Scouting Report: Offensive/Defensive Line Prospects to Watch
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Here are a list of Prospects who will be lining up in the trenches this upcoming season. Leon Crutcher Leon Crutcher 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL West | 2024 State UT : OL || 6’2 || 275lbs || West…
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Leon Crutcher Leon Crutcher 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL West | 2024 State UT : OL || 6’2 || 275lbs || West HS || c/o 2024
Player Profile: Crutcher comes from a two parent home and has played football for eleven years. Enjoys learning in his Language Arts class and loves to go Fishing, Golfing and play Video Games. A good student athlete that wants to pursue a career in Physical Therapy and Exercise Science.
Athletic Profile: Quick feet, movement, and flexibility
Skill Set/Fit: Crutcher is a tough physical player that plays the Tackle position for the Panthers and has the versatility to play along the offensive line. As a run blocker, he shows explosion off the ball with strength, leg drive and brings his feet to drive defenders off the LOS. Shows in line blocking with the ability to trap, make contact and follow through. Sets base, gives initial contact and sustains feet in pass protection. Overall, Crutcher has the size and movement to play in a Spread Option or Pro Style Offense.
Achievements: None
Recruiting: Has no offers, would like to play for any school that will give him a chance
Mason Kasitati Mason Kasitati 6'0" | 265 lbs | DL Granger | 2025 UT : DL || 6’0 || 240lbs || Granger HS || c/o 2025
Player Profile: Kasitati comes from a two parent home and has played football for ten years. Enjoys being in his P.E class and loves to play all sports during his free time. A good student athlete that looks up to NFL All Pro Aaron Donald of the LA Rams and is undecided on what career he wants to pursue.
Athletic Profile: Quick feet, movement, and flexibility
Skill Set/Fit: Kasitati plays the Defensive End position in the Lancer’s three man front with the versatility to play along the defensive line. Shows that he has bend in his stance. Against the run, he shows strength at the POA to control single blocks, recognition to recognize the play and shed blocks to get after the ball carrier. As a pass rusher, he shows burst to get upfield, shed, and accelerate to the QB. A sure tackler that can stop ball carriers at the LOS. Overall, Kasitati has the size and movement to play along the interior in a 4-3 scheme.
Achievements: Honor Roll Student 3.90 GPA and 1st team All Region
Recruiting: Has no offers, would like to attend a Division 1 Program like the University of Utah.
Benson Kofe: DL,OL || 6’0 || 290lbs || Granger HS || c/o 2024
Player Profile: Kofe come from a two parent home and has played football since he was eight years old. Enjoys learning in his Science class and loves to spend family time. A good student athlete that looks up to his “Big Bro” Weylin Lapuaho, who plays football at Utah State and wants to pursue a career in Science Engineering.
Athletic Profile: Play quickness, movement and flexibility
Skill Set/Fit: Kofe is an athletic player that plays the plays the Defensive Tackle and has the versatility to play along the interior. Shows bend and burst in his stance. Against the run, he shows strength at the POA to control single blocks and shed to make the tackle. As a pass rusher, he shows burst to get upfield and accelerate to the QB. A sure tackler that can stop ball carriers at the LOS. Overall, Kofe has the size and movement to play along the interior in a 4-3 or 3-4 defensive scheme.
Achievements: 2021 2nd team All Region, 2022 1st team All Region
Recruiting: Has been in talks with FCS Programs like Idaho State and Weber State
Paxton Naegele: OL || 6’5 || 230lbs || Corner Canyon HS || c/o 2025
Player Profile: Naegele comes from a two parent home and has played football for ten years. Enjoys being in his P.E class and loves the game of Football. A good student athlete that looks up to his Mother as his role model and wants to pursue a Law Degree.
Athletic Profile: Quick feet, play quickness, movement, balance and flexibility
Skill Set/Fit: Naegele is an athletic player that plays the Guard position in the Chargers with the versatility to play along the offensive line. As a run blocker, he shows explosion with leg drive, strength, rolls hip and brings his feet to drive defenders off the LOS. Has in line blocking ability to trap, make contact, and make adjustment on the run. Sets base, gives initial contact and sustains feet and balance in pass protection. Overall, Naegele has the size and movement to play in a Spread Option or Pro Style Offense.
Achievements: 2nd team All Region and Honor Roll Student 3.85 GPA
Recruiting: Has received an offer from Washington State