Class of 2026: Rising Tight Ends

<p>The latest Prep Redzone Texas Rankings for the class of 2026 features some of the top tight end talent across the state. These rising stars are making a significant impact on their teams, showcasing size, athleticism, and versatility that college programs are making the trip to Texas to get eyes on them. With a mix of physical blockers, red-zone threats, and dynamic receivers, the 2026 tight end class is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent years. Here's a look at the standout tight ends leading the 2026 rankings.<br></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">Turner has great hands, with an extended catch radius and he attacks the ball at the catch point aggressively. He is physical at the point of attack and his ability to beat press coverage enables him to get open often. He has the versatility to line up inline or flex out as a wide receiver and he can in the slot. Turner is a key cog in the Duncanville offense and in the most recent PRZ Texas Rankings, Turner is one of the top players regardless of position. He picked up a recent offer from Colorado to add to offers from Michigan, Ole Miss and Wisconsin to name a few.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/The_RightCall/status/1837311788460786167 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Martin has a stout frame, he is an elite blocker with the ability get control of defenders and he finishes blocks with power. He is a reliable target in the passing game, he has strong hands and he understands how to find open zones within the defense to exploit coverages. Martin has good speed that enables him to create separation. One of the most impressive traits in his game is his elite body control, which allows him to win frequently on contested grabs in traffic. Through the first 5 weeks of the season he has 21 catches for 270 yards and 3 touchdowns. His stock has been on a steady climb and he is in the top 50 in the latest PRZ Texas Rankings. He has offers from the likes of North Texas, Arizona State, Marshall, California and Duke to name a few.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JaivionMartin/status/1841897053439336548 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Mix is a versatile player, who can split out wide or line up as a traditional tight end and be a difference maker. He is a savvy route runner, he has the the quickness to beat defenders off of the line of scrimmage and this enables him to get open often. Mix has a large catch radius and his reliable hands make him a featured target in the Lone Star offense. Mix is committed to Oklahoma and he is one of the top tight ends in the most recent update of the PRZ Texas Rankings.</p>   <p></p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Bach is a 6-foot-5 target who runs crisp routes, he has strong, reliable hands and he is red zone target who is featured in the Argyle offense. He plays with excellent leverage, he is stout at the point of attack and when he locks on a defender he is able to get control early. Bach is a key cog for Argyle offensively, he has 13 catches and 2 touchdowns this season. He has offers from UTEP and North Texas. In the most recent update to the PRZ Texas Rankings, Bach is one of the top 200 players in the state. He has been on a steady climb and is one of the fastest rising prospects in the 2026 class.</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Stoner has the versatility to line as an H-Back or inline at the traditional tight end position. He is a ferocious blocker who plays with excellent leverage, he has violent hands that he gets on defenders early at engagement and he finishes blocks through the whistle. Stoner runs clean, crisp routes and he is a big red zone target who understands how to get open. He uses his body well in close coverage and this enables him to be a reliable target. He has seen his stock rising on the recruiting trail, with offers coming in from Bowling Green, UTEP, North Texas, San Diego State and UNLV.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Jackson_Stoner_/status/1840901192769032283 </div></figure>   <p></p>

The latest Prep Redzone Texas Rankings for the class of 2026 features some of the top tight end talent across the state. These rising stars are making a significant impact on their teams, showcasing size, athleticism, and versatility that college programs are making the trip to Texas to get eyes on them. With a mix of physical blockers, red-zone threats, and dynamic receivers, the 2026 tight end class is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent years. Here's a look at the standout tight ends leading the 2026 rankings.