Replacing the whole D line has been a concern. But our strength will be with the LBs and DBs. They've learned the system H wants to use now. Gotta stay healthy too with many playing both offense and defense.
From the orange leader article...
Heading into year two under Hickman’s lead, the Mustangs are more comfortable with multiple defensive attacks and players have settled in nicely. The back half of the defense should be a major strength. The defensive backs are headlined by A’myrin Scott, who earned a First Team All-Defense nod last year. He’s joined by Chris Jones and Tahj Amerson, who are both returning starters. The Mustangs will also boast one of the best linebacker tandems in the region. Jalen Gilmore is a three-year starter on defense, and junior William Pitre is on his way to becoming a household name. “Pitre is a typical West Orange linebacker,” Hickman said. “He’ll have offers from everywhere. When you see him on the field, you’re going to say, “That guy’s big, and he’s fast.”” The defensive line is an area of minor concern. There will be fresh faces in the trenches, several of whom are converting over from the offensive line.