2027 Rankings Update: Defensive Line Breakdown

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2027 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2027 defensive linemen with analysis. Over the next few weeks, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the defensive linemen, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2027","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2406","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676d94e02e228"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1300201"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676d94e02fc73"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1300201' first='Antwone' last='Miller'] lands at number one for the position. He has a good mix of power, strength, and quickness within the interior, and he can dominate off the edge as well. Miller displays good upfield burst off the line of scrimmage, consistently making plays in the backfield or at the line of scrimmage. His athleticism and good UOH enable him to shed blocks effectively and disrupt plays consistently. Miller's good use of hands helps him control and quickly disengage from blockers, coupled with his ability to read and react when engaged with the offensive line. He is able to put pressure into the pocket and finish the rep. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Offer List: Arkansas-Pine Bluff</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/AntwoneMiller8">https://x.com/AntwoneMiller8</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1189634"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676d94e02fcd8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1189634' first='Peyton' last='Wooten'] excels at playing sideline-to-sideline off the edge, showcasing his ability to chase down ball carriers. He effectively applies pressure in the pocket by utilizing his lower body strength and hand placement to drive offensive linemen. Wooten demonstrates solid foot speed and maintains a low pad level at the snap, allowing him to position himself to extend and lift the offensive linemen while reading and reacting to the football.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.4 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/PeytonWooten88">https://x.com/PeytonWooten88</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1249496"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676d94e02fd32"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1249496' first='Braylon' last='Bennett'] dominated in 2024, earning an All-Conference Honorable Mention in the 5A Central. He is ranked number 8 on our board. Bennett shows solid explosion and hand placement off the snap, along with good pad level, which helps him create leverage and drive offensive linemen back to create pressure. He can be a significant disruptor in both the running and passing games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.6 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/BraylonBennett5">https://x.com/BraylonBennett5</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1346037"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676d94e02fd89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1346037' first='LaMari'on' last='Robinson'] is a force in the trenches, earning the 11th spot on our list. He plays with a good motor and play strength, allowing him to dominate on the offensive line as well. Robinson excels at quickly penetrating gaps to make plays in the backfield or at the line of scrimmage. He can apply pressure in the pocket using his strong bull rush due to good lower body strength and drive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/LRobinson71_">https://x.com/LRobinson71_</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1237288"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676d94e02fdd1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1237288' first='Boosie' last='Hardaway'] is a force on the defensive line who has risen on our board. He explodes off the line of scrimmage, demonstrating good hand placement and strength to shed blocks and disrupt plays in the backfield. He is a solid tackler against the run, executing tackles with good pad level and technique. Additionally, he possesses strong lower body power, allowing him to drive offensive linemen back into the pocket and create pressure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 0-3 Tech</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/Boosie2Shiesty">https://x.com/Boosie2Shiesty</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 DEFENSIVE LINEMEN:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 - [player_tooltip player_id='1258056' first='Makel' last='Ward'] (Cross County)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5 - [player_tooltip player_id='540925' first='Aiden' last='Fecht'] (Bentonville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6 - [player_tooltip player_id='1199016' first='Aaden' last='Franklin'] (Monticello)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7 - [player_tooltip player_id='1170430' first='David' last='Summons'] (Watson Chapel)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9 - [player_tooltip player_id='1340841' first='Kai' last='Cambron'] (Westside)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10 - [player_tooltip player_id='1192187' first='Jarrett' last='Hathcock'] (Malvern)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->