Some of Oregon’s Elite Freshman (OFFENSE)
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Here we break down some of the state’s elite freshman on both offense and defense. Most 9th graders will not get Varsity time so this list is very much preliminary, as you can expect to see numerous additions in the coming…
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Continue ReadingHere we break down some of the state’s elite freshman on both offense and defense. Most 9th graders will not get Varsity time so this list is very much preliminary, as you can expect to see numerous additions in the coming months. That said, have a look at a few of Oregon’s best for the 2026 class…
*Athletes will only be listed on one side of the ball. There is no particular order
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Ansu Sanoe Ansu Sanoe 6'2" | 210 lbs | RB Lakeridge | 2026 State OR 6-2 210 RB Lakeridge OFFERS: Oregon, Oregon St, Miami, Colorado, Cal – What will most likely be one of the most recruited kids in the country for his class before he’s done. On the year he totaled 729 yards and 9 TDs on 100 touches (76 carries, 24 receptions), averaging 7.4 yards per rush.
Thatcher Killian 6-0 175 RB Jesuit- It’s rare for any freshman to get varsity time at Jesuit and Killian thrived. On the year he carried 30 times for 232 yards (7.7 ypc) and 5 TDs. Expect him to play a primary role with standout Lonnie Burt Lonnie Burt 6'1" | 200 lbs | ATH Jesuit | 2024 State OR next season.
Noah Tishendorf 6-3 210 RB/OLB Sherwood- Easily one of the most impressive freshman in the NW. To say he was dominant would be an understatement, averaging 22 yards per carry with 18 TDs, while also adding 11 sacks on D at the freshman level. He will project as one of the top players in the Pacific Conference next season.
Oliver Luebkert 5-11 150 ATH Beaverton- One of the only freshman in Oregon to earn 6A all conference honors, racking up 2nd team accolades. Look for the three-sport athlete to be one of the top receivers in the Metro and maybe the state next season.
Lamarcus Bell Lamarcus Bell 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB Lake Oswego | 2026 State OR 5-10 160 RB/CB Lake Oswego- Bell has the potential of being an Oregon breakout player of the year next season, for what should be a top 5 Lakers team. He went for 1,362 all-purpose yards and 21 TDs at the freshman level.
Drew Weiler Drew Weiler 6'4" | 210 lbs | QB Lakeridge | 2026 State OR 6-3 175 QB Lakeridge- The Pacers have a loaded 2026 class, led by the likes of Weiler and other athletes on this list. He has legit size and will have an opportunity to be the guy next year with the graduation of a 3-year starter in Oliver.
Silas Reynolds 6-2 175 ATH/S West Linn- Maybe Oregon’s fastest athlete for the 2026 class. With the graduation of Hamper and a few other talented seniors, Reynolds could be thrust into the spotlight next season for what will be a #1 ranked Lions team.
Hudson Kurland Hudson Kurland 6'4" | 200 lbs | QB Lake Oswego | 2026 State OR 6-3 180 QB Sunset- Kurland has the size and potential of being one of the best in Oregon for his class. He hit on 61% of his passes for 1,690 yards and 18 total TDs (13 passing, 5 rushing) at the freshman level.
Brennan Mesa Brennan Mesa 6'3" | 240 lbs | DL South Albany | 2026 State OR 6-3 225 TE/DE South Albany- Mesa has appealing size and has been elite coming up through the youth ranks. He has the potential of being a varsity starter on both sides of the ball as a sophomore.
Viggo Anderson RB/ATH West Linn- Another kid with Danny Wideman Danny Wideman 5'10" | 175 lbs | ATH West Linn | 2025 State OR type ability in the open field. Viggo is the brother of 2023 1st team all TRL RB Koffi Kouame Koffi Kouame 5'9" | 185 lbs | RB West Linn | 2023 State OR , and should be a big part of their success moving forward. He had an outstanding freshman season, going for over 500 yards and 8 TDs in just over 2 games, before going down with an injury to end his year.
Braxton Singleton Braxton Singleton 6'2" | 205 lbs | WR North Salem | 2026 State OR 6-1 175 WR North Salem- Singelton was dominant against his peers, and could play early for a Vikings group who returns numerous athletes from this years (8-5) team.
Killian Sombe Killian Sombe 5'10" | 200 lbs | RB Central Catholic | 2026 State OR 5-9 195 RB Westview- A powerful back who can do a little bit of everything. With conference POY Jordan Fisher Jordan Fisher 5'8" | 175 lbs | RB Westview | 2023 State OR graduating, Sombe could help try and fill the void as early as next year.
Dylan Brower Dylan Brower 5'11" | 150 lbs | QB Clackamas | 2026 State OR 5-9 155 QB Clackamas- The undersized QB did an outstanding job all year, throwing multiple TDs at the varsity level. He has the potential of being one of the top 26s in the Mt Hood in 2023.
Caleb Perry 5-10 170 ATH Barlow- The Bruins could be a top 10 team next season as Perry impresses with his overall athleticism. He finished with multiple INTs & TDs at the varsity level.
Daniel Heninger Daniel Heninger 5'9" | 170 lbs | RB Glencoe | 2026 State OR 5-8 150 RB/DB Glencoe- Went for 1,245 rushing yards splitting time with another back at the freshman level, while most likely projecting on D. Heninger and Reynoso both wrestle varsity as freshman.