Notable Class of 2022 Offensive Lineman to watch
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There’s some intriguing prospects at the offensive line position in the class of 2022. The position becomes more valuable every year in the NFL, with quarterbacks signing huge contracts and needing protection. It’s the same at the high school and…
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Continue ReadingThere’s some intriguing prospects at the offensive line position in the class of 2022. The position becomes more valuable every year in the NFL, with quarterbacks signing huge contracts and needing protection. It’s the same at the high school and college level as well, without the money. Most quarterbacks are very valuable and thus need to be protected like precious cargo. Lineman can make an offense’s job much easier by giving the quarterback time to throw and allowing receivers time to get open. I think every coach in football right now will admit the importance of a dominant offensive line.
In 2022, the position group is led by Ka’Marii Landers Ka’Marii Landers 6'4" | 290 lbs | OL Fordson | 2022 State MI and Jackson Pruitt Jackson Pruitt 6'3" | 260 lbs | OL Cass Tech | 2022 State MI . While those are two tremendous players, there’s also a group of guys that deserve more attention as we inch closer to the season. Here are some of the under the radar recruits at offensive line that could take a huge leap when the season starts.
Camren May Camren May 6'5" | 255 lbs | OL Detroit Southeastern | 2022 MIThe Detroit Southeastern big man currently has an offer from Grand Valley State. He has a huge frame and can drive opponents off the line. What he lacks in athleticism, he makes up for with solid technique and weight room strength. If he has a big 2021 season, look for May to have offers rolling in. He’s also not reliant on playing at the right tackle position, as he could make the move inside because of his play style.
Daniel Babcock Daniel Babcock 6'3" | 255 lbs | OL Lake Orion | 2022 State MIAll- State honorable mention✅
All- Detroit 1st team✅
All-Region✅ https://t.co/1bGTyB0fOQ— ᴄᴀᴍ 🚀 (@_Camrenmay_) February 24, 2021
Babcock has the perfect combination of nastiness and a solid anchor on the offensive line. He can move, as demonstrated by his 4.58 shuttle. In the somewhat rare occasion that he does pull down the line for Lake Orion, he is a force to be reckon with. He was just recently offered by Northern Michigan and we should expect to see a lot more schools show interest as summer camps hit full steam.
Noah Bauman Noah Bauman 6'3" | 280 lbs | OL Ottawa Lake Whiteford | 2022 MIAfter a great talk with @CoachJurasin, I am extremely excited to announced that I have received my second offer from Northern Michigan University! @RisingStars6 @AthletesEdgeUSA @John_cmu29 @LOCoachE @lohsathletics @GeorgeYarberry @power5football2 @AllenTrieu @TheD_Zone pic.twitter.com/zwjIlBCRKz
— Daniel Babcock (@DanielBabcock18) June 4, 2021
The 1st Team All State and All Region player, Bauman is a load to deal with up front if you’re a defensive lineman. He can blow up the front 4 and make life harder in the run defense game. He’s a nasty lineman who uses his hands and pure power to throw lineman around. He’s certainly has some of the best film in the state at his position and should be a name to watch this summer.
DeAntwan Franklin DeAntwan Franklin 6'2" | 290 lbs | OL West Bloomfield | 2022 MIReady for the season to start!! @mensingjason @toddthieken @ben_avis @bob_ondo #pancakeplatoon @linemanissues pic.twitter.com/SUxSFCpsiD
— Noah Bauman (@NoahBauman3) June 7, 2020
The physical guard has a lot of potential playing on the interior of the offensive line. He has the ideal frame and some really solid technique, especially in the pass game. Another prospect that should have a big summer in terms of recruiting, as he hasn’t yet fully hit his potential. Expect Franklin to dominate next season if he continues to grow as a player.
Jeffery Burton Jeffery Burton 6'5" | 305 lbs | OL Fordson | 2022 MIThrowback clip from West Bloomfield’s showcase last year 💚. pic.twitter.com/xfV3hH9EL4
— De’Antwan Franklin™ (@DeAntwan64) November 12, 2019
Fordson has a history of having big time offensive linemen and it’s no secret that Burton could be the next to fill those shoes. Burton is a player who plays till the whistle and always finishes his blocks. He has the frame to play all three positions on the line which could make him an even more enticing prospect. He allowed 0 pressures and 0 sacks in 2020, which is an incredible feat to accomplish in high school.