PRZIA ’25 Rankings Update | DL Prospect Profiles (Top 7)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code: OscarGalindo30 in the coupon code area.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another rankings update is in the books, and man, was it a BIG ONE!! The Class of 2025 rankings saw a much-needed update as we jumped from 95 ranked players to over 300 prospects in this release. Rob and I searched far and wide across the great state of Iowa to find the top incoming seniors who we believe hold the talent to make a name at the collegiate level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we did with the PRZIA 2026 update, we are bringing back the “Prospect Profiles” series. These Prospect Profiles will introduce (or re-introduce) you to the top 7 prospects at each position, including a quick overview of the player that covers film breakdown, offers, and more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up to the plate are the big dawgs in the trenches, defensive linemen! The Iowa 2025 defensive linemen group is already stacking up to be a strong group with several prospects already receiving D1 recognition. The headliner of the DL group is Iowa State commit <em>[player_tooltip player_id='252334' first='Jack' last='Limbaugh']</em> who has been terrorizing opposing offenses for the past few seasons. Urbandale's <em>[player_tooltip player_id='1206077' first='Axel' last='Ramazani']</em>, Johnston's <em>[player_tooltip player_id='1279701' first='Micah' last='Cook']</em>, Clear Creek Amana's <em>[player_tooltip player_id='252329' first='Brody' last='Clubb']</em>, Sioux City East's <em>[player_tooltip player_id='1278812' first='Manasse' last='Kasongo']</em>, Mount Vernon's <em>[player_tooltip player_id='1278806' first='Ethan' last='Wood']</em>, and Winfield-Mount Union's <em>[player_tooltip player_id='1278796' first='Cooper' last='Buffington']</em> round out the Top 7 DL prospects in this round of updates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out the full Class of 2025 Rankings&nbsp;<a href="https://prepredzone.com/iowa/rankings/2025-rankings/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='252334' first='Jack' last='Limbaugh'] | Algona | DL: 1 | Overall: 6</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Height: </em>6'4”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Weight: </em>225 lbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Commitment: </em>Iowa State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Testing Numbers: </em>4.68 40-yard dash, 4.35 shuttle drill, and a 36” vertical jump.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Notable PRs: </em>355-lb bench press, 275-lb clean, and 450-lb squat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Stats: </em>33 tackles, 4 TFLs, 3 sacks, 6 receptions, 101 receiving yards, and two receiving touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Twitter: </em><a href="https://x.com/limbaugh_jack63?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@Limbaugh_Jack</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/13547095/Jack-Limbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl Profile</a> </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Strengths:</em> pass rushing, versatility (TE Upside), explosiveness, strength, pursuit, violent hitter, active hands, strong leg drive, good use of leverage, play recognition, and powerful base.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13547095/658dbc902aa7ac06d42fcb34' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66574ec67db20"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1206077' first='Axel' last='Ramazani'] | Urbandale | DL: 2 | Overall: 10</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Height: </em>6'3”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Weight: </em>220 lbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Offers: </em>Cincinnati, North Dakota, Washington State, Western Illinois, Illinois State, Wyoming, Northern Iowa, and North Dakota State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Stats: </em>57 tackles, 21 TFLs, and 8 sacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Twitter: </em><a href="https://x.com/axel_ramazani7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@Axel_Ramazani7</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16284835/axel-ramazani" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl Profile</a> </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Strengths:</em> Explosiveness, fast first step, speed, edge rushing, smart pass rusher, pursuit, bend, quick hands, athleticism, works through blocks, good leverage, and physical.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16284835/653a6d371600bc0a90c0a90d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66574ec67db59"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1279701' first='Micah' last='Cook'] | Johnston | DL: 3 | Overall: 11</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Height: </em>6'6” </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Weight: </em>235 lbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Commitment: </em>Northern Illinois</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Stats: </em>21 tackles, 4.5 TFLs, 1.5 sacks, and a pick-six.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Twitter: </em><a href="https://x.com/MicahCo84009359" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@MicahCo84009359</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17698313/Micah-Cook" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl Profile</a> </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Strengths:</em> Size, length, explosiveness, explodes through hips, athleticism, great pursuit, good awareness, play recognition, excellent motor, and uses arms to disrupt passing lanes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17698313/6547cf0d688e3509744f5e4c' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66574ec67db7a"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='252329' first='Brody' last='Clubb'] | Clear Creek Amana | DL: 4 | Overall: 14</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Height: </em>6'3” </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Weight: </em>245 lbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Commitment: </em>North Dakota State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Testing Numbers: </em>4.83 40-yard dash</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Notable PRs: </em>345 lb deadlift</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Stats: </em>16 tackles, 4.5 TFLs, and 1.5 sacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Twitter: </em><a href="https://x.com/BrodyClubb" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@BrodyClubb</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/14978924/Brody-Clubb" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl Profile</a> </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Strengths:</em> Defensive versatility (Plays DT, DE, and EDGE), powerful, strong lower body, explosive hands, footwork, agility, excellent pursuit, great leverage, wins inside hands, and OL upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/14978924/65133ca519a5e20998af270f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66574ec67db96"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1278812' first='Manasse' last='Kasongo'] | Sioux City East | DL</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Height: </em>6'7” </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Weight: </em>220 lbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Offers: </em>Northern Iowa and Nebraska</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Testing Numbers: </em>4.65 40-yard dash and 33” vertical jump.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Notable PRs: </em>225 lb bench press, 330 lb squat, and 405 lb deadlift.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Stats: </em>16 tackles, 5 TFLs, and a sack.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Twitter: </em><a href="https://x.com/mkhoopa?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@MKHoopa</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16542758/Manasse-Kasongo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl Profile</a> </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Strengths:</em> Size, lengthy (7'2” wingspan), athleticism, pursuit, ball tracking, speed, agility, separation from blocks, versatility (TE upside), and raw talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16542758/65407e9b478d550898163257' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66574ec67dbb0"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1278806' first='Ethan' last='Wood'] | Mount Vernon | DL: 6 | Overall: 18</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Height: </em>6'4” </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Weight: </em>230 lbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Offers: </em>Boise State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Testing Numbers: </em>4.65 40-yard dash</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Stats: </em>36 tackles, 17 TFLs, 24 receptions, 347 receiving yards, and 3 receiving touchdowns. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Twitter: </em><a href="https://x.com/ethanwood0707" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@EthanWood0707</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/15858754/Ethan-Wood" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl Profile</a> </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Strengths:</em> Versatility (Major TE potential), athleticism, burst, active hands, agility, pursuit, explosiveness, route-running, great hands, strong EDGE presence, and disengaging from blocks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/15858754/657a10e6f326920a2c1eff35' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66574ec67dbcd"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1278796' first='Cooper' last='Buffington'] | Winfield-Mt. Union| DL: 7 | Overall: 21</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Height: </em>6'3” </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Weight: </em>245 lbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Offers: </em>Sioux Falls and South Dakota.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Stats: </em>44 tackles, 19 TFLs, and a forced fumble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Twitter: </em><a href="https://x.com/cooperbuff52?lang=ar" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@CooperBuff52</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/13568414/Cooper-Buffington" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hudl Profile</a> </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>- Strengths:</em> Quick first step, aggressive, active/violent hands, great leg drive, disengaging from blocks, pursuit, violent tackler, great edge presence, and non-stop motor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13568414/656544553dec2b103c989eff' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66574ec67dbe7"} /--> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Make sure to follow @P</em>RZ_OscarG for more coverage of Nebraska and Iowa HS recruiting news.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->