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