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2027 Virginia Defensive Linemen Stock Risers

2027 Virginia Defensive Linemen Stock Risers
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Carl Frederick
Carl Frederick June 15, 2025 @ 12:15 PM
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John Ryan
John Ryan 6'5" | 210 lbs | DL/TE | 2027
VA
Javion Richey
Javion Richey 6'1" | 280 lbs | DL/OL | 2027
VA
Rudi Ernst
Rudi Ernst 6'4" | 210 lbs | DL | 2027
VA
Nana Koranteng
Nana Koranteng 6'1" | 225 lbs | DL/RB | 2027
VA
Chris Umana
Chris Umana 6'0" | 260 lbs | DL | 2027
VA
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Richey is explosive off the football and has good footwork and strength. He is dominate at defensive tackle and an on the offensive line for Tabb High School. A quick first step and power in his upper body Richey can own the line of scrimmage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1282533"],"_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-684eea5ce0db3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'1 225 lbs. and an ascending talent Stafford's [player_tooltip player_id='1282533' first='Nana' last='Koranteng'] is just beginning to scratch the surface of his potential. He seems to get his hands on the football often whether its a pass breakup/forced fumble or even a block punt, Koranteng makes plays. Notching 5 sacks last fall, he could reach double digit numbers for the Indians in 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/theonlynanakay/status/1933629272545018079","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/theonlynanakay/status/1933629272545018079 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1313576"],"_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-684eea5ce0e02"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Flint Hill's [player_tooltip player_id='1313576' first='Rudi' last='Ernst'] was an honorable mention selection at defensive end as a sophomore and the sky is the limit for this 6'4, 210 lb. prospect. Ernst is a playmaker along the defensive line, plays the game with a high level of awareness. He rushes the passer, blocks passes and even has the ability to go out in coverage. The Huskies may have a potential star on the hands with Ernst. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RudiErnstIX/status/1853832387924464053","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/RudiErnstIX/status/1853832387924464053 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1169761"],"_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-684eea5ce0e5a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Patriot's [player_tooltip player_id='1169761' first='Chris' last='Umana'] saw a nice debut bumping up from our watch list a year ago. He is strong and disruptive off the snap with a low base he is ferocious. Moving really well Umana has a good motor and never quits on a play. He has been playing for the Pioneers district playoff squads the past two seasons. Stepping into a bigger role as a junior he could be an all region selection. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/UmanaChris/status/1864437442968739868","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/UmanaChris/status/1864437442968739868 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1682710"],"_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-684eea5ce0ea6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Honorable Mention selection as a sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='1682710' first='John' last='Ryan'] debuted in our Top 300. The 275th selection Ryan is 6'5 and 315 lbs.! A lot of potential with this Bulldogs defensive lineman, Ryan came on strong during the deep playoff run. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/21957132/67361c65fe54bea501a38e90">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/21957132/67361c65fe54bea501a38e90</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

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Javion Richey

Javion Richey

VA
DL/OL
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 280
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CLASS 2027
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2027
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Weight
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HS
Tabb
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VA
2027 Virginia Defensive Linemen Stock Risers
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Nana Koranteng

Nana Koranteng

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Rudi Ernst

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Westfield
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