Conroe Tiger 2023 Defensive Season Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2023-24 Conroe Tiger defense in District 13-6A is under new management with new aggressive defensive coordinator Patrick Resby. Coach Resby was brought into the Tiger stable by head man Cedric Hardeman to be a defensive "Mad Hatter" if you will. His unique style blends aggressive disguises with speedy analysis based off of chatty personnel. Communication is at an all-time high on the dark side of the ball in Conroe and many are sensing a shift in intentions and discipline out of a senior heavy mob. Defense by IQ and an unapologetic committee is the new "Tiger Pride" under the A.C.T.S banner. Let's take a look at who some of the impact players are shall we?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977106,"width":280,"height":343,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-40.png?w=834" alt="" class="wp-image-977106" style="width:280px;height:343px" width="280" height="343"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='413739' first='Devondre' last='McGee'] I 2024 I CB I 6'1 180 I TCU</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Returning 6'1 180 cornerback senior and TCU commit is primed for an outstanding final tour of Texas Friday night lights in District 13-6A. With length and official speed clocked at 10.8 FAT laser in the 100 meters; [player_tooltip player_id='413739' first='Devondre' last='McGee'] is a specimen on the edges of the secondary. Look for the TCU commit to show why he is so highly touted within the collegiate ranks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977135,"width":279,"height":275,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-45.png" alt="" class="wp-image-977135" style="width:279px;height:275px" width="279" height="275"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.maxpreps.com/tx/conroe/conroe-tigers/athletes/jadyn-ramos/?careerid=169pe25fjk811">[player_tooltip player_id='1421034' first='Jadyn' last='Ramos']</a> I 2025 I EDGE I 6' 5" 230 l SLEEPER</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jayden Ramos has been a shocking surprise on the defensive front for the Tigers early on. Standing at 6'5 and weighing in at 230, Ramos has been a consummate nightmare for offensive tackles beginning in the offseason and carrying over through week one of the 23-24 season. Ramos has a high motor and IQ for the edge position and thrives at continuously assessing play development while moving at top speed. This kid only has one gear and that's all out! I expect his name to start booming before the season is complete. With that size, length, and motor how could it not? </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977107,"width":281,"height":211,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-41.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-977107" style="width:281px;height:211px" width="281" height="211"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ty Turner I 2024 I EDGE I 6'2.5 240 I SLEEPER</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ty Turner is a swing edge for the Tigers who is a load whether it be with finesse or power moves. Turner is a powerfully built defender who excels with a fast twitch get off and is never always bringing violent hands to the party. In week one against Katy Paetow, Turner lived in the backfield and showed off his athleticism and speed by taking a scoop and score 65 yards for a touchdown. Turner is without question a next level talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977108,"width":281,"height":407,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-42.png?w=706" alt="" class="wp-image-977108" style="width:281px;height:407px" width="281" height="407"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='413193' first='Tice' last='Williams'] I 2024 I FS/ATH I 6'2.5 190 I BOISE STATE</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='413193' first='Tice' last='Williams'] is a converted wide receiver who has already picked up where he left off last year by posting 8 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 pass breakup in the week one battle against foe Katy Paetow. Williams has declared war on every opposition from the safety position. He possesses exceptional size, length, range, hitting power, coverage and ball skills, along with a tremendous IQ for play assessment. He has become the quarterback of the Tiger secondary and an extension of new defensive coordinator Patrick Resby personality. When asked if he would consider himself a dog, the Boise State commit replied, "Dogs can be tamed; I'm a wolf!"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977109,"width":282,"height":212,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-43.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-977109" style="width:282px;height:212px" width="282" height="212"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gary Lewis I 2024 I EDGE I 6'3 220 I SLEEPER</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gary Lewis made his return to the gridiron for his senior year to bolster an already stacked Tiger defensive front. Lewis is a big body who has starred as the number one option on the varsity basketball team for the past two season. He's taken that basketball agility and transferred it to the turf. Nimble and quick with his initial burst, Lewis has shown a knack for getting into the passing lanes and batting down balls. He comes with an arsenal of rush moves but presents as more of a speed finesse type of edge. The two-sport athlete is reminding people that he is not a one trick pony; to the contrary, he is a flat-out athlete.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977110,"width":283,"height":290,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-44.png" alt="" class="wp-image-977110" style="width:283px;height:290px" width="283" height="290"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mathew Westmorland I EDGE/DT I 6'2 250 I OFFERED</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mathew Westmorland is a ball of muscle in the middle of the Tiger 4-man front. A relentless bull of defensive lineman, Westmorland at times appears unblockable on his pass rush or can be found blowing up gaps and redirecting running backs to his partners in crime for the big hit. He started off the season with several tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble resulting in a touchdown against Katy Paetow. This kid is special and can play any position up and down the line. Definitely next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977139,"width":282,"height":310,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/svb9qbtz.png?w=930" alt="" class="wp-image-977139" style="width:282px;height:310px" width="282" height="310"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='413199' first='Mitch' last='Melton'] I 2024 I MLB I 6'2 220 I SHSU</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='413199' first='Mitch' last='Melton'] (Sam Houston State) is a converted tight end with quick feet and high IQ. Melton is always a threat to pick the ball off in pass coverage due to his hand eye coordination he gained from years of playing tight end. Melton hits with his whole body when tackling. It's not rare to see a helmet or two come off when he's in proximity. He along with converted safety (Tate Trantham) to linebacker are the meat of the Tiger defense and will be relied upon heavily to be the mainstays of identity, physicality, IQ, and most of all discipline in 2023...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Additional Defensive Difference Makers</span></strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977467,"width":281,"height":260,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-49.png" alt="" class="wp-image-977467" style="width:281px;height:260px" width="281" height="260"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='628157' first='Isaiah' last='Pruitt'] I 2024 I CB I 5'11 180 I <span style="text-decoration: underline">OFFERED</span></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Skillset: 10.75 100m, Closing Speed, Leverage, Overall Athleticism, Understands Phase Accountability, Converted Running Back...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977465,"width":282,"height":285,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-48.png" alt="" class="wp-image-977465" style="width:282px;height:285px" width="282" height="285"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Conrad Levy I 2024 I SAFETY I 5'10 160 I <span style="text-decoration: underline">OFFERED</span></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Skillset: Technician, IQ, Fluid hips, Hitting Power, Closing Speed...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977464,"width":282,"height":215,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-47.png" alt="" class="wp-image-977464" style="width:282px;height:215px" width="282" height="215"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Tate Tranthum I 2024 I WLB I 6'2 195 I <span style="text-decoration: underline">TRENDING</span></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Skillset: Coverage Linebacker, Big Play Potential, Speed, Sure Tackler...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977468,"width":280,"height":182,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-50.png" alt="" class="wp-image-977468" style="width:280px;height:182px" width="280" height="182"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='625953' first='Marc' last='Jones'] Jr. I 2025 I DB I 6'0 173 I TRENDING</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Skillset: Speed, Leverage, Physicality, Intentional Tackler, Plays with Fire...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":977462,"width":277,"height":430,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/image-46.png" alt="" class="wp-image-977462" style="width:277px;height:430px" width="277" height="430"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Ramon Lara I 2025 I DT I 5'10 260 I BREAKOUT CANDIDATE</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Skillset: Low Center of Gravity, Leverage, Ability to Bend, Motor, Get Off, Lower Body Strength...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->