Big Boys Upfront on Offensive Line Making Noise with Tape

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em><br><br>Prep Redzone Illinois examines offensive lineman across the state who are making us take notice with their early season tape!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='2140295' first='Liam' last='Barrett'] (St. Charles East – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barrett has played up to his high ranking as a junior.&nbsp; Elite size, length, and has a tremendous mean streak.&nbsp; Bowls over edges in the run sealing off that side or pushing them several yards off the ball with ease.&nbsp; The athleticism really shines especially in pass protection where he has showcased great footwork, technique, and a powerful punch.&nbsp; Anchors when he needs to and can mirror as well.&nbsp; No doubt P4 offensive tackle!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1621319' first='Brock' last='Thompson'] (Loyola – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thompson is one of the more coveted offensive lineman by colleges in the 2028 class.&nbsp; The 6'4” 305 pound versatile lineman is a gritty and tough lineman that drives his man with his lower half.&nbsp; Strong base and sound technically.&nbsp; Mirrors and anchors against talented pass rushers.&nbsp; Think long term he is an elite level guard in college.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1598839' first='Daijon' last='Overton'] (Morgan Park – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overton goes 6'4” and 340 pounds.&nbsp; The CPS offensive lineman is a big boy that plays right tackle for the Mustangs.&nbsp; Anchors pretty well against rushers using his long arms and base to anchor.&nbsp; Bully in the run game using his size to overwhelm defenders on the edge.&nbsp; Powerful use of his hands with solid athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Antonio Walker (Muchin Prep – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Walker goes 6'3” 244 pounds.&nbsp; The big bodied offensive lineman brings good athleticism, powerful hands, and is a solid pass blocker.&nbsp; One to watch this offseason!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL/DL Jack Patten (Grayslake Central – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Patten goes 6'4” and 290 pounds playing both sides of the line.&nbsp; As an offensive tackle he is impactful in the run game with his raw strength putting guys on the ground.&nbsp; Solid in pass pro with decent footwork and a strong punch. &nbsp;In week 5 he had 4 TFL and a sack defensively.&nbsp; Big body that runs pretty well and gets major push in the pocket.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='2144270' first='Damare' last='Griffin'] (King – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Massive senior at 6'4” 330 pounds.&nbsp; Plays defensive tackle and right tackle.&nbsp; As a defensive lineman he mauls up front with his pure size overwhelming interior lineman.&nbsp; Has some pass rush potential.&nbsp; As an offensive tackle he is extremely physical in the run game while showing the athleticism to get to the second level.&nbsp; Decent footwork as well in pass pro.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Andrew Fuenzalida (Glenbard West – 2030)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Freshman offensive tackle goes 6'7” 225 pounds and was recently on campus at Illinois for a visit.&nbsp; At the sophomore level he is dominant with his frame and athleticism being able to block in both the run and pass game.&nbsp; Can't wait to see where he ends up at after adding a ton of good weight over the next three years.&nbsp; Technically sound and mobile as pass blocker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1732757' first='Erick' last='Becerra'] (Rockford Boylan – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The senior 6'3” 280 pound offensive lineman brings versatility being able to play up and down the line, but probably projects best at guard.&nbsp; Gritty interior offensive lineman that has the raw strength to anchor on the interior in pass pro.&nbsp; Powerful punch putting opponents on the ground.&nbsp; Explodes off the ball in the run blowing up defensive lineman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='2174761' first='AJ' last='Redmon'] (Wheaton St. Francis – 2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Redmon is one of the best prospects in the state of Illinois in 2029 playing at either defensive tackle or on the offensive side at right tackle.&nbsp; As a sophomore he has really emerged as an offensive tackle.&nbsp; At 6'3” 315 pounds he is a dancing bear with how light he is on his feet and super athletic.&nbsp; The right tackle.&nbsp; Mirrors well, anchors, uses his length and punch, along with kicking out when pass rushers try to go wide.&nbsp; All the physical and athletic tools are there!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1992003' first='Jackson' last='Bonebrake'] (Benet – 2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sophomore 6'1” 250 pound offensive lineman is off to a strong start this season.&nbsp; Right now is getting great experience as a tackle going up against elite edge rushers.&nbsp; Might end up kicking inside to guard long term.&nbsp; Love the footwork and anchoring in pass protection.&nbsp; So sound technically with versatility to play up and down the line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='2166439' first='Kyle' last='Keeney'] (OPRF – 2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We previously saw Keeney as a defensive tackle, but he is really shining as a sophomore playing on the offensive line at left tackle.&nbsp; Long arms and broad frame.&nbsp; Anchors well against pass rushers and pushes with his lower half in the run game.&nbsp; The athleticism plays getting out in front of his guys and on the second level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Charlie Harrington (Lyons – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harrington is a senior offensive lineman that plays both center and tackle at 6'3” 265 pounds.&nbsp; Plays with a wide base and has the athleticism to get to the second level.&nbsp; Light on his feet being able to kick out against speed rushers.&nbsp; Buries edges down the line on his side of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Braxton Vass (Illini West – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vass is a MASSIVE DUDE at 6'7” 390 pounds.&nbsp; Will obviously have to trim down long term, but he is actually not bad athletically getting out to the second level blocking and has a mean streak to his game!&nbsp; Mauls in the run game with his ability to make defenders look like a blocking sled.&nbsp; Decent in pass pro for a couple seconds anchoring or mirroring a little.&nbsp; Project type guy small colleges should be on early.&nbsp; Has 41 pancakes through 5 weeks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->