Malik Bolling
Malik Bolling
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Drew Toennies | Prep Redzone Scout
Malik
Bolling
6'2" | 255 lbs | DL
East Nashville | 2024
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TN
, a defensive lineman at East Nashville Magnet High School. Perhaps the most impressive aspect of Bolling’s playstyle is his ability to read the offense and find solid space in the pocket to apply pressure on and sack the quarterback. Bolling also stands out with his ability to lock in at the goal line, proving his awareness, positioning and his ability to stop the running back. Bolling also showcased his ability to adapt from along the edge, using his electric quickness to stop the opposition from escaping into the backfield.Access all of Prep Redzone
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Read EvaluationChris Smith | Prep Redzone Scout
Eval: This Nashville based defensive talent has been on my radar for the better part of two years now, so I’m quite familiar with Bolling and at this point of his senior recruitment, the Eagles D-lineman remains underrated but with a strong opportunity this Fall to breakout. I can see that breakthrough performance coming this year as Bolling was impressive this summer in camps, showing maturity with his craft while forming into his body better. What I like most about the Eagles senior product is his understanding of using his hands and how to get around blocks. Bolling is well trained and versed at rushing the backfield and using his hands to stay away from being locked up. He is also a good athlete that moves well up field and laterally, so Bolling could play a variety of roles across the D-line on the next level because of those abilities and traits. The biggest thing is that Bolling must continue working on his body while adding more weight and power. Bolling is athletic and mobile but he doesn’t have the mass right now to control the run game. He does well at rolling off blocks and getting after the ball but he does need to get much bigger to make a difference against the run. All that being said about his weight, Bolling is a worker and someone that will do anything it takes to make himself better, so if size is needed, this Mid-Tennessee talent will make it happen. Bolling does hold a few offers at the moment but he has yet to decide on a future home, so he is wide open with his recruitment and someone that could watch his stock rise this Fall with a banner senior season.
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Read EvaluationCJ Marable | Prep Redzone Scout
Quick, explosive 3-technique defensive lineman who fires off the snap with an outstanding first step and plays with proper pad level. Fluid if asked to twist or stunt, displays an array of moves protecting himself, and nicely redirects to the action. Stays with assignments and works hard to make plays.
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