#TN2026 Defensive Lineman Ready to Breakout
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The offseason is fully underway and after a great 2023 season there is plenty to look forward to in 2024. Talent is stacked across the 2026 class and a lot of players will really get to showcase their skills in…
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Continue ReadingThe offseason is fully underway and after a great 2023 season there is plenty to look forward to in 2024. Talent is stacked across the 2026 class and a lot of players will really get to showcase their skills in the upcoming season. After watching the film, here are 4 DL that are ready to breakout.
Kyrin Coleman Kyrin Coleman 6’2″ | 230 lbs | DL Pope John Paul II | 2026 TN is a super talented player for Pope John Paul II High School that played a ton at off ball linebacker this season. He possesses the skill set and athletic ability to play along the DL and at linebacker. His instincts stand out right away with great recognition and burst to shoot into the backfield. Coleman is physical at the point of attack with good leverage to take on bigger blockers and hold his ground.
J.R. Fowler J.R. Fowler 6’1″ | 235 lbs | DL Knoxville Catholic | 2026 TN dominated both sides of the trenches with physical play for Knoxville Catholic High School. He shows good instincts vs the run with quality gap discipline and processing of pulling offensive lineman. High effort and motor player, Fowler shows some good play in pursuit when working laterally. Overall, he will physically overpower players with his strength and leverage.
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Jaden Hudgins-Key Jaden Hudgins-Key 6’2″ McCallie | 2026 TN is a game disruptor in the interior defensive line for McCallie High School. Good first step, he flies off the ball while maintain good pad level to win with speed or power depending on situation. Good ability to work though the trash, he shows quality instincts vs the run. His motor runs hot with great athletic ability to chase after the ball carrier and the QB.
Jack Smith Jack Smith 6’1″ | 290 lbs | DL South Gibson | 2026 TN is a big physical force up front on the defensive line for South Gibson High School. Good hand usage at the point of attack, he is strong to stack and shed vs the run. Good swim move when pass rushing, Smith shows a good understanding of how to beat offensive lineman. He possesses quality recognition skills of run concepts and plays very hard to get after the ball.