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Ja’Mari Laye

Ja’Mari Laye

Ja’Mari Laye

Linebacker
2024 Class
5'10" Height
200 Weight
DeSoto School
State
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Ja’Mari
Laye LB
Class
2024
Height
5'10"
Weight
200
HS
DeSoto
|
TX
Ja’Mari has established himself as a standout player with a multifaceted skill set. His game shows a proficiency...
Evaluation by Marcus Henry
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About Ja’Mari

Ja’Mari Laye is a 5'10" Linebacker in the 2024 class. Laye attends DeSoto in Texas. Laye's Player Profile was created on January 25, 2022. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Ja’Mari Laye is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Ja’Mari
Laye LB
Class
2024
Height
5'10"
Weight
200
HS
DeSoto
|
TX
Ja’Mari Laye
Ja’Mari has established himself as a standout player with a multifaceted skill set. His game shows a proficiency...
Written by Marcus Henry
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
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Marcus Henry

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Ja’Mari has established himself as a standout player with a multifaceted skill set. His game shows a proficiency in tackling, where he consistently demonstrates his ability to bring down opponents effectively. Laye’s technique in this aspect is noteworthy, as he utilizes great leverage to gain an advantage over his adversaries. This allows him to outmuscle opponents, contributing to his reputation as a tackling machine. One of Laye’s distinguishing attributes is his rapid ability to read the game, deciphering the movements of both the offense and defense with remarkable speed. This skill enables him to make split-second decisions, a critical asset for any linebacker. Laye approaches his tackles with a sense of control and precision, ensuring that he minimizes any missed tackles or broken plays. Maintaining proper positioning is vital and Laye excels in this regard. He consistently keeps his shoulders square to the ball carrier, making it challenging for opponents to evade his tackles. This fundamental technique enhances his effectiveness as a defender and a playmaker for his team. Laye’s talent extends beyond just tackling. He shines in the open field, where his ability to bring down ball carriers in one-on-one situations is truly remarkable. This not only disrupts the opponent’s offensive schemes but also shows off the aggressive demeanor of the Desoto defense. Laye’s performance against Duncanville in Week Ten was key to the Eagles silencing the noise around the state of who is the best team. He delivered multiple tackles for loss and a pivotal sack in the second half to shut down a Panthers drive. This sack effectively sealed the district title for his team, underlining his ability to step up in crucial moments and make game-changing plays. Laye’s skills and contributions defensively make him a formidable force on the football field. His tackling prowess, understanding of the game, and capacity to rise to the occasion are qualities that make him a player to watch on the Desoto defense as they look to defend their 6A DII title.

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DeSoto Game Scores

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DeSoto DeSoto 8-3
63
Copperas Cove Copperas Cove 6-5
6
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DeSoto DeSoto 8-3
53
Lancaster Lancaster 4-6
14
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DeSoto DeSoto 8-3
46
Cedar Hill Cedar Hill 6-5
9
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