2025 Defensive Line Prospects to Watch in 2024
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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…
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Continue ReadingWith 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.
Cash Archer Cash Archer 6'2" | 225 lbs | LB Greenwood | 2025 State AR -Greenwood-Defensive End/Linebacker-6’2” 205-Pounds
Cash Archer Cash Archer 6'2" | 225 lbs | LB Greenwood | 2025 State AR 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.
Danny Johnson Danny Johnson 6'1" | 280 lbs | DL Pine Bluff | 2025 State AR -Pine Bluff-Defensive Tackle-6’0” 270-Pounds
The class of 2025 has numerous prospects that shift from the tackle to the edge rush positions and not lose effectiveness. Danny Johnson Danny Johnson 6'1" | 280 lbs | DL Pine Bluff | 2025 State AR 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.
Nykkisson Wimberly Nykkisson Wimberly 6'1" | 255 lbs | DL Arkadelphia | 2025 State AR -Arkadelphia-Defensive Tackle-6’1” 255-Pounds
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.
Miquan Traylor Miquan Traylor 6'1" | 215 lbs | DL Arkansas | 2025 State AR -Texarkana-Defensive end-6’1” 215-Pounds
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.
Everett Thomas Everett Thomas 6'2" | 260 lbs | DL Valley View | 2025 State AR -Valley View-Defensive Tackle-6’2” 260-Pounds
Everett Thomas Everett Thomas 6'2" | 260 lbs | DL Valley View | 2025 State AR 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.