2025 Defensive Line Prospects to Watch in 2024

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the state championships in the Natural State having come to a close, we are going to shift to looking at players that have the potential for a big 2024 season. The class of 2025 has the potential to be a strong one in the state of Arkansas. In this article, we are going to highlight some prospects on the defensive line to watch out for next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='221259' first='Cash' last='Archer']-Greenwood-Defensive End/Linebacker-6'2” 205-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='221259' first='Cash' last='Archer'] is one of the most versatile prospects on the defensive side in the state of Arkansas. Archer uses his speed well to defeat blocks and get into the opposing offensive backfield. The Greenwood defensive lineman is a prospect that can disrupt both the run and the passing attacks. Archer was one of the state leaders in sacks during the 2023 season and I look for that trend to continue into the 2024 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='221307' first='Danny' last='Johnson']-Pine Bluff-Defensive Tackle-6'0” 270-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2025 has numerous prospects that shift from the tackle to the edge rush positions and not lose effectiveness. [player_tooltip player_id='221307' first='Danny' last='Johnson'] uses his power well to get into the opposing offensive backfield. He has the ability to stuff the run and drive the opposing offensive lineman backward. Johnson is a prospect that can pressure the quarterback as well. The Pine Bluff defensive lineman is a prospect to watch out for in the 2024 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='221270' first='Nykkisson' last='Wimberly']-Arkadelphia-Defensive Tackle-6'1” 255-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nykkisson Wimbelry is an athletic prospect on the defensive line that has the talent to play multiple positions. The Arkadelphia defensive lineman can disrupt the passing as well as the rushing attack. He uses his mix of power and speed well to get into the opposing offensive backfield. Wimberly is a defensive lineman that has the potential to have a big season in 2024. He is a defensive lineman to watch out for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1114239' first='Miquan' last='Traylor']-Texarkana-Defensive end-6'1” 215-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Arkansas High prospect comes off of the edge quickly. Traylor uses his speed extremely well to get into the opposing offensive backfield. Traylor has the ability to disrupt both the running and passing attacks of the opponent. He is a prospect that can get off of blocks quickly and get to the quarterback. Traylor is a defensive lineman to watch out for during the 2024 football season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1116898' first='Everett' last='Thomas']-Valley View-Defensive Tackle-6'2” 260-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1116898' first='Everett' last='Thomas'] is another impressive defensive prospect from Valley View. Thomas has the quickness to play both the tackle as well as the edge rush positions. The Valley View defensive lineman is impressive at getting into the offensive backfield and stopping the run. He is strong enough to force the opposing offensive lineman into the backfield. He has the potential to be a prospect to watch out for next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->