More Elite Offensive Line Trench Monsters To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1317513' first='Sandman' last='Thompson'] | OL | 2025 | Cocoa | @Sandmanthompson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the premier offensive line prospects in the Brevard area will line up to open holes and fend off pass rushers for the state champion Cocoa HS for his senior season. Thompson is ranked highly in the top 2025 OL rankings with big-time offers on the table from UCF and Tennessee who are pushing hard after a decommitment from Oregon back in April.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1266256' first='Chancellor' last='Barclay'] | OL | Class of 2026 | Lake Minneola | @ChancellorB2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barclay is a real deal riser in the 2026 class who had a solid fall season and is now showing off his strong hands and footwork technique during the offseason camp period. Barclay earned a big-time Power 4 offer in January from the University of Miami along with Penn State University. I expect the recent four-star ranked risers recruitment to continue rising heading into the spring period.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1247430' first='Grant' last='Wise'] | G | 2026 | Pace | @Grock64</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another premier offensive line prospect who was recently given four stars is on the rise as one of the top OL recruits in the state. He's an impressive guard listed at 6-3, 305-pounds with a fluid lower body and strong hands which weight lifting has helped in both departments. This kid is starting to get major Power 4 interest as Ole Miss, UCF, and Kansas have recent offers. Wise recorded over 90 pancake blocks last season and is looking to build on that momentum.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1134209' first='Connor' last='Howes'] | OL | 2025 | St. Cloud | @ConnorHowes65</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid has truly risen in the off-season with dominant camp performances and notable offers. The 6-6, 300-pound junior has earned offers from NC State, Mississippi State, and USF. Howes has a college-ready frame and mentality that he's ready to show off in the spring period. Look for even more coaches to extend verbal offers with impressive camp showings.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263597' first='Ryan' last='Ingram'] | OL | 2026 | Bolles | @RIngram_55</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Talk about stamping your name as a promising offensive line product before the spring period. Ingram came down to Orlando today with a mission to set the tone for the season as he took home the OL MVP award today. At 6-2, 275 pounds, Ingram was solid with his hands and moved his feet well in the 1v1 competition period. Glad to get eyes on him in person as we will keep an eye on his overall progression and recruitment.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1202443' first='Taren' last='Hendrick'] | OT | 2025 | Community School of Naples | @HedrickTaren</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid deserves the recognition as he's received big-time offers from the likes of&nbsp; Miami, UCF, and Florida. One of the premier offensive linemen in the area put in the work to develop his technique at 6-5, 305-pounds. Look out for a few visits with the college camp period coming up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1209055' first='Jakobe' last='Green'] | OL | 2026 | Niceville | @Bigshoww_70</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the premier 2026 offensive line prospects in the state was recently ranked a four-star after outlets got eyes on his solid technique and overall potential. He's received recent offseason offers from Ole Miss, Miami, and Appalachian State. Expect an uptick in offers with more game film and standout performances at college camps.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best of the rest and must-watch OL Prospects:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1629787' first='Rhys' last='Woodrow'] | OL | 2026 | Boone | @rhyswoodrow57</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Woodrow is one of the top rated centers in the area with a solid 6-4, 280 pound frame.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1581893' first='Xavier' last='Payne'] | OL | 2026 | Jones | @NYPayne58</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Talk about having the college ready frame at 6-7, 317 pounds. Payne will compete with Jones HS this season who is loaded with skill talent on the offensive side.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1319657' first='Nicolas' last='Marti'] | OL | 2025 | West Orange | @NicolasMarti15</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Just check the film, this kid is a DOG on the o-line and finished as one of the top performers on the team last year.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='831353' first='Alex' last='Oats'] | G | 2025 | Bishop Moore | @therealAlexOats</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another solid guard prospects who will be an important piece on the Bishop Moore offensive line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->