Scouting #6-#10 in PRZ Canada's 2026 Rankings

Over the summer, we've updated our class rankings for Canadian players, including those in the class of 2026. Scouting reports for the top five players have already been shared, and today we will extend those reports to cover the remaining top ten players in the class of 2026, each with the potential to play at the NCAA Division One level.      [player_tooltip player_id='1299807' first='Nathaniël-Julien' last='Blanc'], ranked as Canada's sixth-best player, is a standout lineman known for his exceptional potential. He excels in both defensive and offensive line positions, particularly as a 3-technique or 1-technique in a 4-3 defense, utilizing his significant strength and agility. His most prominent feature is his powerful hands, which he uses to shed blocks and dominate defenders during run blocking. On offense, Blanc impresses with his mobility as a puller and his ability to establish a strong anchor in pass protection. Blanc is a thrilling prospect with vast potential for both defensive and offensive play. He currently has NCAA Division One offers from Akron and USF, and it is anticipated that he will receive more.       [player_tooltip player_id='1299810' first='Adlens' last='Jerome'], hailing from Vieux Montréal in Québec, is ranked as the top offensive line prospect in Canada for the 2026 class, thanks to his size, athleticism, and innate strength. Jerome's considerable reach and long arms enable him to engage and dominate defensive linemen in both run and pass blocking scenarios. His agility is remarkable for his stature, making him an effective mover in space, particularly in a zone run scheme. Jerome's versatility allows him to play either offensive tackle or guard at the collegiate level, attributed to his flexibility and extraordinary ability to move in open space. With a promising future ahead, Jerome is expected to receive numerous NCAA Division One offers as more coaches discover his talents through his film.     [player_tooltip player_id='1210678' first='Joel' last='Nyandoro'], the leading LB prospect in Canada for the 2026 class, possesses high-quality LB tape and a solid track record of performance. His skill set aligns more with an ILB role rather than an OLB/EDGE, largely due to his impressive range in coverage and his ability to tackle from sideline to sideline with swift, accurate angles. His tape consistently demonstrates his capability to disengage from blocks within the box and complete tackles amid congestion and in open space. With his rapid closing speed, Nyandoro excels as a blitzer, making him a flexible LB for any defensive scheme. While his tape doesn't feature extensive man coverage plays, he effectively transitions into zone coverage and pursues the ball carrier post-catch. Nyandoro's future shines bright, with the potential to become an NCAA Power Four athlete.     [player_tooltip player_id='1299816' first='Rayann' last='Payep'], hailing from Québec, is ranked as the ninth best player in Canada and the second-ranked linebacker (LB) in the country for the 2026 class. Weighing in at 240lbs, Payep is a sizable LB prospect who has demonstrated impressive strength in the weight room this offseason with a 455lb max squat and a 260lb clean. His physique is well-suited for a physical linebacker at the collegiate level. On film, Payep exhibits violent finishing skills and sharp instincts, particularly when approaching the line of scrimmage to make plays. While there isn't an abundance of block shedding shown, his tape does reveal some elusiveness and the ability to avoid blocks. He also excels in pass defense as an inside linebacker (ILB). Payep epitomizes the ideal middle linebacker (MLB) prospect with genuine potential for NCAA Division One play.     [player_tooltip player_id='1218540' first='Jonas' last='Mare'], the premier interior defensive lineman of the 2026 Canadian class from Vanier, exhibits exceptional power and impact at the point of engagement. Mare also displays notable quickness and the ability to adjust his pad level on any play. Possessing the ideal size for an NCAA Division One defensive lineman, Mare's athleticism is evident on film. In his stance, he demonstrates a good bend and an explosive launch at the snap. His up field surge and the agility of his upper body and hands are impressive. While Mare sometimes exhibits forceful hand techniques, he can also show sporadic hand placement at times. In traffic, Mare effectively completes tackles with solid wrapping. His optimal position is defensive tackle, where he can absorb double teams and leverage his lower body strength to disrupt the backfield. Mare has NCAA FBS level potential.

Over the summer, we've updated our class rankings for Canadian players, including those in the class of 2026. Scouting reports for the top five players have already been shared, and today we will extend those reports to cover the remaining top ten players in the class of 2026, each with the potential to play at the NCAA Division One level.