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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Going through all the offensive line film, it's hard not to say that this position group might be the best overall from our in-state senior class. This group is extremely deep with a lot known guys at the top and several under the radar prospects that have a chance to reach power status by the end of the 2026 season. Here we go in-depth on the O-line and provide an outlook on how good this position is and how strong it should look come signing day. </h2>
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<p>- Nothing on the offensive side of the ball works unless you have a good offensive line. Our in-state senior class has plenty of high quality big men in the trenches that have the talent and size to excel on the college stage and even quite a few that will begin their careers on the Power Four level. This year's class may be one of the best we have ever had in Tennessee and a deep one at that. There are a lot of under the radar O-linemen I like and think can develop further to reach the high level of college football and make this crop even better. </p>
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<p><strong>Top Tier Talent</strong></p>
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<p>- When it comes to figuring out who is the top “O-line” prospect for the TN2027 class, it's a tough call as we have several strong options. Depending on what coaching staff or what scout you talk to, each person may have someone at the top compared to others but for me and our upcoming rankings, I think it's a battle right now between <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1159814' first='Antonio' last='Keefer'] </strong>from Southwind and current Tennessee commit and Siegel big man <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1695926' first='Princeton' last='Uwaifo']</strong>. </p>
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<p>What Keefer brings to the field is a well built body and frame with good arm length and some of the best footwork in the state. The Jags senior has the look and overall size desired on the Power Four level along with athleticism that could allow him to play just about every position on the line, including tackle. This guy is a powerful blocker that can move people off the line or hold up against the pass rush. Uwaifu is a massive young man that is still coming into his own but the potential is real. He is a solid athlete that could stay at tackle in college with more work but at worst, could slide inside at guard and dominate. Both these guys are legit and two of the better offensive prospects in this class. </p>
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<p>New to the state of Tennessee, Brentwood Academy big man <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1531280' first='Rance' last='Brown'] </strong>is a talented offensive tackle prospect that shows upside to remain outside but has the physical size and skill set to excel at offensive guard as well. What I like about Brown is his technique sound game play, his physicality and deceptive athleticism that shows up in his footwork. Big time programs are in pursuit too, so college coaches see the upside as well and probably think Brown has a shot to handle tackle on the next level. </p>
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<p>Playing opposite Brown at the other tackle position this year for Brentwood Academy looks to be a new transfer in <strong>Li'[player_tooltip player_id='1654041' first='Marcus' last='Jones']</strong>. Coming from Mississippi to Tennessee to play his senior year, Jones is a big dude with a nice frame to pack on additional weight while still being the kind of athlete that can handle blocking on the edge. Jones is still a tad raw with more development to go but the tools are certainly there to become an impactful college starter one day. </p>
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<p>The top three guys above could all eventually turn into an offensive guard but as things sit right now, Friendship Christian senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='705894' first='Kaden' last='Buchanan'] </strong>looks to be the top interior O-line prospect in this class and someone that could see the field early in his college career. This guy is a mauler, a people mover that plays with good bend and pad level. Buchanan is a solid athlete too that could turn into an All-Conference guy with further development. </p>
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<p>Two offensive tackle prospects in <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1674006' first='Luke' last='Burger'] </strong>(Silverdale) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1286232' first='Kyle' last='Nabrotzky'] </strong>(Brentwood) have been hot prospects on the recruiting scene throughout the last couple of months and by looking over their film, you can see why. Burger looks the part of a college guy right now. He has great overall size with nice lower base mobility that could flourish at right tackle. The Seahawks senior is also a physical competitor that shows run blocking upside. </p>
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<p>Nabrotzky is a long term, big potential prospect that is still growing into his body but he sports the athleticism and nimble lower base to handle the blindside in college. The Bruins senior has done a nice job of building his body and game during these off-season months to have 25 plus offers and a lot of interest from Power Four programs and the great thing about Nabrotzky is he is far from a finished product, so the best is yet to come. </p>
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<p>This next portion on the top tier will consist of nothing but offensive guards and potential centers, however these big men, while not the most glamorous, are legit and potential Top 100 prospects. Some of these centers and guards have a shot at not just starting for multiple seasons but contend for All-Conference while possibly having a player career beyond the college ranks. </p>
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<p>CPA teammates <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1158911' first='Isaiah' last='Bryant'] </strong>and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1154143' first='Ben' last='Hale'] </strong>are two big bodied, athletic linemen that provide versatility up front. Bryant has great overall size that could work at tackle, guard or even center. His bend, quick feet and wide frame could be utilized at multiple positions. Hale has played both tackle and guard during his high school career and while I think he could handle playing outside in a pinch, I like his upside best inside. Hale is a physical blocker that drives his man back while showing the lower half agility to deal with the pass rush. </p>
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<p>Two Memphis area guard prospects in <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='378854' first='Chris' last='Campbell'] </strong>(Southwind) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1293357' first='Brayden' last='Washington'] </strong>(Collierville) are physical maulers in the trenches that excel in run blocking. Campbell is possibly the best athlete from his guard position in the state that still has room to get bigger but he already does good work at moving people off the line. He shows pass blocking upside as well. Washington gets after his opponents in a nasty way, which is a good thing playing up front. The Dragons senior has a mean streak about him but can also play with finesse. He is more equipped right now with his run blocking but does have experience pass blocking at tackle. </p>
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<p>Hendersonville senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2156293' first='Teagan' last='Parizek'] </strong>is a rising prospect at the moment that is gaining steam with Power Four and D1 programs. I can see why coaches like this guy as Parizek has the look and overall size desired in college. The Commandos senior has potential to remain at tackle but he will need to enhance his bend, lower his pad level and simply increase his pass protection knowledge. </p>
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<p>Staying on the interior, we have several big men that are seeing their stocks begin to take-off and potentially push themselves into Power Four status. Those interior O-linemen would be <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1587368' first='Logan' last='Murray'] </strong>(Davidson Acad.), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1566197' first='Parker' last='Cox'] </strong>(Stone Memorial), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1673214' first='Jake' last='Baker'] </strong>(Ensworth), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1133950' first='Cash' last='Freeman'] </strong>(Baylor), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1857508' first='Titus' last='Tervanen'] </strong>(McCallie), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='905243' first='Skyler' last='Smith'] </strong>(CPA), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='904845' first='Marlee' last='Watts'] </strong>(Alcoa), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1597028' first='Jaydien' last='Mullins'] </strong>(Munford), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1700869' first='Xavier' last='Yelder'] </strong>(Brentwood Acad.) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1753840' first='Maddox' last='McClure'] </strong>from Baylor </p>
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<p>Keep track of Murray moving forward as this Nashville O-lineman is starting to emerge in a big way and could be on the threshold of gaining Power Four interest and offers. The Bears senior handles tackle for his team but translates best in college at offensive guard. Murray is a powerful young man that moves well laterally, showing athleticism with his pass blocking as well as being a people mover in the run game. </p>
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<p>Cox looks to be transitioning to the interior in college and I believe he can excel there due to his athleticism and build that can pack on additional weight. Moving to Stone Memorial for his senior season, Cox has spent a lot of time at tackle and he could be there again this Fall but his upside resides best on the interior where he might turn into an excellent center. Ensworth has one of the better O-line units in the state that is spearheaded by Baker, who is a versatile big man that presents upside at guard. I can see Baker being a “Top 20” ranked O-linemen, especially if he continues to increase his agility and bend. </p>
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<p>Freeman could be in consideration for the top “center” prospect we have in our senior class. The Red Raiders interior O-lineman has experience at guard as well but his film and work screams center and I believe he could do well there in college due to his strong lower base, physicality and technique. His teammate in McClure could be viewed in the same fashion. I see this 6'4 280 plus lineman as a future center in college but someone athletic enough to handle guard or possible tackle as well. McClure is one of the better athletes in this class but to become the kind of player I think he can, he must get bigger and gain more mass. </p>
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<p>Holding less than 10 offers at the moment, I think Tervanen is a hidden gem that I feel can become a Power Four guy down the road. This is a wide bodied blocker that gets out of his stance well and into his opponent quickly. Tervanen is a powerful dude with strong hands that moves people with ease but also sports athleticism and lateral quickness. Another powerful dude is Watts, a multi-year starter at Alcoa that I think could start at guard early in his college career. The Tornadoes senior is efficient in his work, meaning Watts plays a clean brand of football along with being a people mover and solid pass protector. </p>
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<p>One of the better center prospects in this class is Smith. This Nashville area prospect has steadily gotten better throughout his career while gaining the needed size to contend on the next level. Coming from CPA, Smith is a well versed young man that knows what he is doing on the field, providing good leadership and consistent play in the trenches. If he can continue adding more weight, Smith might eventually turn into an impactful starting center. </p>
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<p>Gaining some traction on the recruiting trail headed into summer camp season is Mullins. This Memphis area product has picked up some FCS offers of late but could be on the verge of breaking into D1 status due to his athletic profile and upside as a multi-talented offensive guard. Yelder is a true guard prospect that eats up space due to his wide frame but can also move people with ease as well. If you want a true run blocker, Yelder is your guy. If the Eagles senior can enhance his agility and foot speed, big time programs might start to get involved. </p>
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<p><strong>Fringe Power Four, D1 Guys; Definite FCS Prospects</strong></p>
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<p>- Some of the prospects listed in this section already hold several high quality offers but I feel through my scouting, they still have a ways to go before they fulfill their potential or are able to sustain themselves on the biggest stage of college football. There are strong traits and tools here with these players that speak towards their upside and potential to start on the next level. I think college staffs will find some gems in this section! </p>
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<p>One guy who I think is flying under the radar that has the athletic look and profile is East Nashville offensive tackle <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1571426' first='Gonni' last='Martin']</strong>. Standing 6 '6 280 plus pounds, the Eagles senior has all the tools and traits you look for in a tackle and his film isn't too bad either. He shows good lower body movements along with long arms and big hands to lock down opposing linemen. Martin needs to continue getting bigger and stronger but the ceiling is high with this guy. </p>
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<p>Two other potential college tackles that need more development but look to have high ceilings it's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='904973' first='Zachais' last='Ratliff'] </strong>from Southwind and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2045254' first='Jaiden' last='Strother'] </strong>out of Houston. Both these guys are two of the better athletes from our senior class that have the athleticism, build and length to handle a college pass rush. Ratliff is still raw as he needs to gain more weight but also work on his bend and overall strength. Strother does show nice bend along with quick feet but definitely needs more mass. I do like the upside here from both these guys and I think both could be D1, possible P4 players one day. </p>
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<p>Morristown-West guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2151418' first='Cam' last='Dailey'] </strong>and Oakland senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1635143' first='Chandler' last='Cates'] </strong>are two physical maulers in the run game that displace people or show the strength to hold up at the point of attack. Both Dailey and Cates handle tackle for their respective teams but translates best in college at offensive guard. Another guy I like best on the interior compared to where he plays at Ravenwood is <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1974137' first='Cam' last='Fazilat']</strong>. Standing 6 '5 300 pounds, Fazilat handles left tackle with the Raptors but his build and powerful upper body fits best at guard on the next level. </p>
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<p>Time will be needed for <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1592127' first='Carmello' last='Peoples'] </strong>(Tyner Acad.) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1312032' first='Bowen' last='Gottselig'] </strong>(McCallie) to fill out their frames while enhancing their games but long term potential is there for both guys to play tackle on the collegiate gridiron. Peoples is a tall and long lineman that shows the lower body movements to remain on the outside but right now, I'm leaning towards him excelling at guard. I think Gottselig does have potential to stay at tackle. He displays good athletic movements on film along with a power profile that can be formed into a solid run blocker. </p>
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<p>We haven't heard a lot of buzz yet on Fairley senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1704480' first='Zachari' last='Davis'] </strong>but he is someone I like with long term potential. The Bulldogs big man plays tackle for his team and I can see where Davis could play there in college but he must develop quicker footwork along with more agility. The power is already in place, which is why I may like him on the interior at offensive guard. His offseason development will be critical for his future. </p>
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<p>Beech senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1634767' first='London' last='Parks'] </strong>and <strong>MUS </strong>big man <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2160474' first='Matthew' last='Ray'] </strong>are two true offensive guard prospects that I think could swing and play on the left or right side. Parks has potential to be a people mover that excels with his run blocking. He's a better athlete than it may show on film as well. A brute mauler that gets after guys in the run game, Ray is a physical competitor that moves well with his lower base, showing fast enough to feet to excel with his pulling and trapping. </p>
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<p>Rounding out this section are two interior blockers in <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1570544' first='Preston' last='Ashmore'] </strong>(Page) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1651712' first='Artie' last='Anderson'] </strong>(Briarcrest Chrst.) that provide versatility up front with maybe their best upside coming at center. Handling tackle for his Patriots, Ashmore is an athletic guy that moves well while showing gritty game play. The kind of bend and explosion that Ashmore plays with might work very well at both guard or center. Anderson brings a nice wide frame along with good arm length to the field that I think could play well at all three interior O-line positions. He does have experience at center and I believe he could start there in college. </p>
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<p><strong>Talented But Developmental</strong></p>
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<p>- Each and every recruiting class has big men that need further development with either their bodies or their games before they are capable of being an impactful starter. This section shows several of those guys from our TN2027 class that need time to grow into their frames, which in turn would make a difference in their game play. Simple maturation could be the answer as well. Either way, this section points out some talented big men in our senior class that will need to develop before they fulfill their potential. </p>
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<p>This section is full of interior O-line prospects with not too many guys destined to play tackle in college. There are a handful that might be able to play outside if called upon but guards and centers is what you will find here. One guy who has some experience at tackle but is new to the state is Briarcrest Christian senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1393910' first='Justin' last='Amouzougan']</strong>. This 6 '3 wide bodied mauler isn't far off from being a fringe D1 guy but the Saints big man needs time to form his body better while enhancing his lower body explosion and quickness. </p>
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<p>Hardin Valley senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1294325' first='Durgan' last='Ragland'] </strong>and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1662928' first='Blake' last='Leigh'] </strong>from Shelbyville Central are guys that have spent a lot of time playing tackle for their respective teams but translate best to the interior in college. Ragland is a tall guy that bends well at the waist while showing an explosive first step. He definitely needs to bulk up and if he does so, I can see Ragland forming into a solid center or guard. Leigh is a bulky young man that eats up space and moves people with ease. The Golden Eagles senior needs time to develop his lower half athleticism but the physicality is there to become a mauling guard in the future. </p>
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<p>Coming off winning a state title and being a key piece up front, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1567255' first='Colin' last='Romero'] </strong>is a versatile prospect that can play several positions on the line but looks to translate best in college on the interior. The Eagles senior handles tackle for his team but his athletic build and profile speaks toward a future on the interior where I think Romero can form into an outstanding center prospect. </p>
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<p>Three more high school tackles in <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1568976' first='Tyi' last='Duncan'] </strong>(Riverdale), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1580778' first='Timothy' last='Gay'] </strong>(Bradley Cent.) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2182534' first='Aaden' last='Teague'] </strong>(Henry Co.) all projects to the interior in college where I believe all three can become excellent run blockers from the guard position. Duncan is a massive young man that eats up a lot of space and holds strong at the point of attack. The Warriors big man needs to get better athletically while enhancing his foot speed but the raw power is there to become dominating in the run game. </p>
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<p>A multi-year starter with Bradley Central, Gay embraces the physical aspects of the game and loves knocking people off the line. The Bears senior is strong with a powerful upper body that shows up in his run blocking, which is why I like his upside best at offensive guard. Teague is the one guy here that could have a shot to remain at tackle but a lot of work must be done to stay out there. He first must build his body and gain more mass while also improving his pad level and quickness. If he does that, Teague could stay at tackle but ultimately, I like his potential better on the interior. </p>
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<p>We got several under the radar and maybe undersized interior O-line prospects that could be considered some of the best center or guard athletes in this class. A few of those guys would be <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1687498' first='Ian' last='Friday'] </strong>(MUS), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2135990' first='Noah' last='Britt'] </strong>(USJ), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='902973' first='Lane' last='Ferguson'] </strong>(Alcoa), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1708850' first='Peyton' last='Standridge'] </strong>(Meigs Co.), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='905242' first='Caleb' last='Coffman'] </strong>(Page) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1896221' first='Landon' last='Hill'] </strong>from Spring Hill. </p>
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<p>Some of the best athletic O-line work I've seen on film comes from Friday. This Memphis area lineman looks smooth, like he is gliding when he pulls or traps. The Owls senior does need to get a little bigger but the athletic tools are there to become an outstanding center or guard on the next level. Britt and Hill are maulers in the run game that move well laterally where it shows up in their pulling and trapping. Hill needs to continue getting stronger while Britt must bounce back after a torn ACL last Fall. Both could boost their stocks with strong senior years. </p>
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<p>Alcoa has a strong long term option on the college level in Ferguson. This 6 '4 290 pound O-lineman has the athleticism and body style to develop into a competent starter one day with added more and technique. Coffman is a multi-year starter that has played several roles across the Pats O-line, which speaks towards his football knowledge and versatility. His height is holding schools back but Coffman is a serviceable guy that brings a lot of value to the line. Standridge is someone I really like and if he was two inches taller, he would be holding more offers. The Tigers senior moves very well, showing agility and excellent bend along with the ability to get to the second level. </p>
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<p>Christian Brothers senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1306692' first='Alex' last='Sansom']</strong>, GCA big man <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='439667' first='Will' last='DeLong'] </strong>and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='866736' first='Max' last='Paschall'] </strong>out of South Gibson are three big bodied interior blockers that eat up space and do a good job of moving people off their spots. Sansom has the most versatility of three as he has experience at tackle and could transition to center somewhere down the road. He has gotten better athletically and presented a better profile for college coaches to dive into. Increased agility would do wonders for Sansom in his game and recruitment. </p>
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<p>DeLong has done an outstanding job of losing weight and trying to re-form his body. He is now down to 285 pounds, which should be very helpful with his lateral quickness and overall athleticism. If he can continue to develop his lower half while adding in more strength, his profile as a college offensive guard will rise. Paschall is a massive young man (6'6 325 lbs) that is hard to move off his spot. Once the Hornets big man gets his big paws on his man, it's usually over for him. More work is needed with his athleticism and bend but from a run blocking point of view, Paschall has the power to get the job done. </p>
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<p>One of the more experienced center prospects we have in this class is Hendersonville senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1602208' first='Colt' last='Patterson']</strong>. A gritty, tough competitor with a lot of football intelligence, Patterson has a chance to work his way into FCS status with a strong showing during summer camps as well as putting forth his best high school season yet with the Commandos. This dude is a worker with a great attitude, so I would put my money on Patterson and his ability to start and excel on the collegiate gridiron. </p>
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<p>Moving to the West side of Tennessee, four offensive linemen in <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1670074' first='Tracy' last='Shaw'] </strong>(Melrose), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1893082' first='Hamilton' last='Washington'] </strong>(Fairley), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1773095' first='Jaylen' last='Tisdale'] </strong>(Westview) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2154591' first='Micah' last='Ashby'] </strong>from Southwind are long term, potential big pay off blockers that either need to develop their skill sets further or get bigger and more physical. Shaw is the lone guy here that may have a shot to play in college on either side of the line. His athleticism and build speaks to me towards being an O-lineman in the future. </p>
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<p>Washington is a pure guard prospect that excels with his run blocking, sporting good upper body power and a strong lower base that allows him to push people off the ball. He is a solid athlete too but if he can enhance that area with developing his technique, making it to the FCS level is possible. TIsdale may have the most long term potential of these four West Tennessee guys. The Chargers senior has the build and look of an athletic tackle that has versatility to play anywhere across the line. Interior versatility is the calling card for Ashby. The Jags senior is a good athlete that fires off the ball well but must get bigger and stronger to sustain himself as a starter in college. </p>
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<p>BGA senior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2081569' first='Kayden' last='Adams']</strong>, Macon Co. big man <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2156646' first='Wyatt' last='Walrond'] </strong>and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='906277' first='Tanner' last='Tapp'] </strong>from Ensworth are three underrated interior O-linemen that may not have the ideal look or size but they are hard nosed competitors that bring a nice mix of athleticism and physicality to the playing field. Adams handles center for his Wildcats team and that's where I have him projected for in college. He could play guard in a pinch if needed but for the long term, I like his upside best snapping the ball and handling the middle of the line. </p>
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<p>If any college coaches are looking for someone that gets after it with his run blocking, Walrond may be your guy. The Tigers senior big man is built like a bowling ball, a thick and physical guy that drives his man off the ball and finishes with violence. If Tapp was two to three inches taller, he would have more interest right now. This Nashville area O-lineman gets out of the blocks fast and into his opponent quickly, playing with tenacity on a consistent basis. Tapp brings versatility up front as I could see him starting in college at either guard or center. </p>
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<p>Putting a cap on this section, these final guys to talk about are all interior options on the next level that are either lacking the ideal size or need further development with their athleticism and bodies. These linemen would be <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1635686' first='Blaze' last='Parker'] </strong>(Fairview), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263300' first='Austin' last='Pilkerton'] </strong>(East Robertson), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1556834' first='Tucker' last='Mize'] </strong>(Centennial), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1705058' first='Aaron' last='Pulfrey'] </strong>(Summit), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1727807' first='Luke' last='Tomlinson'] </strong>(Sullivan-East), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1111031' first='Landon' last='Hart'] </strong>(Harriman) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='932937' first='Neyland' last='Roe'] </strong>out of Jackson Christian. All these guys are considered D2 prospects right now but have a shot to boost their stocks with strong senior seasons. </p>
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<p>Parker may be the closest to competing for a starting spot in college compared to others. The Yellow Jackets O-lineman has the size (6'4 320) wanted on the line along with deceptive athleticism that can improve over time. Mize would be the next one in line when it comes to having the look and size wanted on the next level. The Cougars senior handles tackle for his team but for college, Mize fits best at guard where he can use his size to knock people off the ball in the run game. </p>
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<p>Pilkerton, Pulfrey and Tomlinson are three guys that stand at least 6 '4 270 plus pounds with the look and upside to carve out starting roles one day. There isn't a lot of info out there on Pilkerton but the little I have seen shows a deceptive athlete that moves pretty well for size but has a lot of development to go with both his body and his game. Pulfrey will need several years in the weight room to gain size and build his body but I see athletic tools with him that can be developed at several O-line positions. There isn't a lot of buzz on Tomlinson right now but hopefully after a strong senior year, he can find a spot to develop in college and become the kind of guy his potential shows on film. </p>
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<p>Two physical maulers in Hart and Roe have good things about them on film that I like and think can be utilized further on the college stage. Playing at a small town school like Harriman, Hart doesn't compete against the best competition but he has the size wanted and underrated athleticism that can be developed further in college. Roe is someone that loves physicality and putting guys on the ground. What is holding back college staffs from offering is his height (6 '2) and need for further lower base agility. His interior versatility is a selling point though as Roe could handle all three positions with maybe his best upside coming at center. </p>
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<p>As you can see in this article, our senior O-line class is very deep and we still have others in this group that haven't been mentioned but have a shot to improve and get themselves on the college radar. The depth here is what could make the offensive line the best offensive position within the TN2027 class and maybe the best one overall. Time will tell on that but things look good right now for the O-linemen to lead the way with the most college signees when it's all said and done. </p>
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<p><strong>Other O-linemen to Know: </strong>(C/G) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1576815' first='Luke' last='Wilson'] </strong>- Chester Co., (OG) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1726927' first='Dayton' last='Myers'] </strong>(Daniel Boone), (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='906620' first='Daniel' last='Jarquin'] </strong>- Pope Prep, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1694975' first='Noah' last='Tarver'] </strong>- Upperman, (OL) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1671547' first='Torriq' last='Brooks'] </strong>- Kirkwood, (OG) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1937066' first='Avantae' last='Morrison'] </strong>- Riverdale, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1651714' first='Patrick' last='McCammon'] </strong>- Brentwood, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2156626' first='Julian' last='Jones'] </strong>- Jellico, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1643231' first='Eli' last='Tolley'] </strong>- Anderson Co., (C/G) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2143590' first='Crosby' last='Bonde'] </strong>- MBA, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2179831' first='Charles' last='Cates'] </strong>- Northview Acad., (OG) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1598546' first='Dakota' last='Bedwell'] </strong>- Springfield, (C/G) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2148589' first='Ayden' last='Van Winkle'] </strong>- Coffee Co., (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1597021' first='Braxton' last='Miller'] </strong>- Houston Co., (OG) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1598500' first='Weston' last='Davis'] </strong>- Heritage, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='904913' first='Stevion' last='Jones'] </strong>- Germantown, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1580776' first='Daniel' last='Callahan'] </strong>- Page, (OL) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1675164' first='Graham' last='Wright'] </strong>- Knox. Halls, (C/G) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1285799' first='De'Nerio' last='Harding'] </strong>- Clarksville, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='933025' first='Jon' last='Parker Graves'] </strong>- Riverside, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1629118' first='Josh' last='Frensley'] </strong>- Westview, (G/C) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2171336' first='Jeffrey' last='Federov'] </strong>- Ravenwood,(OL) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2172204' first='Steven' last='Federov'] </strong>- Ravenwood, (OG) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2148592' first='Noah' last='Stooksberry'] </strong>- Dresden, (C/G) <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1366551' first='Vance' last='Young'] </strong>- Anderson Co.</p>
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Going through all the offensive line film, it's hard not to say that this position group might be the best overall from our in-state senior class. This group is extremely deep with a lot known guys at the top and several under the radar prospects that have a chance to reach power status by the end of the 2026 season. Here we go in-depth on the O-line and provide an outlook on how good this position is and how strong it should look come signing day.
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