Oregon Breakout Underclassmen- DEFENSE

The Oregon breakout underclassmen list features athletes who will make a nice jump up the rankings board when updated in the coming weeks. If you are already ranked you will likely not see yourself mentioned here.   Individuals referenced below project as 1st or 2nd team all-conference athletes, with some even being potential all state kids. Have a look as we talk on 15 offensive and defensive standouts.   *No Particular Order       DEFENSE         [player_tooltip player_id='914282' first='James' last='Wade'] 5-11 165 DB/ATH 26' Central Catholic  2 INTs   What could be one of the top ranked sophomores in Oregon when all is said and done. Wade ranks among the top defenders in the Mt Hood with multiple INT's. His overall versatility is what's most appealing as he can return kicks and be a featured athlete on offense as well.    [player_tooltip player_id='1103729' first='Camden' last='Roofener'] 6-3 205 OLB 25' Glencoe   Anyone familiar with Oregon HS football history will see this last name and know. Roofener is a multi-sport talent (wrestling) with size, who ranks 2nd in the Pacific Conference with 50+ tackles. Look for him to be listed among the top Jr. LBs in the state when the rankings are updated.    [player_tooltip player_id='1094719' first='Colt' last='Ness'] 6-0 160 CB 25' Tigard   The talented basketball player looks like one of the top DB's in Oregon as well, ranking 2nd in the state in INTs with 5, through 7 weeks. He will make a nice jump up the rankings board with his overall athleticism speaking to his game.    [player_tooltip player_id='278532' first='Calvin' last='Evans'] 6-1 175 K/ATH/LB 25' Tualatin     Evans is one of the fastest rising juniors in Oregon. Separate from being one of the top kickers in the NW he has been a standout on D, averaging close to 7 tackles per game with multiple sacks & INTs, and 6 fumble recoveries.    [player_tooltip player_id='1012337' first='Brady' last='Greer'] 6-0 205 LB 25' South Salem    Greer teaming with fellow Junior standout Noah Scherer, gives the Saxons one of the top LB's duo's returning in the state next year. Brady has had an unreal season thus far, helping South to an 8-0 record while ranking 3rd in the state in tackles with 80+.    [player_tooltip player_id='1098241' first='Joel' last='Sanchez'] 25' RB/LB McKay   The Royal Scots have ranked in the 5A top 10 and overachieved all year. Sanchez is one of the top two-way athletes in the state for the class of 2025, projecting at LB while averaging 10 yards per carry and likely being a 1000 yard back.    [player_tooltip player_id='1103475' first='Tate' last='Snyder'] 5-11 170 DB 25' North Medford   Currently the state leader in INTs with 6. The Black Tornado have numerous young guys who have stepped up providing a bright light for the future. Look for Snyder to be listed among the top DB's in Oregon for 2025.    [player_tooltip player_id='1112462' first='Micah' last='Currier'] 5-10 160 DB 26' Aloha   A lot of credit to the sophomore who is currently listed among the Metro League leaders in tackles with 40+ through 7 weeks. Making this statistical achievement even more impressive is the fact that Aloha hasn't won a football game in a couple years.    [player_tooltip player_id='1232704' first='Lincoln' last='Bartness'] 5-10 165 WLB Clack 26' 5-10 165   Not the biggest athlete but the Bartness kids can play. Lincoln leads the Mt Hood in sacks and is currently tied for 7th among 6A leaders with 5. Clack has a legit cast of underclassmen which provides excitement for the future.    Mario Page 6-3 270 DT 25' Liberty   The big man has made his presence known this year, helping Liberty to an undefeated conference season thus far, heading into their matchup with Sherwood. Through six weeks, his 4 sacks, 5 tackles for loss, and 3 fumble recoveries was one of the best stat lines among D lineman in Oregon.    [player_tooltip player_id='904424' first='Brady' last='Holland'] 6-2 275 DT 25' Lincoln DT    Holland has good size and had a breakout sophomore year. He has followed that up nicely, having a 1st team all PIL type season, highlighted by his 6 tackles for loss and impressive play on the interior.    Ian Herber 5-11 175 DB 25' West Salem   Traditionally the Titans are one of the top teams in Oregon, led by a future hall of fame head coach in Shawn Stanley. Last year was rough but they have numerous standouts coming up through the ranks, with Herber looking legit and listed among the conference leaders in INTs.    [player_tooltip player_id='1105040' first='Isaac' last='Jordan'] 5-11 245 DE 25' Lebanon   Jordan is having an all-state season for the Warriors as a Junior, ranking among the state leaders in multiple statistical categories. At the 5A level he is 3rd in tackles for loss (12) and 4th in sacks (6). He has made a name for himself even with all of the attention paid to D1 prospect [player_tooltip player_id='442249' first='Hayden' last='George'].    Maddox Maehara 6-2 195 LB 25' Clackamas   Maehara has good size and can run, being listed among the Mt Hood leaders in tackles with 40+. The Cavs have been struggling so his presence will be needed moving forward.    [player_tooltip player_id='1322045' first='Aedan' last='Saele'] 6-1 215 LB 25' Sprague   Sprague is young with a record that is somewhat deceiving at 1-7. The Oly's have been competitive in multiple ball games, with the Junior LB Saele being a big reason why. He had close to 50 tackles through 7 weeks, making him one of the leaders in the Valley Conference.