2026 Film Room: West Suburbs Offensive Lineman

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2026 in the state of Illinois has a strong offensive line class.&nbsp; We breakdown the tape from prospects across the state including here in <strong>2026 Film Room: West Suburbs Offensive Lineman!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='401605' first='Gene' last='Riordan'] (Hinsdale Central – 6'5” 275)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Riordan is a right tackle that can also kick into guard.&nbsp; He is a good athlete that is very technically sound.&nbsp; Brings physicality at the point of attack and plays with a nasty streak.&nbsp; Locks on to his man and drives them.&nbsp; Upside as a pass protector with his footwork and athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='801979' first='Cooper' last='Paukstis'] (Wheaton St. Francis – 6'3” 245)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Extremely impressive tape from Paukstis.  At 6'2" 245 pounds he is a little shorter and light, but the tools are elite.  He plays left tackle and from a skill standpoint he has elite pass blocking tools.  Great kick slide, feet, and athleticism.  Typewriter like footwork.  Might have to kick inside to guard, but has power 4 lineman written all over him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1120487' first='Ryan' last='Myers'] (Batavia – 6'5” 275)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Myers has a lot of intriguing tools at 6'5" 275 pounds.&nbsp; Good size and plays with a mean streak.&nbsp; Ability to get to the second level from his right tackle spot and is a solid pass blocker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Josh Schwendeman (Glenbard South – 6'5” 250)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Like the upside of this right tackle from Glenbard South.&nbsp; Legit size at 6'5" 250 with a frame to carry more strength.&nbsp; Nice length which he uses well in pass blocking.&nbsp; Gets to the second level in the run game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='537226' first='Damian' last='Nieves'] (Riverside Brookfield – 6'0” 240)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nieves brings a strong and stocky frame to the table.&nbsp; Plays right tackle but probably projects best at guard.&nbsp; Solid in pass pro with his movement skills and lateral footwork. Has some nasty to him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1400020' first='Wrigley' last='Zamora'] (Glenbard North – 6'1” 265)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zamora is a 6'1" left guard that brings a strong and stocky frame with good length.&nbsp; Solid in pass protection using that length.&nbsp; In the run he does a nice job of driving defenders off the line in the run game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='401602' first='Declan' last='Smith'] (St. Charles North – 6'3” 210)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith is a 6'3" left guard that provides good athleticism and movement skills.&nbsp; Like what he brings as a lead blocker when pulling in the run game.&nbsp; He is solid in pass with his technique and ability to anchor.&nbsp; Gets opponent on the ground at line of scrimmage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1400865' first='Jovani' last='Dones'] (Naperville North – 6'0” 240)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dones is a physical and athletic right guard that pancakes dudes on a regular basis.&nbsp; Very good in the run game moving bodies and driving them well past the line of scrimmage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='801885' first='Michael' last='Harris'] (Marmion Academy – 6'3” 265)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris is a super strong 6'3" 265 pound tackle.&nbsp; Very physical in run as he was throwing guys down consistently.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='801982' first='Jack' last='Sciortino'] (Benet – 6'3” 225)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Benet right tackle has nice height and length at 6'3".&nbsp; Will need to add on considerable strength, but has the frame to do so.&nbsp; Mirrors well in pass protection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Samuel Ramirez (Marmion Academy – 5'11” 245)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ramirez is an undersized offensive lineman that at 5'11" projects best at center.&nbsp; Versatile offensive lineman that brings toughness and grit at the pivot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>James Hillsman (Lyons - 5'11” 260)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hillmann is an undersized 5'11" 260 pound left guard that has good strength and solid athleticism.&nbsp; Gets to the second level and has overall good mobility.&nbsp; Can get guys on the ground at the line of scrimmage with his toughness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->