2024 Miami Hurricanes Position Preview: Defensive Line

 

 

 

Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Rueben Bain Jr., 44, a defensive lineman for the Miami Hurricanes, celebrates his sack at Hard Rock Stadium during the second half versus the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Jasen Vinlove-

 

 

 

USA TODAY Sports / Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports is the required credit. In this narrative: Hurricanes of Miami, Florida Coral Springs, Florida – Being one of the

 

 

 

greatest defensive lines in the ACC has never been lacking in talent, and strengthening that group can only make the team stronger. The Miami Hurricanes’ defensive line, which is led by Hall of Famer Jason Taylor,

 

 

 

is among the greatest, if not the best position group on the team. Excellent talent was brought in in addition to the seasoned talent brought in by the transfer.

 

 

 

During a football game between Tennessee and UTSA at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee, on Saturday, September 23, 2023, defensive lineman Tyler Baron (9) of

 

 

 

Tennessee celebrates. / USA TODAY / Caitie McMekin / News Sentinel Prior to spending some time with Louisville this offseason, Baron attended the University of Tennessee

 

 

 

for his final four years in college. According to PFF, Baron ranks third among active college football players in terms of quarterback pressures. Baron has over 100 career tackles and 12.5 career sacks. Baron

 

 

 

plays all across the defensive line and is big for his size at 6’5″ and 260 pounds. He can move inside and pass rush with his hand in the dirt, or he can be a stand-up player. His adaptability attracts a lot of attention, as does his dash to the other side.