4 Rising Offensive Linemen To Know In The 2024 Rankings Update

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Sam Erman June 21, 2023 @ 11:20 AM

<p>We've got 4 top 100 players in the class today we're looking at, specifically offensive linemen and what they've done up to this point to earn such a high rank.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='685010' first='Joshua' last='Thoman'] - Brownsburg - T - 6'5" 300lbs</h2>   <p>Thoman is a phenomenal recruit who is only just reaching the surface of his potential. His length is real, his strength matches that frame advantage, and he's fairly nimble and good on his feet. He's able to come downhill easily in the running game as well as set up properly in the passing game. He's also got the ability to get out and be a lead blocker in the screen game. Someone who checks every box, and someone you can see why schools are lining up for the 2-star recruit, even after his commitment announcement to Western Michigan. Bigger schools may come prying for Thoman, and I can't say I blame them.</p>   <p>Twitter: <strong>@JoshuaThoman_</strong></p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='361830' first='Wyatt' last='Boals'] - Northridge - G/T/DT - 6'4" 275lbs</h2>   <p>Boals remains one of the best-improving players in the state. With the ability to play inside or outside, offense and defense, he's really open on which way he could go. He dominated a camp earlier this summer and looks even better in person than you'd think. He's got the length to be a good tackle, yet the raw power to dominate inside. Boals has recently begun to pick up some steam in his recruitment and for good reason. He checks all the boxes, has a violent factor to his game, and works as hard as anyone. Whoever goes after and lands Boals, is going to be one happy and smart-looking coaching staff.</p>   <p>Twitter: <strong>@BoalsWyatt</strong></p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='541748' first='Harrison' last='Stofer'] - Warsaw - T - 6'2" 255lbs</h2>   <p>Stofer is tucked away up in Warsaw hidden as one of the state's most consistent and ruthless linemen. His dedication to the weight room and ability to stack plates is impressive. A bench of 345 lbs, a squat of 545 lbs, and 635 lbs deadlift all translate to the field. He's not the guy you want latching onto you as a defender otherwise it's going to be a painful rep. In terms of mechanics and playing under control, Stofer can get a bit loose. But, it's because he's just that quick and violent off the line. Once he gets cleaned up, he could dominate at the next level. He's already got the strength to play there, and he's not done getting stronger. His performance last year landed him on the IFCA All-State team as well. Stofer is a great target for any school that wants the benefits he brings to the table.</p>   <p>Twitter: <strong>@HarrisonStofer</strong></p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='541747' first='Jeffrey' last='Meschede'] - Crown Point - G - 5'10" 260lbs</h2>   <p>Meschede is coming off his most complete season yet, which named him as a selection to the 6-A IFCA All-State team. He's as steady of a contributor and player as you could ask for upfront, especially at the High School level. He's where he needs to be when he needs to be there, he's disciplined and has good hand placement. Not the biggest lineman, but it gives him advantages in other areas. He's quicker and more agile than people think, and still incredibly strong. Meschede is set to lead the Crown Point line again this year and see how far they can go. With him as their anchor, they have to feel pretty good about heading into the season having his veteran experience.</p>   <p>Twitter: <strong>@MeschedeJeffrey</strong></p>

We've got 4 top 100 players in the class today we're looking at, specifically offensive linemen and what they've done up to this point to earn such a high rank.