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The Valley Tigers return a solid group of starters from last year’s squad, including Alonzo Jimenez Alonzo Jimenez 6'0" | 270 lbs | DL Valley | 2026 State IA , who will be a key run defender. As a junior, Alonzo recorded 30 tackles, three TFLs, 1.5 sacks, and a fumble recovery. Alonzo plays the 1-2 techniques very well, where he has proven effective as a two-gap defender who can occupy space and plug up the A and B gaps to shut down the interior run game. He’s surprisingly twitchy, which is evident in a few reps where he was able to fire off the ball and split the double team before they could fully engage. Powerful base and leg drive enable him to force blockers from their spot. Jimenez plays with heavy hands that land accurately when punching at his opponent, and knows how to win the inside hands leverage battle. Alonzo has received offers from Simpson College, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Buena Vista University, and Central College so far. Buy stock now!

Jimenez was a force on a Tiger defensive line that helped the program reach the Class 5A title game. He finished his junior season with 30.0 tackles (20 solo, 3.0 TFL), 1.5 sacks and a fumble recovery. Jimenez’s junior highlight video reveals a disruptive force in the middle of the defensive line. He explodes off of the snap and puts the O-Lineman on his heels right away. Jimenez is proficient at getting off of the blocks and knows how to use his hands. Power is the name of his game, but he’s agile and athletic, too.