2024 Defensive Linemen Breakdowns
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The defensive linemen listed in this preview are amongst the best in state for the Class of 2024. The players utilize quickness, good use of hands, and technique to stop offensive plays throughout a game. The top six defensive linemen…
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Continue ReadingThe defensive linemen listed in this preview are amongst the best in state for the Class of 2024. The players utilize quickness, good use of hands, and technique to stop offensive plays throughout a game. The top six defensive linemen will draw the attention of opposing offensive units during the season.
Jaden Pierce Jaden Pierce 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL Shelby | 2024 State NC , 6’2″ 310 (No. 1 DL, No. 11 Overall), Shelby HS. Jaden is quick out of his stance to make contact with blockers while moving past them for stops. He displayed good technique along with good use of hands to overpower blockers to make stops in the backfield. He finished last season with 66 total tackles, 13 of the tackles were for losses. He is expected to be one of the leaders and anchor one of the State’s best defensive units. He is a “run-stopper” on the inside running plays. Jaden’s performance on the field will generate recruiting interest for him.
Bryce Young Bryce Young 6'5" | 225 lbs | DL Charlotte Christian | 2024 State NC , 6’4″ 215 (No. 2 DL, No. 29 Overall), Charlotte Christian HS. Bryce displayed good technique and use of hands to control blockers while moving past them for stops. He is expected to step up his performance on the field to make an impact on the defensive unit. Bryce is expected to be one of the leaders on the defensive line during the upcoming season. The recruiting interest will pick up for him based on field performance.
Braxton Lassiter Braxton Lassiter 6'5" | 260 lbs | DL Leesville Road | 2024 State NC , 6’4″ 260 (N0. 3 DL, No. 34 Overall), Leesville Road HS. Braxton displayed good technique and use of hands to control blockers while moving past them for stops. He runs well in the open field to close in quickly on the ball carrier for stops. He finished last season with 39 total tackles, 13 of the tackles were for losses. Braxton is expected to be one of the leaders on the defensive line during the upcoming season. Braxton’s performance on the field will generate recruiting interest for him.
Michael Mullins (MJ), 6’1″ 275 (No. 4 DL, No. 37 Overall), East Forsyth HS. Michael was quick out of his stance to make contact with blockers while moving past them for stops. He displayed good technique and good use of hands to control blockers. He finished last season with 45 total tackles, 12 of the tackles were for losses. Michael is expected to be one of the leaders on the defensive line during the upcoming season. Michael’s performance on the field will generate recruiting interest for him.
Deric Dandy, 6’4″ 215 (No. 5 DL, No. 47 Overall), Mount Airy HS. Deric displayed good technique and good use of hands to control blockers while moving past them for stops. He is quick out of his stance to make contact with blockers while moving past them for stops in the backfield. Deric is expected to be one of the leaders on the defensive line during the upcoming season. He finished last season with 60 total tackles, 18 of the tackles were for losses. Deric’s performance on the field will generate recruiting interest for him.
Divon Dabney, 6’5″ 280 (No. 6 DL, No. 67 Overall), South Granville HS. Divon displayed good technique and good use of hands to control blockers while moving past them for stops. He is a big and mobile lineman who moves well in tight spaces. He finished last season with 36 total tackles, 12 of the tackles were for losses. Divon is expected to be one of the leaders on the defensive line during the upcoming season. Divon’s performance on the field will generate recruiting interest for him.