2027 Offensive Lineman on the Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are taking a look in the trenches for the class of 2027 in the state of Arkansas. As we move forward looking for that future talent, we will be doing a deep dive into each position as we move on to the offensive line for this class. Here are five prospects to keep an eye on during the 2024 season:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["602403"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e6-Foot-1u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e260 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eOffensive Lineu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2027u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernLittle Rock Christian's [player_tooltip player_id='602403' first='Ayden' last='Rodgers'] brings versatility to the offensive line with experience at center, guard and tackle. Displays good initial steps and hand placement to create inside leverage. 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