A Final Look at Michigan’s Best Senior Defensive Linemen

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the past four years, we've ranked and debated the best defensive linemen in Michigan. Well, the final Class of 2025 update just released, and with that, we're saying goodbye to our seniors. Here are my final thoughts about five of the best defensive linemen in Michigan! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["247645"],"_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-67ae7c9a87bf7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The first time and only time I watched Bobby in person was at his playoff game against Hudsonville. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Like most Power 4 prospects, I could spot Bobby from a mile away. His size is no joke, and he's as powerful as advertised. Just from a size and competitiveness standpoint, Bobby is definitely capable of developing into an amazing player at Michigan. Skill-wise, Bobby is a little bit more raw than the elite B1G 10 prospects, but the gap isn't that big. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["600132"],"_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-67ae7c9a87cb9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It's been a few years covering Tree, and he was one of my favorite EDGE rushers over the years. This year in particular, I think Xavier took a big step forward in his game. He knows how to use his length to his advantage, and has a very wide tackle radius. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I thought Xavier was a good B1G 10 prospect, so him being at Howard is an absolute steal. Can't wait to see what Tree does in college! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["247640"],"_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-67ae7c9a87d2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I know some coaches who think Jordin is the best defensive lineman in the class. I wouldn't go that far, but top 5? Absolutely. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jordin is one of the best in Michigan at exploding off the ball and making a quick move. Much of the time, if Jordin wins, he wins quickly and absolutely destroys plays. Toledo got a phenomenal pickup here, and me + many others are expecting him to develop into an excellent player in the MAC. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["571062"],"_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-67ae7c9a87d93"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mason has got to be the most unsung defensive lineman in Michigan. Against other Division 7 teams, Mason is absolutely unstoppable. I mean, good luck stopping 6'3" 275. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pretty similar to Jordin, Mason excels with his quick getoff and power. In college, I expect Mason to be a well-rounded interior defensive lineman, especially excelling in run stopping. Northwestern = Great Fit! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["899578"],"_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-67ae7c9a87df5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rashad was a very smart EDGE player at Belleville. He doesn't have a full-year Senior tape, but his Junior tape shows a great getoff and ability to set the edge. I know from the offseason that Rashad is also very successful when it comes to pass rush. He's a proven rusher against good competition. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Purdue is going through a coaching change, and with that, players like Rashad may have a unique opportunity to succeed early. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->