2025 QB Nightmares

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This class of DL's in the state of Alabama caught my attention. I made it my duty to check them out. I can't wait to see the ones I haven't witnessed firsthand, in person. Let's take a quick view at who this class has to offer at DL.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='577282' first='Braylen' last='Roberts'] - DE - Meek HS / @braylenroberts2</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Roberts has great length that gives him good reach both when he is still attached to blocks and in pursuit. Shows some flashes as a pass rusher who still needs some development to do with his moves. Occasionally will display a good rip and dip of the shoulder to get around the outside shoulder. Worked well on stunts to the inside. Eventually can kick into gear to have good speed in pursuit. Flashes good hand use as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='216875' first='Zion' last='Grady'] - DE - Charles Henderson HS / @GradyZion</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='216875' first='Zion' last='Grady'] will be an immediate impact player once he step font into an university, the Alabama native demonstrates quick, first step-explosion, along with great strength and versatility. Grady has been utilized on the outside to set the edge and has kicked inside when needed, showcasing multiple ways how he can be implemented at the next level. Grady is capable of winning at the collegiate level on pure talent alone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='216858' first='Jourdin' last='Crawford'] - DT - Parker HS / @Jourdin07</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The first step quickness and explosion Crawford possesses from the inside is excellent. He has the natural ability to get after the quarterback from the 3-tech spot. His ability to convert speed to power is elite and he has violent hands to disrupt offensive guards. Crawford already has a solid pass rush repertoire from the inside and outside. He is a very explosive linear athlete, who is just scratching the surface of what he can become as a pass rusher. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Tyshaun Jacobs - NG - Linden HS / @JacobsTyshaun</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Alabama native boasts a thick, long frame and notable lower and upper body strength. He flashes the ability to use his length well, sometimes leading with his hands to initiate contact. Further, he is an explosive linear and lateral mover with a good first step to penetrate or get into opponents' frames early. He displays strong hands to throw around or otherwise disengage from linemen. Jacobs is completely capable of winning leverage and driving opponents back at contact consistently. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Luke Reinert - DE - Elmore County HS / @LukeReinert11</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As a pass rusher, Reinert exhibits a quick first step and some real speed-to-power when his pad level is correct. He has notable length and can bull rush linemen when he plays at extension. Further, he displays exciting bend to get below a blocker's reach and flatten to the quarterback. If linemen overset, he has the change of direction ability to work inside. Once engaged, Reinert practices respectable leg drive to work through contact - especially when he plays with a low pad level. He can mix his bend and his strength to flatten through half-man cleanly. Reinert's suddenness and agility allow him to win with counters. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->