Offensive Lineman Elevate Stock with Tape Review

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em><br><br>We spent a couple of days this week breaking down film of prospects across the state.&nbsp; Let's take a look at the offensive lineman who caught our attention!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='2234980' first='Antonio' last='Grayes'] (East St. Louis – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Grayes is a massive offensive tackle that moves so well for his size.&nbsp; Can get out in space and block on the move.&nbsp; Pulls well in the run game along with getting to the second level overwhelming linebackers.&nbsp; Wide base, insane length, and is a pancake machine!&nbsp; Love how light he is on his feet while using power in his hands.&nbsp; Seals off his side of the ball with ease.&nbsp; In pass protection his footwork, mirroring, and anchor are a tough combination.&nbsp; One of the best offensive lineman in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Saxton Pairolero (St. Charles East – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The left guard comes in at 6'1” 250 pounds.&nbsp; Wide bodied and physical guard that can block on the move, work well on doubles, and has a physical punch at the point of attack.&nbsp; Opens holes up on the interior by sealing well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Andrew Haley Jr (Barrington – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The senior offensive lineman checks in at 6'1” and 260 pounds.&nbsp; Interior offensive lineman moves bodies up front at either guard or center.&nbsp; Seals well at the pivot, gets out to the second level, and has some mobility blocking on the second level.&nbsp; Gets good leverage and battles!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Ryan Stork (Oswego – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'1” 250 pound senior center has served up 30 pancakes on the season while allowing zero sacks.&nbsp; Broad shoulders and strong frame.&nbsp; Good athlete being able to get to the second level and be light on his feet while using his powerful upper body to put defenders on the ground.&nbsp; Works well with teammates on double teams.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Jan Lomidze (Rockford Jefferson – 2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'0” 215 pound offensive tackle went up against one of the premier edge rushers in nation and fought him tooth and nail all night.&nbsp; Gets out of his stance quickly kicking in pass protection.&nbsp; Can also slide in to block against blitzers or interior rushers.&nbsp; Depending on how much he grows might project best at guard, but he is definitely a next level player with his natural feel and fundamentals as a pass blocker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Charles Plunkett (Crystal Lake South – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Plunkett is listed at 6'2” and 275 pounds.&nbsp; Strong upper body and is a quality pass protector not allowing rushers to get in his body.&nbsp; Explodes off the line in run game and is a good puller.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1663562' first='Carson' last='Sexton'] (Gibson City – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The offensive guard is a monster against small school competition.&nbsp; Overwhelms with his power and physicality coming out of his stance in the run game.&nbsp; Like his ability to anchor as a pass pro guy as well.&nbsp; Plays with a mean streak to his game!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='2395047' first='Antoine' last='Howard Jr'] (Simeon – 2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Howard is a 5'11” 260 pound offensive lineman that plays on the interior.&nbsp; Gets out to the second level attaching on and moving his man.&nbsp; Super strong and compact frame wrestling opponents to the ground.&nbsp; Very physical at the pivot spot in the run game.&nbsp; Plays with a ton of tenacity!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Anthony Santori (Providence Catholic – 2027)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'6” 290 pounds Santori put together some solid film against Mt. Carmel's elite defense.&nbsp; Right tackle drives with a strong lower half and good athleticism.&nbsp; Anchors against pass rushers with a strong base.&nbsp; Keeps rushers out of his body using his length.&nbsp; Solid kick and mirror in pass pro.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->