2027 Rankings: Top Defensive Lineman

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The latest edition of the Prep Redzone Illinois Class of 2027 has been unveiled and now sits at 250 prospects.&nbsp; Here we dive into the top players at each position with the premier players at each position.&nbsp; Today we look at&nbsp;<strong>2027 Rankings Update: Top Defensive Lineman</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1334133' first='Brayden' last='Parks'] (Brother Rice)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Parks is one of the premier players in the class.&nbsp; The 6'3" 297 pound defensive tackle is so quick off the ball and moves tremendously well for his size.&nbsp; Pushes the center right back into the QB on the bull rush.&nbsp; Uses his hands well when rushing the passer as he definitely brings pop getting after the QB.&nbsp; Throws blockers to the side with his hands and then pursues the ball in the run.&nbsp; Technically sound player vs both the pass and run with elite physical tools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1598811' first='Brian' last='Demoss'] (Simeon)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Demoss is a 6'5" 215 pound edge rusher that has a strong and athletic build with long arms.&nbsp; Burst off the ball and is physical with his hands against offensive lineman.&nbsp; Pursues well in the run game outside of his area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1334146' first='Namari' last='Anderson'] (Montini)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Anderson is a 6'3" powerful defensive lineman that can play up and down the line. The Montini rising junior is best as a 3-4 defensive end or a three technique defensive tackle.&nbsp; Big time defender vs the run both clogging up gaps along with bringing down rushers. Makes tackles in the backfield on a regular basis.&nbsp; Moves well for his size.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1237966' first='Sincere' last='Harris'] (Eisenhower)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris is a versatile 6'3" 230 pound defensive lineman.&nbsp; Can line up as a three-technique defensive tackle along with play some on the edge as a defensive end.&nbsp; Good use of hands and can use the up and over move to get up field.&nbsp; Puts consistent pressure on the quarterback whether up the middle or bending the edge.&nbsp; Excellent short area quickness and relentless pursuit.&nbsp; Runs ball down even when it is past him. Alot of tools to like here!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1335224' first='Caleb' last='Brown'] (East St. Louis)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brown is one of the premier defensive lineman in the 2027 class.&nbsp; He is a defensive tackle at 6'1" 240 pounds.&nbsp; Excellent up and over move.&nbsp; Explosive up field pass rusher. Super physical bringing down ball carriers.&nbsp; Powerful use of his hands and quickness in tight spaces.&nbsp; Really good spin move getting up field. Reels in defenders in the run game with his length.&nbsp; Disciplined vs the run.&nbsp; Can bat down passes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1791833' first='Chris' last='Kasky'] (Nazareth)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kasky is a monster at defensive end with his long arms and size at 6'5" 200 pounds.&nbsp; Can also slide inside as a Nascar pass rusher.&nbsp; One of the better pure bursts off the ball we have seen getting after the QB.&nbsp; Great use of his hands and reels in the QB with his long arms.&nbsp; Turns power into speed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1575273' first='Hunter' last='Wahtola'] (DePaul Prep)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The DePaul Prep 6'3" 250 pound defensive tackle is a load!&nbsp; He has versatility being able to slide outside as well taking snaps at DE.&nbsp; As a three technique he is consistently putting pressure on the QB up the middle.&nbsp; Brings down quarterback with violence.&nbsp; Solid use of hands and understands angles.&nbsp; Eyes are always up field reading what is going on.&nbsp; Also plays some tight end where he is tough to bring down when he has the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1335349' first='George' last='Holland'] (Lake Forest)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Holland is a 6'4" 225 pound edge rusher that lines up most of the time standing up.&nbsp; Big time closing speed pursuing the quarterback.&nbsp; Bends well getting after the passer.&nbsp; Great angles to the ball, form tackler, and plays with a mean streak. Long arms corralling the ball carrier.&nbsp; Good pursuing down the line against the run making tackles for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1304474' first='Tommy' last='Riordan'] (Hinsdale Central)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Riordan has good bloodlines as his older brother is a P4 offensive lineman in the 25 class.&nbsp; He is a three technique DT that has nice size and frame at 6'4" 240 pounds.&nbsp; Sheds blocks well, always has his eyes on the ball, and makes plays up field.&nbsp; Can also be a tight end catching passes on offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->