2023: Technically Sound Offensive Linemen

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>To be a master at anything, you have to be technically sound, and playing offensive line is no different. These four win with their footwork in addition to their other skills.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aidan Hatch || OL || 6'1 || 236 || Dixie High School || 2023 </strong><br>Hatch is an excellent puller. He keeps a tight path to the line and does a good job breaking down before blasting defensive ends. He also excels at going through and sifting through all the craziness during a play in the front seven to find and prevent his intended target from making a tackle. Hatch also makes plays getting out in the screen game where he flattens defensive backs. He keeps a good base in pass protection and when engaged with defensive tackles. Hatch will keep making room for playmakers at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='406953' first='Tyler' last='Buckway'] || OL || 6'3 || 290 || Morgan High School || 2023 </strong><br>Buckway plays with that mean streak you love to see in an offensive lineman. He enjoys pancaking defenders and never stops his legs before the whistle. Buckway is a true road grader who demolishes defensive tackles. He explodes off the snap, where his raw power helps him move defenders from point A to point B. In addition, Buckway is stout in pass pro, maintaining a good anchor. He can play anywhere along the offensive line and works well with his teammates up to the second level. Buckway can be a valuable asset to any program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='428020' first='Jeraldo' last='Payan'] || OL || 6'1 || 270 || Wasatch High School || 2023 </strong><br>Payan is outstanding when it comes to keeping quarterbacks clean in the pocket. He cuts off pass rushers with his feet and does a good job keeping them at bay with his first punch to slow their momentum. Payan does a good job keeping his hands inside and takes good steps in the run game. He's an elite communicator who works well with his fellow offensive linemen and coaches on in-game adjustments. Payan never stops his legs once he's locked on and can push defensive linemen well out of the play. He would be an excellent addition to any offensive line room in college.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='532641' first='Willy' last='Launoa'] || OL || 6'1 || 320 || Skyridge High School || 2023 </strong><br>Launoa was a physical force for the Falcons up front. You may not have heard his name called a lot, but that's because he was doing his job. Launoa was outstanding, facing off against some of the state's top defensive linemen. He's an impressive athlete who can reach linebackers at the next level. Launoa wins with technique where he displays exceptional footwork and hand placement. In addition, Launoa didn't skip leg day during the offseason, and it helped him be a key piece in one of the state's best offensive lines.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->