Film Study: 2027 PSAL Defensive Lineman

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Throughout the summer, we will be looking at the 2026, 2027, 2028 NY recruiting classes. While stats show numbers, film shows the entire story. For this series we will be looking at 5 players in each position throughout the next three cycles. In this edition of DL Film Study we have <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1302340' first='Sincere' last='Hester'], [player_tooltip player_id='505864' first='Jaire' last='Edwards'], [player_tooltip player_id='1649170' first='Brandon' last='Province'], [player_tooltip player_id='764337' first='Aaron' last='Cajoux'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1302341' first='Johnathan' last='Stephenson']</strong>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1302340"],"_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-689bbd1398d5e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing at 6'2" 230-Pounds, Hester displays an outstanding build for a defensive lineman. Hester will enter his second season with Canarsie after transferring from Holy Cross prior to his Sophomore season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Given his frame he adds some versatile value to the defensive side of the ball as he can line up inside and as a DE. If DT is his choice adding 15-20 pounds of good weight would help. On tape, he displays raw block shedding ability with good tackling. He finishes plays and can run around the field to make tackles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hester is one of two Canarsie D-Line prospects featured in this article, making there defensive a threat in the PSAL. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20942200/671f762eda13d98171ade08a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-689cd349d0ae4"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["505864"],"_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-689bbd1398ddb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing at 6'2" 285-Pounds, Edwards displays an excellent build for a Defensive Lineman. He played varsity as an 8th grader for Mount St. Michael. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Edwards displays excellent body control and understands the use of leverage at the POA. On the LOS, he displays excellent strength and good block shedding. He is a perfect Defensive Tackle given his frame, and displays the ability to defeat double teams and make excellent tackles. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Edwards is a star on the Randolph Campus defense. His frame and ability on the field make him a PSAL threat this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18386457/674ad9a81a1ef8504fa2efc1' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-689cd349d0b38"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1649170"],"_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-689bbd1398e28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Size and frame for Brandon is hard to find and differs between website and location. The South shore prospect lines up with a stacked defensive roster this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Province displays the ability to move across the Defensive Line, adding some versatility to the South Shore roster. He showcases good block shedding moves with a quick first step that beats his opponents to the POA. Province adds in excellent tackling ability along with a high play IQ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Playing alongside a stacked defensive roster has not stopped Province as he stands out as a top player in the PSAL in 2027 and Defensive Tackle to watch this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20980999/66fadc343477efb854079f53' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-689cd349d0b7a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["764337"],"_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-689bbd1398e71"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing at 6'4" 300-Pounds, the Erasmus Hall prospect, boasts an excellent size for a Defensive Lineman. Given his frame he can play as an Interior Lineman on both sides of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cajoux has limited film, but after watching full Erasmus Hall games, I was able to find plays where he made an impact. He is an excellent tackler who uses leverage and size to destroy opposing lineman on both sides of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cajoux projects as an Interior Defensive Lineman, who is waiting for his turn on a stacked Erasmus Hall roster. As a Junior, he should receive more opportunities on both sides of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1302341"],"_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-689bbd1398eb7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The second of two Canarsie Defensive Prospects is [player_tooltip player_id='1302341' first='Johnathan' last='Stephenson']. Standing at 6'4" 230-Pounds, he displays a versatile build for a defensive lineman. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stephenson's build and frame allow him to lineup across the line adding versatility to the Canarsie defense. On tape, he displays a good first step which allows him to match opposing lineman at the POA. He displays a good tool bag of block shedding moves which allow him to enter the backfield and disrupt plays and make tackles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stephenson will be upgraded from the Watch List in the latest 2027 NY Rankings, making him a name to watch across the PSAL. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->