Potential 2026 Stars with Amazing Size

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're about to find out whose for real in this 2026 class. Every season, it's the Juniors that typically take the largest step forward. I've seen it time and time again- the player with poor skill comes out his Junior season and shocks the world. The players in this article have that breakout ability, but with sensational size to go alongside it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1298705"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bd36ff6298f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I'll be honest- Collin is a major boom-or-bust prospect. For one, Collin sports incredible size and length, making him a very high-upside player on either side of the ball. On the flip side, his tape shows a very raw football player. Offensively, Collin needs to improve his all-around game. Last season, everything from his footwork to hands to aggression was very lackluster. Defensively, Collin needs to improve his effort, physicality, and overall athleticism. It's an uphill battle, but I've seen players with his rawness and size turn out to be Division 1 MAC prospects after a few years of hard work. If Colin had a great offseason, he's in a good position to take a step up. If he didn't have a good offseason, well, he still has one offseason to make dramatic improvements. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1226335"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bd36ff62a16"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As long as Linden's height and weight are accurate, he could easily develop into a highly-touted college prospect. Last season, Linden proved he could make plays as a defensive end. I especially like his explosive getoff and tackle radius. Where Linden should improve is his overall physicality and motor. Neither are bad per se, but against the competition he'll be facing, he should dominate. This season, I'll be looking to see more physical, and frankly dominant play from Linden. If he can make that happen, he'll be in a great position to earn college offers next offseason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1298716"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bd36ff62a72"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I am highly excited for Willaim Reed's junior season. Last year, William had some very strong performances against good OAA programs. He's displayed a few good block-shedding moves besides bull-rushing every single down. The most apparent move of his is a good push-pull. William can also bull rush, and that was especially effective against inside run plays. He also had a good year on the offensive line, but honestly falls behind when it comes to fundamentals. I expect William to take a step up this season and eventually morph into a solid Division 2 college prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1148703"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bd36ff62ab7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stoney Creek has had a few amazing linemen in recent years, and Brody could develop into one of those guys. Last season, Brody was a solid two-way player, but he made most of his plays on the defensive side of the ball. On defense, Brody sports an explosive getoff and solid physicality. He's a bit underdeveloped when it comes to actual block-shedding strategy, but he was consistently able to get in the backfield with pure physicality and explosiveness (bull rush). Heading into this season, I hope Brody has put on some good weight. If he can play a touch stronger with better technique on both sides of the football, then he'll be in for a breakout season. Considering his ranking, I obviously believe Brody is on a great trajectory. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1225692"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bd36ff62b17"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I'm quite impressed with Thomas's <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17870676/653a63657bd46d097cbae5d9">highlight tape</a>. Although it's pretty one-dimensional, It's obvious that Thomas is a great high school wide receiver. Play after play, Thomas is seen running downfield and making a ton of contested catches. He's able to box out and win difficult catches with more success than the vast majority of wide receivers. Although that is a phenomenal skill, Thomas needs to diversify his highlights moving forward. If that's how he gets his touches- that's fine, he'll just need to prove himself a little more during the offseason. No matter the case, Thomas is a receiver who's extremely good at what he does, and his size makes for a very high-upside player. I hope Thomas has a breakout season that leads to college offers next Spring! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->