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Taking his place
Pleasant Grove lineman Arik Armstead is rated among the country's best recruits for college football, status built on spectacular play on both sides of the ball. -
Tenacious defender
Armstead (75), pursuing Granite Bay quarterback Brendan Keeney (18) during he Sac-Joaquin Div. I championship game in December, has been an overwhelming force on defense. -
A major presence
His size and strength push Armstead into rare territory as a player with great physical presence as well as undeniable skill. -
Great protector
Armstead anchored Pleasant Grove's offensive line providing dependable protection as well as powerful run blocking. -
Enjoying team success
Armstead (75) celebrates with teammate D.J. Dunn after Pleasant Grove won a semifinal Sac-Joaquin Section playoff game in November. -
Showing good form
Armstead (left) blocks against a hard-rushing Folsom defender. -
Playing tough
Armstead suffered a shoulder injury while sacking Folsom's great quarterback Tanner Trosin during a key matchup in the 2011 season. -
Taking his lumps
Even the great ones can get sidelined, and Armstead was no different, standing injured on the sideline for the entire second half against Folsom. -
Hard to escape
Oak Ridge quarterback Jake Rosada is the victim of a furious rush and sack by Armstead during their game on Oct. 21. -
Sack aftermath
Armstead celebrates after bringing down Rosada. -
Pondering his future
Armstead has plenty of options for a college career and is considered several possibilities. -
Family guys
Armond Armstead, who went to USC, shows little brother Arik some love in this 2009 photo.
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