Who’s the Best 2A Defensive Lineman in Alabama High School Football?

As we head into the 2025 season, the big question is: who’s the best 2A defensive lineman in Alabama high school football?

The Candidates

The following players were nominated by their coaches (though not every coach responded). Each brings something unique to the field—whether it’s speed off the edge, strength in the middle, or leadership that inspires their whole squad. Here’s a look at the standout linemen vying for the top spot:

Cameron Aderholt, Sr., Winston County

Reagan Barnette, Sr., Tuscaloosa Academy

Ty Booker, Jr., Cottonwood

Mac Boone, Sr., St. Luke’s Episcopal

Johnathan Bowling, Jr., Decatur Heritage Christian Academy

Deshawn Bullocks, Jr., Ariton

Undrey Campbell, Sr., Reeltown

Avery Caple, Sr., Ariton

Porter Chappell, So., Bayshore Christian

Michael Deleon, Jr., West End

Will Dobbins, Sr., Sulligent

Hunter Edmonson, Sr., Cottonwood

Braxton Evans, Sr., Washington County

Peyton Fields, Jr., Houston County

Cayden Garrett, Jr., Cedar Bluff

Brooks Golden, Jr., West End

Landin Hardy, Sr., Vincent

Landon Ingram, Jr., Lexington

Houston Jackson, Sr., Falkville

Aaden Jones, So., Horseshoe Bend

Gabe Jones, Sr., Ariton

Saw Jordan, Jr., Cedar Bluff

Bryan Lambert, Jr., Calhoun

Braeden Lovelady, Jr., Horseshoe Bend

Randy Luker, Sr., Washington County

CJ Maddox, Jr., Reeltown

Lane Matthews, Sr., Lexington

Cade May, Sr., Pike Liberal Arts

Ben McKenzie, Jr., Samson

Zahmir McMillian, Jr., Vincent

Cade Mickler, Sr., Coosa Christian

Bryant Mundy, Sr., Sulligent

Tate Olson, Sr., Bayshore Christian

Tavier Palmer, So., Houston County

Brayden Pyron, Sr., Pike Liberal Arts

Isaac Roberts, Sr., Cedar Bluff

Louis Scales, Jr., Cottonwood

Bradlee Sims, Sr., Horseshoe Bend

Hudson Smith, Sr., Cedar Bluff

Thomas Smith, Sr., Lexington

Carter Spivey, Sr., St. Luke’s Episcopal

Isaiah Strickland, Jr., Houston County

Jayden Tran, Sr., Cottonwood

Tucker Vaughan, Jr., Pike Liberal Arts

Lucas Weaver, Jr., Blacksher

Javontae Wiley, Sr., Calhoun

Why This Vote Matters

For many of these athletes, high school football is more than just stats—it’s about proving themselves, building their future, and representing their communities. Being recognized as the top defensive lineman isn’t just bragging rights; it can open doors for college opportunities and give them a place in Alabama football history.

Now, it’s your turn. Which of these powerhouse defenders will dominate in 2025? Who’s going to be remembered as the toughest force in the trenches?