2029 Disruptors in Development: 10 Early DL/EDGEs to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p id="block-32896c7d-e14b-42fd-9249-e04a7ae8bf4f"><strong><em>Get 30% Off Your Subscription with Code PRZWV30 at Checkout!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2029 Watch List has debuted with 125 freshmen prospects to know early on in West Virginia. Plenty more athletes will emerge and make their names known in the future, but here are the top EDGE/DL names on our radar after their freshmen seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1716366"],"_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-697d26dd14f70"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2029 EDGE [player_tooltip player_id='1716366' first='Tramel' last='Musgrove'] has quickly established himself as one of the higher-upside defensive prospects in the Class of 2029, flashing advanced traits early in his varsity exposure. Already carrying an impressive frame for his age, Musgrove combines length with quick-twitch athleticism that shows up both off the edge and in space. His explosiveness at the point of attack and ability to close ground make him a disruptive presence, with clear projection as his body continues to mature. As his role expands and his technique sharpens, Musgrove profiles as a long-term defensive prospect that college programs will want on their radar early in the cycle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/28639609/690bb61e5035f3bbdde8a56a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69811019f0d8b"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1716475"],"_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-697d26dd15015"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2029 University OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1716475' first='Keenan' last='Brown'] was a varsity starter along the offensive line for the Hawks and a defensive contributor, which is where we like him long term as a prospect. At 6'0 240, Brown's ceiling is likely higher as an interior defensive lineman with very good flashes of physicality and explosiveness for a young lineman. He plays with good leverage and technique for his age and has the short-area quickness and footwork to have a high ceiling for the DL position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26645081/69049ee5ab529b1a0ee5ac53' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69811019f0ddf"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1453201"],"_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-697d26dd1509e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2029 South Charleston DL [player_tooltip player_id='1453201' first='Elijah' last='Mason'] earned our PRZ Freshman Defensive Player of the Year after a standout first season for the Black Eagles. He moved around a lot on defense and can play traditional defensive tackle/end, EDGE, and even some linebacker. His 5'10 235 frame will make it interesting to see which spot he eventually settles in at, but Mason can be at the top of this class in the future rankings. He's a twitchy athlete with good hand use and explosiveness that allows him to move freely mid rush and redirect fluidly to attack the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26628429/696516bb2e61729321cef244' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69811019f0e68"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1720744"],"_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-697d26dd1511e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Film is limited from 2029 Martinsburg DL/OL [player_tooltip player_id='1720744' first='Messiah' last='Yancey']'s freshman season with the Bulldogs, but expect him to be a top name among this linemen group over the next three years. We'll get a better idea of his ceiling once he posts more tape, but Yancey has the early size and ability to get on early recruiting boards. He could project on either side of the line with high potential at both positions, which will make him versatile as a player and prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22875976/68c2b7bf932ee756b65692f7' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69811019f0ecf"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1679048"],"_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-697d26dd151a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Capital freshman [player_tooltip player_id='1679048' first='Zion' last='Pitts'] has already earned a varsity role in the trenches, contributing on both sides of the ball while projecting primarily as a defensive lineman long term. His size immediately stands out for his age, giving him the ability to anchor the interior and occupy space along the front. Lined up in the middle of the defensive line as a freshman, Pitts has shown the strength and presence needed to hold ground while continuing to grow into his frame. As his technique and conditioning progress, his early experience and physical profile position him as a defensive prospect college programs will want to monitor early in the Class of 2029 cycle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/28299156/69558316573b8c863c07d7c3' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69811019f0f28"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1743470"],"_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-697d26dd1522e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Robert C. Byrd 2029 DL Isaac Elliott has emerged as a meaningful presence along the interior defensive line early in his career, showing traits that project well as he continues to develop. Carrying a sturdy frame for his age, Elliott combines size with an active first step, allowing him to challenge blockers and generate push at the point of attack. His early ability to compete inside speaks to both his physical tools and his comfort playing in the trenches. With continued refinement and added experience, Elliott profiles as a defensive lineman worth tracking closely as the Class of 2029 cycle progresses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/21445862/69382a6c031aecc8860f2cc5' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69811019f0f62"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER DL/EDGEs TO KNOW WITHOUT FILM</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1716484' first='Zeke' last='Swiger'] (Bridgeport)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2112695' first='Jacob' last='Fleaming'] (Independence)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2072145' first='Gabe' last='Law'] (Morgantown)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2112709' first='Amari' last='Ward'] (Wahama)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->