Underrated Defenders from the 2024 Class
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Detrick Munford Detrick Munford 6'3" | 225 lbs | DL Amanda Elzy | 2024 State MS HEIGHT 6'3" POS DL CLASS 2024 Detrick Munford Detrick Munford 6'3" | 225 lbs | DL Amanda Elzy | 2024 State MS School: Elzy…
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Continue ReadingDetrick Munford Detrick Munford 6'3" | 225 lbs | DL Amanda Elzy | 2024 State MS
Detrick Munford Detrick Munford 6'3" | 225 lbs | DL Amanda Elzy | 2024 State MS
Detrick Munford Detrick Munford 6’3″ | 225 lbs | DL Amanda Elzy | 2024 State MS is a Edge prospect that has begin to see his recruitment take off here recently, and rightfully so. This long and athletic prospect bends well and has a quick initial step coming out of a stance or when standing. Detrick uses his impressive twitch along with his ability to effectively use his hands to make quick work of tackles that he matches up with. This kid is a matchup nightmare. Munford is also a smart defender that understands angles and how to efficiently pursue the ball carrier. I was most impressed with how violent Detrick’s hands are at the point of attack and how well he moves within confined spaces to make plays. More and more coaches are beginning to see exactly what I saw on tape. Detrick Munford Detrick Munford 6’3″ | 225 lbs | DL Amanda Elzy | 2024 State MS is a prospect with a high ceiling. I’m looking forward to seeing where his talents can land him recruitment wise.
Talan Carter Talan Carter 6’0″ | 275 lbs | DL Ocean Springs | 2024 State MS is a strong and explosive Defensive linemen out of Ocean Springs who’s stats didn’t tell the tale of how efficient he actually was last year. Talan checks off several of the boxes that must be filled to be a good interior defender. He plays with great leverage, he has quick first step/get-off, and he is violently physical at the point of attack. Carter is a prospect that understands his position and what it entails. As an enforcer, Talan often delivers ferocious tackles to bring ball-carriers down with ease. He uses his skill-set to make plays that are high in difficulty! Talan also has great knock-back ability that allows him to reset the line of scrimmage and move that 290 pound frame to make plays. Mr. Carter is one of many 2024 prospects that I see having a huge year, but I can see this kids production doubling if he continues on the track that he’s on!
Brewer Bailey Brewer Bailey 5’11” | 175 lbs | DB Tupelo Christian Prep | 2024 State MS impressed me on his tape with his ability to run and tackle, at an extremely high rate! Brewer is a 4 Sport athlete who is State Champion in Track, and it shows on the field. This kid just seems to be moving at a different speed than everyone else, almost as if the game moves in slow motion for him. He is a fearless tackler that is always on the attack as a defender. Brewer has exceptional anticipatory and reactionary skills that make him a sure tackler. Bailey can play and hold his own on all three levels of the defense. He is most effective when use in run support or off of the edge as an extra defender. Brewer Bailey Brewer Bailey 5’11” | 175 lbs | DB Tupelo Christian Prep | 2024 State MS looks comfortable hunting down the football, but he is no slouch on the Offensive side of the ball either. He also plays Quarterback and accounted for 14 TDs last season. There will be programs knocking on his door soon, trust me!
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Jermell Chaney Jermell Chaney 6’2″ | 230 lbs | LB Collins | 2024 State MS is a stalking Linebacker out of the 2024 class with great size and abilities. Jermell brings a presence physically that you love to see out of defensive prospects. He flies to the football with a passion to stifle defenders. Chaney has a motor that is apparent from observing his tape. Though his tackling style is unorthodox at times, it works for him. Jermell is a true run defender at heart that oozes anticipatory instincts. He often reads offensive fronts in such a hurry that he meets opposing running backs in the whole. The combination of these attributes makes Jermell Chaney Jermell Chaney 6’2″ | 230 lbs | LB Collins | 2024 State MS a master at wreaking havoc on blitzes. Here recently he has received a few offers. As interest around this kid swells, look for this underrated prospects name to become one of remembrance.
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Nathaniel Walker Nathaniel Walker 6’0″ | 200 lbs | LB Amory | 2024 State MS is a promising defensive prospect out of Amory, he stands at 6’0 and weighs in at roughly 200 pounds. The 2024 prospect makes quick and decisive reads from his Linebacker position to help him make plays on a consistent basis. Nathaniel’s is a natural defender that uses his quick twitch, athleticism, and controlled aggression to perfection. He sheds blockers with ease and is effective when sent on blitzes. Walker is a natural runner that can move through the traffic within the trenches with ease. His 4.5 40 speed shows itself to be true on the field. Nathaniel often flies from sideline to sideline to show off his abilities as a sure-tackler. Here recently Nathaniel has began to receive interest, offers, and recognition from programs for his talents. In my estimation, after this Spring his recruitment will ramp up even more!