2024 Lone Star Offensive Line Prospects to Watch in 2023

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As with most of the most positions on the football field, the state of Texas is loaded with talented prospects on the offensive line. At the college and professional level, teams tend to build around the offensive and defensive lines. In this article, we are going to look at some prospects from the 2024 class to watch out for on the offensive line this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='419126' first='Ashton' last='Funk']-Offensive Tackle-Katy Tompkins-6'7-300-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last season, [player_tooltip player_id='419126' first='Ashton' last='Funk'] earned all-state honors and a repeat performance is not out of the question. Funk explodes out of the stance and gets into the opposing pass rusher quickly. He has impressive foot speed and does not have a problem with pass protection. Funk uses his mix of power and speed well. From a run blocking perspective, he does a solid job of helping to clear rushing lanes for his running backs. The Texas A&amp;M commit is a prospect to keep an eye on this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11754787/63718b224205d60774203a61">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11754787/63718b224205d60774203a61</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='626913' first='Weston' last='Davis']-Offensive Tackle-Beaumont United-6'6-250-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='626913' first='Weston' last='Davis'] is an extremely quick prospect on the offensive line for Beaumont United. Davis has the flexibility needed to pass protect as well as get out in front on rushing plays. He is an offensive lineman that finishes his blocks in impressive fashion. Davis looks to block at the second level and plays with a mean streak. He does a good job of keeping his quarterback off of the ground. He is an offensive line prospect to watch out for this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16377833/640c1c46e97bb60ae8b453c0">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16377833/640c1c46e97bb60ae8b453c0</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='627032' first='Ory' last='Williams']-Offensive Tackle-San Marcos-6'8” 320-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The San Marcos offensive is a versatile player. However, he has the size and ability to play either of the tackle positions at the next level. Williams has the strength to punish opposing pass rushers. It is difficult for opposing pass rushers to match power with Williams. Meanwhile, he is quick enough to get out in front of the backs on screens and outside rushes. Williams is an offensive lineman that college coaches should watch out for this upcoming season. He has the potential to have a breakout season for San Marcos.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16735338/636101494df60c16a4867b17">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16735338/636101494df60c16a4867b17</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Devron Williams Jr.-Guard-Aledo-6'4” 290-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams Jr. is an extremely powerful offensive lineman that is perfect for punishing opposing defensive linemen. He does an impressive job on run blocks and does a great job of clearing a rushing lane. The Aledo guard is always looking to block at the second level. He is the type of offensive lineman that is capable of playing multiple positions. He has the potential to have an impressive 2023 season and is a prospect to watch out for on Friday nights.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15170583/630eb9a8688e76051c62355b">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15170583/630eb9a8688e76051c62355b</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='627266' first='Casey' last='Poe']-Guard-Lindale-6'5” 290-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One position grouping that the Alabama coaching staff does a great job of recruiting are the offensive line positions. Lindale guard [player_tooltip player_id='627266' first='Casey' last='Poe'] is an Alabama type of offensive lineman. Poe is a dynamic athlete on the interior offensive line. He is a powerful blocker when it comes to clearing a rushing lane. Poe is explosive on the offensive line, and he gets into opposing defensive linemen quickly. He is a prospect to watch out for on Friday nights and has the potential to have another great season this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13545519/638782a81761c70fc8160ec1">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13545519/638782a81761c70fc8160ec1</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->