Top 2026 Defensive Lineman

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lets take a look at some of the top defensive lineman in the class of 2026:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401590"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Rupp is one of the top returning defensive lineman in the state of Idaho this upcoming season. He has the rare ability to convert speed to power. A player with an advanced tool bag at such a young age, Rupp is able to really set up offensive lineman with a variety of moves and counters. He has tremendous quickness for a player of his size and does an excellent job slanting so fast that lineman sometimes cant even get a hand on him. 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A player with a really good frame that is built solid and is hard to move at the point of attack. He shows the ability to split double teams and does a really good job with his push up the middle. 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He has a long frame that allows him to really create separation at the point of attack. He has good speed that allows him to bend the edge and effect the passer on almost every play. He also shows very good instincts and plays with a tremendous motor. A player to watch this upcoming season for sure and a player well will be keeping a very close eye on.rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":4,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65ac24abceb62"} /-->