2027 Interior Defensive Linemen to Know in the Houston Area

Here we will take a look at some defensive linemen who know how to shut down the run and control their gaps on the line of scrimmage. Below we have some guys who had breakout seasons last year and players who will look to be the dominating force on the front lines. These players have shown flashes of being true disruptors and are players to know going forward.   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   [player_tooltip player_id='846606' first='Terry' last='Brister'] - Katy   Brister has an incredible first step paired with a strong feel for the game. He recognizes blocks quickly and knows how to counter in order to put himself in position to make plays. He shows great lateral quickness as well, getting down the line and closing run lanes before backs can hit them. Brister generates pressure at a high rate with his ability to beat his opponents using both force and finesse. He anchors down on double teams and can shed blocks with ease. Brister is a key returner for the Tiger defense and is a player to watch for next season.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   Ty Greene - Stratford   Standing at 6'5-6'6, Greene is a disruptive for on the line. He has shown flashes of his talent, fighting through blockers and making his way into the backfield. He has an incredible reach that he uses to keep blockers away from his body as well as to knock down passes at the line of scrimmage. Greene can plug run gaps and reset the line with his strength. He gives very little ground and causes havoc in the interior especially in the run game. Greene is an exciting prospect who has both the frame and skill to have an incredible senior season.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   Amir Bowers - Manvel   Bowers is a unit in the interior of the defensive line. He plays with natural leverage and has pure raw strength that he uses to disrupt an offenses game-flow. Bowers controls gaps very well with his use of power and lower-body strength. He anchors down and refuses to be moved by opponents, shutting off run lanes with his presence. Bowers has a quick burst when shedding blocks as well, locating the ball and showing urgency to make a stop. He displays a strong grip that he does not allow opponents to escape from even when engaged with blockers, Bowers knows how to take an offense off-schedule and is a true run stopper. He is an interior lineman who understands his job and can be a game-wrecking force for next season.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   [player_tooltip player_id='1630693' first='DeMarco' last='Jenkins'] - Pearland   Jenkins moves extremely well at his size. He is physical at the point of attack and understands how to use his hands and reach in order to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Jenkins lateral speed and ability to track down backs made him a valuable piece on the Oiler defense. He sheds blocks violently and shows great determination in getting to the ball. In passing situations Jenkins is almost unstoppable. His blend of power and speed cannot be matched by most opposing players. He is one of the top players at the position and is a player to watch heading into next season.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   Deneim Scott - Shadow Creek   Scott plays with great violence off the snap. He shoots his hands and looks to stun whoever his lined up in front of him. He maintains his gaps in the run game and shows a strong base with great power when engaged. He is versatile on the line as well, showing the ability to line up on the edge and use his quickness to create pressure. He is light on his feet when needed, swimming and shooting the gaps to cause chaos in the backfield. Scott has a very good balance to his game, and can make winning plays when needed. He is a player who can draw much attention with his play.

Here we will take a look at some defensive linemen who know how to shut down the run and control their gaps on the line of scrimmage. Below we have some guys who had breakout seasons last year and players who will look to be the dominating force on the front lines. These players have shown flashes of being true disruptors and are players to know going forward.