The #2 Junior Defensive Tackle In California: Dakota Dickson

Dakota Dickson is a 3 Star recruit who plays Defensive Tackle at Monte Vista High School. Dickson is ranked as the 417th best recruit in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 40 Defensive Tackle in the class as well. In addition, Dickson is listed as a top 60 recruit in the state of California and is listed as the #2 Defensive Tackle in the state of California. He holds offers from schools such as Kansas State, Oregon State and Washington State.

Who are some role models in your life?

My dad is a huge role model for me.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Most definitely BigXthaPlug, Kodak Black and Lucki.

What are the strengths of your game?

My athleticism

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory is my sack against Bellarmine in our first home game.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I have played with is my running back Julian McMahan. The best player I’ve went against is Marco Jones.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Work hard even when nobody is watching.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Dubai

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 14 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

It would be Aaron Donald.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

When I watched the Texas Longhorns practice.