Five Excellent 2024 Linebackers
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Continue ReadingUse code Bey25 in the coupon code area to receive 25% off your subscription. With 12 LB in the class of 2024 rankings, it is easy to see that there is a lot of talent at the position. Here are 5 very talented LB to keep an eye on in 2023.
In 2022, Sean helped the Granville Blue Aces to a 9-win season, held opposing offenses to 15.6 points per game and advance to the 2nd round of the playoffs. He plays as a MLB. Against the run, he quickly reads run/pass, displays good instincts as he takes the correct angle in pursuit and plays at a good pad level before making the tackle preventing a gain of significant yardage. Against the pass, he uses his good range as he pursues the scrambling QB. He displays good closing speed before pressuring the QB to pass the ball early.
In 2022, Max helped the St. Francis De Sales Stallions to a 7-win season, held opposing offenses to 14.25 points per game and advance to the 2nd round of the playoffs. He plays as an ILB. Against the run, he shows excellent play strength and physical toughness as he quickly sheds the block from the OL. He quickly locates the ball carrier and shows good explosiveness as he makes the tackle near the LOS. Against the pass, he does a good job of reading the QB, locates the ball and puts himself in place to make a play on the ball. He shows good hands as he comes down with the interception.
In 2022, Caden helped the Hilliard Davidson Wildcats hold opposing offenses to 17.33 points per game and advance to the 2nd round of the playoffs. He plays as a MLB. Against the run, he quickly key and diagnoses the run. Accelerates quickly through the gap and uses his very good explosiveness as he makes the tackle. Against the pass, he effectively patrols his zone with his good athleticism as he reads the QB. He exhibits great closing speed before showing great form as he delivers a big hit to the receiver as he makes the tackle preventing a potential first down.
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In 2022, Tofa helped the Milford Eagles to a 9-win season and advance to the 2nd round of the playoffs. He plays as an OLB. Against the pass, he is quick off the ball and displays very good play speed and range with a quality motor in pursuit before finishing up with a sack. Against the run, he uses his very good play strength and use of hands before shedding the block from the OT. He effectively locates the RB and uses his play strength to make the tackle behind the LOS for a TFL.
In 2022, Alex’s great play was a bright spot in the 4-7 season of the Olentangy Orange Pioneers. He plays as a MLB. Against the run, he uses his good athleticism to quickly penetrate the A gap. He squares his shoulders before making a good form tackle near the LOS. Against the pass, he quickly drops back into coverage while reading the QB. He uses his good closing speed in pursuit before using his good play strength to make the tackle preventing a big gain.