The tackle spot is led by Uko, who's dominant spring and summer catapulted
him to the top. Utah has an elite prospect as usual, in Heimuli, and
Washington and Hawaii have a pair of standouts.
Defensive Tackles
1. George Uko, Chino (Calif.) Don Lugo
The top defensive tackle at the Scout.com Combine, he sowed up this spot after
being the star at USC's Rising Stars Camp.
2. Ricky Heimuli, Salt Lake City (Utah) Brighton
Heimuli was right behind Uko at the SC camp, and he's wanted by all the top
programs in the country.
3. Sione Potoae, Lakewood (Wash.) Lakes-
Washington
The top defensive prospect in the Evergreen State is a star on both sides of the
offensive line.
4. Kirifi Taula, Anaheim (Calif.) Servite
Started the season off with a bang and his stock is seriously on the rise.
5. Cassius Marsh, Westlake Village (Calif.) Oaks Christian
Two-way lineman is the anchor of the Lions defensive line and one of their top
prospects on a loaded team.
6. Julious Moore, Bellevue (Wash.)- UCLA
Another two-way lineman, Moore was a key part of the Wolverines state title and
is reminiscent of another Bruin tackle, Brigham Harwell.
7. Justin Utupo, Lakewood (Calif.) Notre Dame
On a team loaded with D-I talent, Utupo may be the unsung hero of the Lancers
squad.
8. Lawrence Lagafuaina, Aiea (Hawaii)
Hawaii's top defensive lineman is a load to handle up front.
9. Tuni Kanuch, South Jordan (Utah) Bingham- BYU
Has played primarily offensive line for Bingham, but projects as a defensive
tackle in college.
10. Sealii Epanesa, Honolulu (Hawaii) Iolani
Another big-bodied tackle from Hawaii, he's also a basketball player, showing
his agility and athleticism.
The Next 10:
11. Sani Fuimaono, Honolulu (Hawai'I) Punahou
12. Cy Maughmer , Apache Junction (Az.) Apache Junction
13. Wesley Flowers, Fresno (Calif.) Edison- UCLA
14. Shane Pennix, El Cajon (Calif.) Valhalla
15. Desmond Tautofi, Honolulu (Hawai'I) Kaimuki- Wyoming
16. Jerrell Gordon, Compton (Calif.)
17. Jordan Turner, Las Vegas (Nev.) Canyon Springs
18. Jordan Afo, Salt Lake City (Utah) Cottonwood
19. Khambrell Gomez, Los Angeles (Calif.) Dorsey
20. Sione Tupouata, Oakland (Calif.) Fremont
Other Tackles to Watch (in alphabetical order):
Brendon Tago, Palmdale (Calif.) Highland
Cameron Lee, Torrance (Calif.) Bishop Montgomery
Chris Brown, Mesa (Az.) Skyline
Deandre Ward, Oakland (Calif.) Castlemont
Elvis Matagi, Pukalani (Hawai’i) King Kekaulike
Jake Welch, Longview (Wash.) Mark Morris
Montel Williams, Spring Valley (Calif.) Mount Miguel
Svondo Bradley, Oxnard (Calif.) Hueneme
Tevin Hood, Chandler (Az.) Hamilton
Tre Hale, La Verne (Calif.) Damien