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<p>Throughout the summer we will be conducting film reviews across the great state of Mississippi highlighting players going rather unnoticed in regards to the skill sets they bring to the field. Check out the previous editions of this series below:</p>
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<p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/film-review-2025-defensive-backs/">2025 Defensive Backs</a>, <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/film-review-2025-quarterbacks/">2025 Quarterbacks</a>, <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/film-review-2025-wide-receivers/">2025 Wide Receivers</a></p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='653164' first='Bryce' last='Vaughn'] | Offensive Lineman | Nettleton</h2>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='653164' first='Bryce' last='Vaughn'], standing at an imposing 6'7" and weighing 270 pounds, is an intimidating presence on the field whose play more than backs it up. Fundamentally sound in all aspects, Vaughn's drop step and pass blocking base are elite, with quick feet that effectively counter spins, rips, and bull rushes from defensive linemen. His awareness in blitz pick-ups is impressive, consistently dropping his initial key to pick up late linebackers coming through gaps. Vaughn takes great angles to create huge gaps in the running game, turning defenders at will. His ability to put on a clinic in technique and awareness makes him a standout offensive lineman.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Jonathan Hull | Defensive End | Wilkinson County</h2>
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<p>Jonathan Hull is a defensive force with impressive outside arm strength that allows him to effectively string out runs to the exterior and make solo tackles using his exterior limb. His speed enables him to execute cross-arm moves, creating significant interior pressure in passing situations. With his gigantic 6-4, 235 frame Hull's ability to close in on quarterbacks in the pocket is particularly noteworthy, consistently applying pressure and disrupting the offense. </p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='914873' first='Tate' last='Walsworth'] | Lineman | Natchez</h2>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='914873' first='Tate' last='Walsworth'] is a dominant force on the offensive line with a 6-5, 300 pound stature. His quickness and punch strength off the snap are impressive, giving him an immediate advantage. His long, strong arms provide a significant edge in pass blocking, allowing him to create a vice grip lock and drive the block away from the play. Walsworth's aggressive, rugged approach often results in him taking defenders to the ground. In run blocking, his leverage and tall frame enable him to drive defenders down, creating open gaps. </p>
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<p>Defensively, his long arms make it difficult for offensive linemen to engage, as he uses rip moves or brute strength to push them into the backfield. Walsworth's tackling style is hard and brash, mimicking his attitude to his play on the offensive side of the ball as well.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='653165' first='Jayden' last='Dunbar'] | Defensive End | Wilkinson County</h2>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='653165' first='Jayden' last='Dunbar'], standing at 6'2" and weighing 215 pounds, is a standout defender with exceptional anticipation skills and a natural feel for the game. He effectively dictates the tempo on the edge, using hesitation tactics to keep offensive linemen off-balance. Dunbar's speed off the outside shoulder is complemented by an elite rip move to the inside, allowing him to bust through gaps and create significant pressure in the pocket. His closing speed in the backfield is impressive, and his upper body strength combined with a tenacious approach to boot are qualities that will continue to drive his success.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gartavion Woodside | Defensive Lineman | Wilkinson County</h2>
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<p>Gartavion Woodside is a dynamic defensive player known for his explosive quickness off the snap and impressive speed in the backfield, often leading to broken plays and tackles for loss. His supreme arm strength enables him to quickly push offensive linemen onto their heels, disrupting plays at their inception. Woodside's quick and steady lateral movements, combined with his innate aggressive tackling style, results in hard falls for ball carriers.</p>
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