Previews Weeks: Defensive Line

Welcome to another episode of Y11 Audio; and welcome to Previews Weeks! Let’s preview everything that EMU and the Mid-American Conference have to offer this season in the three weeks leading up to 2024’s season kickoff. We are moving onto the defensive side of the ball in the second week of Previews Weeks, and we’ll begin talking about guys who get dirty in the trenches. A lot of returning faces & starters with Justin Jefferson, Joseph Zelinsky, and Peyton Price all back with big hopes in 2024, but DL depth and ability might be what can take this defense to the next level. Last year it felt like EMU was off to a rough start with guys either getting hurt, staying hurt, or re-injuring themselves. If the freshmen in waiting are worth the wait and the new transfers on the edges are as good as advertised, then EMU could see an improved pass rushing grade this year. I’ve already circled Price’s name, but I’ll do it again here. He’s an interior defensive lineman that has shined ever since he was a true freshman, but it’s now or never for him if he’s going to hit the ceiling that this coaching staff has been hoping to see from him. If he has a good season, then EMU’s capable of having a very strong defense in 2024. Y11 Audio is available via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and basically wherever else podcasts are found. Reach out to the show Substack newsletter: Ypsi11.com Twitter: @ARAlvarado13 | @YpsiEleven Email: [email protected]. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ypsilantieleven.substack.com