ARKANSAS 2027 RANKINGS UPDATE: Defensive Line Breakdown

<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 month, 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>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1199016' first='Aaden' last='Franklin'] is a prospect to add to the recruiting board, landing at number three for the position. He possesses the size and quickness to be effective at the next level. He's a stout defensive tackle who disrupts plays at the LOS. He possesses good full-body power and strength, combined with solid athletic ability. Franklin uses his lower-body power, reach, and hand placement to drive back the OL and apply pressure in the pocket. His foot quickness, UOH, and ability to explode off the snap allow him to create leverage and shed blocks, enabling him to make plays at the LOS or in the backfield. He shows dominance against both base and combo blocks. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.5 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AadenFranklin/status/1886545382806597771 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1249496' first='Braylon' last='Bennett'] is a potential breakout candidate for the upcoming 2025 season. He's been grinding and developing his craft this offseason. Bennett displays solid explosion, hand placement off the snap, and good pad level, which helps him create leverage and drive the OL back to create pressure. He can be a significant disruptor in both the running and passing games.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.6 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BraylonBennett5/status/1903690858374844501 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1324992' first='Cayden' last='Dye'] is set to make a name for himself this upcoming season, currently ranked number 11 for his position. He is technically sound, will dominate his assignments, and will create penetration. He displays solid quickness off the LOS, demonstrating good use of hands to create leverage and quickly disengage from blocks, allowing him to make plays in the backfield. Those traits will enable him to get underneath base blocks and key the backfield. Dye demonstrates strong upper and lower body strength to push the OL back into the pocket. His ability to extend, drive, or settle at the LOS to make a play is impressive.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.0 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CaydenDye/status/1915747791336518081 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1619288' first='Jaydon' last='Williamson'] is a prospect to watch throughout 2025. He possesses the size and physicality to succeed at the next level. He is a stout 0-3 tech who consistently applies pressure from the interior. Williamson utilizes good hand placement and length, allowing him to create leverage and drive the offensive linemen back or quickly shed them to make a play at the line of scrimmage. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.0 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Jaydarealone23 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1323415' first='Cortez' last='Carter'] is another breakout candidate for the upcoming 2025 season, landing at number 14 for the position. He displays good burst off the snap, effectively stretching the pocket and creating pressure on the quarterback. His quickness allows him to beat offensive linemen, both on the inside and along the edge. Solid motor and play strength overall. Add him to your watchlist. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.7 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/cortez92114/status/1932995156099154283 </div></figure>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 DEFENISVE LINEMEN:</h2>   <p>1. [player_tooltip player_id='1300201' first='Antwone' last='Miller'] (Pine Bluff)</p>   <p>2. [player_tooltip player_id='1258056' first='Makel' last='Ward'] (Cross County)</p>   <p>4. [player_tooltip player_id='1586103' first='Eli' last='Thornton'] (Valley View)</p>   <p>5. [player_tooltip player_id='1340841' first='Kai' last='Cambron'] (Westside)</p>   <p>7. [player_tooltip player_id='1346037' first='LaMari'on' last='Robinson'] (Junction City)</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 month, 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: