Week 9 Performers: Defensive Interiors
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The state of Utah has plenty of talent at the defensive line position that can contribute at the college level. Here are our top performers from week 9 with player summaries and highlights to watch that you have to put…
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Continue ReadingThe state of Utah has plenty of talent at the defensive line position that can contribute at the college level. Here are our top performers from week 9 with player summaries and highlights to watch that you have to put put on your radar.
Iakopo Malufau Iakopo Malufau 5'10" | 235 lbs | DL Skyridge | 2025 State UT : 5’11 || 225lbs || Skyridge HS || c/o 2025
Player Summary: This explosive junior shows burst and UOH to close in on QBs. Has the versatility to play anywhere along the defensive line.
Raymond Tongolei Raymond Tongolei 6'0" | 230 lbs | OL Kearns | 2024 State UT : 6’2 || 260lbs || Kearns HS || c/o 2024
Player Summary: This physical senior has size and athleticism to play in the trenches, has already received offers from Westminster and San Bernardino Valley.
Seth Shumway: 5’11 || 280lbs || Pine View HS || c/o 2024
Player Summary: Shumway is an under the radar prospect in southern Utah that shows strength at the POA and hand speed to recognize and shed blocks. His physical play has earned him a PWO from the University of Utah.
Zion Kongaika Zion Kongaika 5'10" | 280 lbs | DL Mountain View | 2024 State UT : 5’10 || 285lbs || Mountain View HS || c/o 2024
Player Summary: Kongaika is a big physical defender that is dominant in the run game. His game will allow him to play NG in either a 4-3 or 3-4 defense at the next level.
Orion Takau Siasau Orion Takau Siasau 5'11" | 275 lbs | DL American Fork | 2024 State UT : 5’11 || 287lbs || American Fork HS || c/o 2024
Player Summary: Siasau is a big physical player that shows stoutness and to clog the gaps in the interior. His size and movement should let him play along the interior in 3-4 defensive scheme at the next level.