North Coast Section: Top 2022 Offensive Lineman
The 2022 class is very strong through out Northern California, and that doesn’t change up front with the OL/DL. There are a wide range of prospects eagerly waiting to enter into their Junior seasons or who have already played some…
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Continue ReadingThe 2022 class is very strong through out Northern California, and that doesn’t change up front with the OL/DL. There are a wide range of prospects eagerly waiting to enter into their Junior seasons or who have already played some games for their respective club team. The 2022 Northern California OL group is very athletic and has good length while all impressing during their Sophomore seasons. Here, we will dive into some of the top 2022 offensive lineman in the North Coast Section.
Uluakinofo Taliauli Uluakinofo Taliauli 6'3" | 260 lbs | OL St. Francis | 2022 State CA 6’3″ 260 Ibs., Saint Francis-Mountain View HS
Currently holding one Power Five offer from the University of Oregon, Taliauli is coming off an impressive Sophomore campaign where he anchored the offensive line for one of the top teams in the region. Playing in one of the most competitive leagues in the state, Taliauli is a downhill blocker with good athleticism and tremendous strength upon contact. Showing good first step quickness and consistent leg drive through out his blocks while keeping a strong/wide base, he does a good job at sustaining blocks at the first two levels and finishes with good aggression and physicality. Athletic enough to pull and block in space while staying patient, he projects as a guard at the next level and should continue to see Power Five offers come his way as he enters his final two years of high school.
Jackson Brown 6’6″ 280 Ibs., San Ramon Valley High School
Already holding a Power Five offer from Colorado, Brown did not take any Varsity reps during his Sophomore season for the Wolves but was able to show why he is a Major D-I prospect this off-season. An extremely athletic prospect, he has ideal size and arm length for the tackle position while flashing good lateral movement ability and bend. Able to play club football this off-season, Brown showed good body control and foot quickness in pass pro while staying patient against both speed and power move pass rushers. Able to climb to the second level and sustain blocks, he plays with good physicality and very well might wind up with 10+ FBS offers by the time he finishes his prep career.
Nehemiah Musika 6’0″ 270 Ibs., Valley Christian-San Jose HS
An extremely physical and downhill blocker, Musika has a quick and powerful first step while exploding out of his stance with a strong first punch and leg drive through out first level blocks. Able to get out in space in a hurry, he flashes good foot speed and can block linebackers and even third level defenders while finishing blocks and playing with a nasty edge. Able to pull and efficiently get to the play-side shoulder on reach blocks, he is light on his feet, does a good job at controlling defenders with his hands and could turn into a center at the next level due to frame/athleticism. Very solid prospect that will draw D-I interest as he continues to get taller.
Drew Azzopardi 6’6″ 300 Ibs., Serra-San Mateo
Although a raw and still developing player, Azzopardi has good upside at the next level and is a great athlete, especially for his size. While attending the National Preps Showcase in November, he showed good lateral movement skills and is very light on his feet while keeping good balance with a strong base through out his blocks. Also displaying a good initial punch with inside hand placement and extension, Azzopardi has a good frame and can continue to add weight/muscle and will end up developing into a D-I offensive lineman in the next couple years.
Elijah Klock 6’1″ 290 Ibs., Campolindo HS
Currently not holding any offers but gathering Ivy League and FCS interest, Klock is a very technically sound player on both sides of the ball and projects as a guard at the next level. Also able to play club football this Winter, Klock showed good patience in pass pro while not lunging and being able to anchor against counter moves. Getting out of his stance in a hurry, Klock moves well in space while pulling/trapping and can get to the second level while taking good angles to defenders and finishing blocks/playing with good aggression and physicality. Projected as a FCS caliber player at the next level, Klock should continue to draw interest as he enters into his Senior season.