Braylen Ricks brings compact, active interior presence to Marist’s defensive front
In the 2024 season, freshman DL Braylen Ricks was active for Marist at 5'11", 277 pounds and posted 24 tackles, 6 solo stops, 18 assists, and 2 sacks, showing a productive, disruptive motor from the interior. His value goes beyond the box score: for a young lineman, that tackle volume suggests leverage, effort, and reliable play recognition against the run, with enough burst to get home on occasional pressure. He looks like a solid fit for a team needing a high-effort, physically compact defensive lineman who can hold ground and create steady disruption.
