2025 Canada Rankings: Biggest Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I am going to preface this article with some facts about the <a href="https://prepredzone.com/canada/rankings/2025-rankings/">2025 Rankings Update</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Rankings were doubled to include 200 prospects ranked with an additional with 139 prospects on the watchlist</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>There were over 150 profiles added to the site, many of which were ranked with 29 of the 30 top prospects being New Additions</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the amount of prospects added, moving higher up the rankings was so difficult, meaning that in order to rise up you not only were competing with already ranked prospects but new additions and evaluations of prospects. That is why we only had SIX prospects move up the rankings more than 5 spots from their previous position and showcases just how much their film/measurables/potential stood out amongst their peers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out these six prospects below</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["887103"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"At 6'6 190lbs [player_tooltip player_id='887103' first='Aldin' last='Bilalbegovic'] is already one of the most interesting prospects in the entire country on measurables alone. Bilalbegovic is a prospect who I could easily see transitioning to play in the United States either at a prep school or eventually in college. For a player of his size, he utilizes it well using body positioning and length to make contested catches consistently. Bilalbegovic also flashes some athleticism that can create separation and those flashes of athleticism paired with hard-to-come-by measurables are what make him such an intriguing prospect in the country.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["892350"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='892350' first='Mike' last='Zalaski'] the DL prospect from powerhouse school Harry Ainlay showcases some film that stands out amongst the strong defensive line group in these rankings. Zalaski plays with a high motor and showcases the ability to play multiple positions across the defensive line. Zalaski showcases good hand usage and is overall one of the more consistent prospects I watched when updating the rankings in terms of the skillset he brings every snap. Zalaski has some athletic potential flashing some bend and power on tape coming off the edge.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["892346"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='892346' first='Emmet' last='Ward'] rounds out the top 5 at his position but is the 2nd highest-ranked non-cegep quarterback in our rankings. Ward already has an intriguing frame at 6'5 200+ pounds and he showcases on film really impressive arm talent. Ward can push the ball vertically really well and what separates him from other quarterbacks in the class is his touch and accuracy on deep throws. Ward showcases really good playmaking ability with his feet on film, he is not a run-first quarterback but his pocket presence and escapability often extend plays and lead to turning a lot of what could be negative plays into positive plays.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["892390"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='892390' first='Max' last='Payne'] is a hybrid TE/SB positionally for Grant Park but when you watch the tape the projection to TE at the next level is clear. Payne showcases good movement skills for the TE position where he showcases more athleticism than most linebackers and some safety while using his size to win against smaller defensive backs. Payne is a solid route runner who has sticky hands and the ability to make tough catches in traffic. Payne does not have a ton of tape blocking but his versatility lining up offensively and his ability to run a full route tree was a big reason Payne jumps up our rankings.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["892343"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='892343' first='Gabe' last='Currie'] out of W.J. Mouat has a film that I liked at the DE/OLB. Currie currently has the frame of a guy whose game translates best as a pass-rushing outside linebacker. Currie showcases good bend and burst around the edge and is one of the better pass-rushing athletes in the country. There is some tape of him working in space and coverage and he shows that he can move well in space and has the requisite skills to be a solid cover LB. Currie does his best work around the LOS and in a 3-4 front at the OLB position could be one of the top pass-rush specialists in the country.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_5_player":["892387"],"_player_evaluations_5_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='892387' first='Carson' last='Thomas'] is a really solid DE prospect and he has borderline freakish measurables for the position. Thomas still needs to add weight and strength and really grow into his body but it is undeniable that he has elite length and for a player who is that long and even lanky showcases good athleticism and movement skills off the edge. At 6'7 Thomas utilizes his length to keep offensive tackles at a distance and does a really good job of getting around the edge while using one arm to stab and hold OTs. His length also helps him finish and makes it very difficult for quarterbacks to evade his sack/tackle attempts. The measurables are very intriguing and some key skillsets on tape helped Thomas jump up our rankings.","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":6,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6631692a95813"} /-->