Eastern Newcomers In The Class of 2026 Rankings

Prep Redzone scouts feature athletes from Eastern Kansas schools.

Jeremy Deckard January 19, 2024 @ 10:39 AM

Several players from the eastern half of the state debuted in the Class of 2026 rankings which were updated this month.   Here is a look at eight athletes who made their ranking debuts among the Top 100. All of them have bright futures and by making the rankings they will be on the radar of all of Prep Redzone's subscribers.   [player_tooltip player_id='812781' first='Trent' last='Rymer'], ATH, 5'10”, 160, Piper   The Piper Pirates have a young linebacker who debuts in the class of 2026 rankings at No. 53. In nine games played he racked up 86 total tackles. Ten of those tackles resulted in lost yardage. Rymer is a smart linebacker and has the speed to disrupt the backfield. He finished with three quarterback sacks during his sophomore season.   [player_tooltip player_id='1113371' first='Kam' last='Staton'], QB, 6'0”, 160, Pleasanton   Staton is going to have a ton of game experience by the time his high school career is over. He has played two seasons at quarterback already for the Pleasanton Blu-Jays. He enters the rankings at No. 54. He threw for 1,090 yards and 13 touchdowns as a freshman. Then he backed that up with a sophomore campaign throwing for 1,686 yards and 22 TDs. He has a bright future ahead of him and the versatility to be recruited at multiple positions.   [player_tooltip player_id='401683' first='Kaden' last='Snyder'], OL, 6'3”, 220, Free State   Snyder is a physical offensive lineman. He comes into the rankings at No. 64 overall. He has a nice first punch and multiple seasons ahead of him to hone his technique and improve his strength.   [player_tooltip player_id='1114730' first='Nash' last='Morrison'], WR, 6'3”, 145, Basehor-Linwood   The Bobcats had all kinds of injuries last season to their offensive personnel, which opened the doors for younger players to step up. Morrison debuts ranked No. 70 in the Prep Redzone Kansas Class of 2026 rankings. During his sophomore season, Morrison caught nine balls for 112 yards and one touchdown. He is a tall target who can high-point the ball and should be a red-zone threat.   [player_tooltip player_id='1114731' first='Drew' last='Erickson'], WR, 5'9”, 155, Wamego   Wamego has been producing quality prospects and winning seasons. The Red Raiders have a young wide receiver who debuts in the rankings in the No. 71 slot. He is a solid route winner and can be utilized in the slot or on the outside.   [player_tooltip player_id='1114743' first='Roman' last='Miller'], TE, 6'2”, 185, Basehor-Linwood   Miller is a physical tight end who is effective as a run-blocker and who will strive to increase his presence in the Bobcat passing game. He is ranked No. 75 overall.   [player_tooltip player_id='1114740' first='Stephen' last='Carroll'], OL, 5'11”, 220, St. Thomas Aquinas   Carroll is a low-to-the-ground lunch pail toting center who can also play guard. He debuts at No. 76 among his Class of 2026 peers. The Saints lineman is accurate with his snaps and can get to the second level of the defense. Quality centers are getting tougher to find and this young man is only going to get stronger and tougher as he gains more playing experience.   [player_tooltip player_id='1114744' first='Julio' last='Carillo'], P, 5'9”, 165, Schlagle   It is not often you see a punter ranked this high in the ranking or at this early an age. Carillo enters the rankings at No. 77. He punts and kicks for Schlagle and received plenty of postseason accolades. He was 3-for-5 on field goal attempts and averaged 41.9 net yards per punt.

Several players from the eastern half of the state debuted in the Class of 2026 rankings which were updated this month.