On3 5-Star Countdown: No. 18, DL David Stone

On3 has updated its recruiting ranking for the 2024 class following the completion of the high school regular season for prospects. Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy defensive lineman and Oklahoma commit David Stone checks in as a five-star and the No. 18 overall prospect the latest 2024 On300.

Stone committed to the Sooners in August over Miami, Michigan State, Florida and a handful of others.

“Oklahoma has recruited me as long and as hard as anyone,” Stone told On3 after his commitment. “Going to Oklahoma, I get to play for a great defensive line coach in Todd Bates and a great coach in Brent Venables who is great on the defensive side of the ball.”

The latest edition of On3’s 2024 rankings features 20 five-star players, up one from the previous update in September. Of those 20 prospects, 19 are already committed to college programs.

While some recruits may have played their last down as a high schooler, evaluations — both in-person and on tape — are far from over. This latest ranking sets the table for the important final ranking in January 2024. That last update comes after postseason all-star games, where top prospects across the country face off during a week of practices and end with games in Orlando and San Antonio. Following those evaluations, the 2024 On300 will finish with 32 five-star prospects.

David Stone Scouting Summary

“Twitched up disruptor along the interior defensive line with outstanding short area quickness and burst. Measures at around 6-foot-4, 280 pounds with elite length for the position with arms that register around 35 inches. Violent off the snap, can split gaps with ease. Shoots his hands quickly and with precision off the line. Excellent hand usage and very slippery as a pass rusher. Uses his elite length and quick hands at the point of attack. Makes it tough for offensive linemen to ever get a hand on him. Stout against the run, with excellent ability to disengage from blockers.

… Not looking to stack and shed, wants to get off of blocks immediately. Can convert speed to power. Also a strong bull rusher. Can play a bit erratic at times and work himself out of plays. Just needs to play with more discipline and see the field better, but will come with time. High floor prospect who will always be a threat on passing downs. Will become a complete three-down player with further development. Transferred to IMG Academy after his first two seasons at Del City High School in Oklahoma.”