2024 Rankings Update- Our Top 5 DL!
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We’ve been checking out the recent updates in our 2024 Rankings, but this time we’re taking a look at our Top 5 DL! Jordan Ross AL #3 DL #1 HEIGHT 6'5" WEIGHT 215 POS DL CLASS 2024 View Profile Jordan…
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Continue ReadingWe’ve been checking out the recent updates in our 2024 Rankings, but this time we’re taking a look at our Top 5 DL!
Jordan Ross Jordan Ross 6’5″ | 215 lbs | DL Vestavia Hills | 2024 State AL has been terrific during his time at Vestavia Hills, developing into one of the top DL prospects in the nation over the last few seasons. Standing at 6’5 215 pounds, Ross is a destructive force as an EDGE/DL hybrid- his explosive burst off the line of scrimmage is a nightmare for offensive linemen to deal with and he disrupts plays before they can even develop on a consistent basis. Ross has a ton of athleticism- his exceptional speed allows him to chase down ball carriers from sideline to sideline to make plays, and he also has the ability to make plays in the backfield. Ross has a great motor, he is found consistently making tackles for loss, generating pressure, and sacking the quarterback all throughout the game. Ross has offers from nearly everyone in the nation- listing offers from Alabama, LSU, Georgia and more!
Jeremiah Beaman Jeremiah Beaman 6’4″ | 265 lbs | DL Parker | 2024 State AL is an explosive defensive end that has been unreal for Parker in the trenches. Beaman possesses an impressive set of skills that make him a versatile and impactful player all over the field, whether he’s on offense or defense. Beaman’s pass-rushing skills are incredibly impressive, he has a wide range of moves that allow him to consistently pressure and disrupt opposing quarterbacks and make plays. In addition to that, Beaman’s terrific hand usage combined with his strength, speed, and power, allows him to overpower offensive linemen and get into the backfield with incredible ease: allowing him to stop the run, intercept passes, and even line up on offense to occasionally make receptions! Recently, Beaman committed to Alabama- giving them an incredibly talented prospect in their 2024 class!
Kavion Henderson Kavion Henderson 6’3″ | 210 lbs | DL Leeds | 2024 State AL has been absolutely destructive for Leeds since he was a freshman and is set up for a huge senior season this fall. Henderson, standing at 6’3 210 has a terrific size and possesses a ton of different skills that allow him to be a disruptive force on the field. Henderson has an explosive first step that allows him to quickly penetrate the offensive line, putting pressure on quarterbacks and disrupting plays in the backfield on a routine basis. Henderson also has the ability to pursue after the ball carrier seemingly each play he’s on the field- showing off his relentless motor and effort. Henderson has steadily progressed as a prospect each year he’s been at Leeds- keep an eye on him this fall- he’s going to make some big time plays. Last winter, Henderson committed to Arkansas!
Aquavian Sullivan Aquavian Sullivan 6’3″ | 210 lbs | DL Greensboro | 2024 State AL , a highly talented defensive end, brings a powerful combination of physicality, athleticism, and instincts to the field. Sullivan’s aggressive style of play make him a force to be reckoned with against opposing offenses. Sullivan’s plays with a ton of physicality and can easily overpower offensive linemen and deliver impactful hits to the running back and quarterback- he makes sure his presence is felt on every snap. In addition to that, Henderson has some impressive athleticism that allows him to excel in pursuit, he chases down ball carriers and disrupts plays from the backside, while also having some sharp instincts that allow him to read and react quickly putting him in position to make game-changing plays such as sacks, tackles for loss, and forced fumbles. Sullivan is a talented player, and is a player to watch this fall!
Sterling Dixon Sterling Dixon 6’2″ | 190 lbs | DL Mobile Christian | 2024 State AL is an explosive defensive end that had an absolutely ridiculous junior season last fall for Mobile Christian. Last fall, Dixon had a ridiculously productive year- posting up 172 total tackles (132 solo, 39 for loss) with 18 sacks and a fumble recovery as well. Dixon has an extremely well-rounded skill set that allows him to make a significant impact on both the pass and run game- his ability to wrap up and make tackles everywhere around the field while also being a threat you have to account for in the backfield each snap makes him an absolute nightmare to deal with. Dixon has exceptional strength and can shed blocks with incredible ease, affecting the passing game by collapsing the pocket and forcing hurried throws while also having the ability to set the edge and make tackles in the backfield against the run as well. Dixon is a terrific player, and committed to Alabama last fall!