Ranking the Region’s Top Defensive Linemen
1. Carl Cannon, Taft, 6-2, 310, Sr.
Let’s see who can block him
2. Brian Montesanto, Royal, 6-5, 235, Sr.
Recorded 19 sacks last season
3. Ryan Morris, Crescenta Valley, 6-6, 285, Jr.
Should be No. 1 next season
4. Ernie Carrasco, Channel Islands, 6-1, 270, Sr.
Best lineman in Pacific View League
5. Travis Johnson, Notre Dame, 6-4, 230, Jr.
Possesses tons of talent
6. Joe Mailangi, Birmingham, 6-1, 265, Sr.
Crespi transfer is tough to contain
7. Tom Larkin, Harvard-Westlake, 6-5, 255, Sr.
Can make impact stopping the run
8. Shawn Klennert, Ventura, 6-2, 260, Sr.
Physical, aggressive player
9. Joe Maiale, Cleveland, 6-5, 260, Sr.
Honors student with good speed
10. Jason Gallegos, North Hollywood, 6-5, 290, Sr.
Can cause havoc in the middle
11. Jason Carlton, Quartz Hill, 6-2, 257, Sr.
Defensive end who chases down runners
12. Brook Emelio, Montclair Prep, 6-4, 240, Jr.
Has dropped weight, increased strength
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