2025 Lone Star Defensive Linemen to Watch in 2024

Tom Tabler January 1, 2024 @ 04:49 PM

We have entered a new year, and we would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! In this article, the 2025 defensive line position grouping begins to take center stage. The edge and tackle positions will be the focus of the article this afternoon. Texas is loaded with talented players, and this is a group to pay attention to over the next few months.   [player_tooltip player_id='281657' first='Lance' last='Jackson']-Defensive End-Pleasant Grove-6'5” 240-Pounds   The Pleasant Grove edge rusher is an incredibly versatile prospect. He can play on both sides of the ball and does so effectively. From the edge position, Jackson does a great job of using his quickness to get into the opposing offensive backfield. Jackson is impressive at redirecting and pursuing the ball carrier. Jackson is a prospect that is attracting attention from powerhouse programs and is a player to watch out for on the defensive line next season.   [player_tooltip player_id='908918' first='Daniel' last='Turner']-Defensive End-Highland Park-6'2” 235-Pounds   [player_tooltip player_id='908918' first='Daniel' last='Turner'] is a prospect that does a great job of timing the snap count and using his quickness to get into the offensive backfield. Turner is strong enough to drive the opposing offensive lineman backward. He is a defensive lineman that pursues the ball carrier well and has the speed to bring down running back. Turner is a prospect to watch out for next season with Highland Park.   [player_tooltip player_id='281574' first='Caleb' last='Dickey']-Defensive End-Crockett-6'1” 215-Pounds   The Crockett athlete is a force on both sides of the ball. Dickey has excellent speed and explodes out of the stance and gets into the backfield. Dickey has the talent to beat blockers coming off the edge on a regular basis. He is a consistent tackler and does not miss tackles often. Dickey has good instincts and will get his hands up to alter the pass if he cannot get to the quarterback. He is a prospect to watch out for this season.   [player_tooltip player_id='912868' first='Zion' last='Williams']-Defensive Tackle-Lufkin-6'4” 300-Pounds   The Lufkin defensive tackle can be overwhelming on the defensive line at times. Williams uses his power well to drive the blocker back into the ball carrier. Pursues the ball carrier well and has an extra burst need to bring down the running back. Williams can disrupt both the running and the passing attack of the opponent. He is a defensive tackle to watch out for next season. Williams has the potential to play on Saturdays in the future.   [player_tooltip player_id='322314' first='Darryn' last='Harris']-Defensive End-Shadow Creek-6'4” 210-Pounds   [player_tooltip player_id='322314' first='Darryn' last='Harris'] is another edge rusher that makes great use of his quickness. Fires out of the stance well and does a good job of attacking the offensive backfield. Does an impressive job in pursuit of the ball carrier. Harris rarely misses the tackle and always seems to be around the ball carrier. Harris is a prospect with the potential to have a big season next season.

We have entered a new year, and we would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! In this article, the 2025 defensive line position grouping begins to take center stage. The edge and tackle positions will be the focus of the article this afternoon. Texas is loaded with talented players, and this is a group to pay attention to over the next few months.