ability to play anywhere. Jesuit graduates maybe the most talented line in the NW, as we will find out quickly how much of a difference he alone can make. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2.[player_tooltip player_id='152360' first='Gabe' last='Staszak'] 6-5 225 South Medford- Staszak broke out as a sophomore and followed that up nicely in 22', accounting for 45 tackles (17 solo), with 13 tackles for loss, and 5 sacks. He brings a lot to the table standing close to 6-6. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3.[player_tooltip player_id='511342' first='Will' last='Haverland'] 6-5 220 Sheldon- The 6-5 Haverland had an outstanding year, racking up 29 total tackles, with 12.5 tackles for loss, and a sack. When all is said and done he could very well be listed as the top D lineman in Oregon as the film speaks for itself. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>4.[player_tooltip player_id='511314' first='Brayden' last='Welch'] 6-5 250 Oregon City-&nbsp;Just a good overall athlete with size. Welch was an honorable mention all-conference D end and looked the part catching the ball at TE.&nbsp; He was definitely one of 6A's breakout performers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5.[player_tooltip player_id='152347' first='Hatimu' last='Letisi'] 6-0 255 South Salem-&nbsp;From a pure talent standpoint there are few who are better.&nbsp;He was a matchup night mare for most lineman due to his size and strength. On the year he earned 1^st&nbsp;team all-conference honors, finishing in the top 10 in sacks.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6.[player_tooltip player_id='278371' first='Ryder' last='Swanson'] 6-1 220 Oregon City-&nbsp;Swanson earned 2^nd&nbsp;team all TRL honors for the second year in a row. Look for him and OC to be a potential top 10 team and talked about often in 2023.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7.[player_tooltip player_id='278373' first='Patrick' last='Wooley'] 6-5 350 Liberty- Wooley's shear size makes him a prospect. He earned 1^st&nbsp;team all league honors as a sophomore, and honorable mention all conference accolades on both sides of the ball this past season. It will come down to mobility and how he progresses.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8.[player_tooltip player_id='206848' first='Matix' last='Carpenter'] 6-1 260 Central Catholic- Easily one of the top overall lineman in Oregon, earning 1^st&nbsp;team all league accolades on both sides of the football. He will project on D due to size.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9.[player_tooltip player_id='511297' first='Makani' last='Manuwai'] 6-0 250 South Medford- Manuwai had a phenomenal season, racking up 1^st&nbsp;team all conference honors. His overall agility and ability to hit may have him playing OLB or FB at the next level.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10.[player_tooltip player_id='520389' first='Kayle' last='Pisano'] 6-3 230 Clackamas- Pisano had a breakout season, earning 2^nd team all Mt Hood honors, while making 45 total tackles, 4 sacks, and 6 tackles for loss. He has good size and is a talented overall athlete (baseball). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->