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Junior Offensive Linemen Whose Stock Rose in the 2026 Rankings

Junior Offensive Linemen Whose Stock Rose in the 2026 Rankings
Marcus Henry
Marcus Henry October 9, 2024 @ 08:34 PM
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Pulelei’ite Primus
Pulelei’ite Primus 6'4" | 326 lbs | OL | 2026
TX
Bryce Gilmore
Bryce Gilmore 6'5" | 275 lbs | OL | 2026
TX
Hugh Smith
Hugh Smith 6'5" | 275 lbs | OL | 2026
TX
Noah Best
Noah Best 6'4" | 300 lbs | OL | 2026
TX
Troy Pless
Troy Pless 6'6" | 295 lbs | OL | 2026
TX
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the latest 2026 rankings update from Prep Redzone Texas, several offensive line prospects have seen their recruiting profiles rise significantly. These emerging talents have continued to develop their skill sets, showcasing their strength, athleticism, and technique both on the field and at major camps. With impressive performances in the early stages of their high school careers, many of these players are now receiving increased attention from top college programs, solidifying their spots in the rankings and drawing new offers as their stock rises. Here are five offensive line prospects in the 2026 class that have been on a steady climb this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["977502"],"_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-6706ef0171134"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pless is emerging as a top offensive tackle prospects with his combination of good footwork, strength at the point of attack, and the ability to finish blocks aggressively. His agility allows him to reach the second level, which makes him a valuable asset in both run and pass blocking. With offers from Houston, UTSA, Texas State, Tulsa, North Texas, Arkansas, and Baylor, his recruiting profile is rapidly gaining attention.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1462677"],"_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-6706ef01711d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hugh is quickly rising as a junior offensive tackle prospect. With his impressive size at 6'5”, 275 pounds, he combines agility, quick feet, and athleticism, making him effective in blocking at the second level. He shows ferocity as a blocker, Smith finishes plays with power and shows excellent technique and leverage. His growing profile has earned him offers from Houston and Boston College, to name a few and his stock continues to rise in the latest rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1229556"],"_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-6706ef017122e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Best is emerging as one of the fastest-rising offensive line prospects in the latest rankings. He is stout and physical at the point of attack, Best plays with excellent pad level and keeps a wide base that allows him to drive his feet effectively. His hand placement in the run game gives him control early in the block, and his athleticism makes it easy for him to reach the second level. After earning MVP honors at the Dallas Under Armour Camp, he has attracted offers from top programs, including Houston, Texas A&amp;M, TCU, SMU, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Arkansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1462822"],"_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-6706ef0171279"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gilmore is a rapidly rising offensive tackle prospect in the 2026 class. With great feet, an athletic frame, and technical soundness, he excels in both pass and run blocking. Gilmore is particularly adept at moving in space and getting to the second level with ease. His impressive play has earned him offers from top programs, including UCF, Miami, Washington, Florida, Auburn, Arkansas, TCU, and Arizona, among others.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1517069"],"_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-6706ef01712c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Primus is one of the most dominant and physical offensive lineman in the 2026 class. He has an explosive first step, quick feet, and excellent lateral movement that enable him to get control of his opponent at engagement. Primus is a force at the line of scrimmage. His ability to finish blocks through the whistle and his stoutness at the point of attack make him a standout. He has already received 13 offers, including from Arizona State, Miami, Stanford, Houston, and Arkansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

In the latest 2026 rankings update from Prep Redzone Texas, several offensive line prospects have seen their recruiting profiles rise significantly. These emerging talents have continued to develop their skill sets, showcasing their strength, athleticism, and technique both on the field and at major camps. With impressive performances in the early stages of their high school careers, many of these players are now receiving increased attention from top college programs, solidifying their spots in the rankings and drawing new offers as their stock rises. Here are five offensive line prospects in the 2026 class that have been on a steady climb this season.

Houston
Troy Pless

Troy Pless

TX
OL
HEIGHT 6'6"
WEIGHT 295
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Troy
Pless OL
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
Weight
295
HS
Shoemaker
|
TX
Junior Offensive Linemen Whose Stock Rose in the 2026 Rankings
Pless is emerging as a top offensive tackle prospects with his combination of good footwork, strength at the...
Written by Marcus Henry
Houston
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Troy Pless

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School: Shoemaker
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Hugh Smith

Hugh Smith

TX
OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 275
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Hugh
Smith OL
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
275
HS
Fort Bend Ridge Point
|
TX
Junior Offensive Linemen Whose Stock Rose in the 2026 Rankings
Hugh is quickly rising as a junior offensive tackle prospect. With his impressive size at 6’5”, 275 pounds,...
Written by Marcus Henry
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Hugh Smith

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School: Fort Bend Ridge Point
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Oklahoma
Noah Best

Noah Best

TX
OL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 300
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Noah
Best OL
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
300
HS
Midlothian
|
TX
Junior Offensive Linemen Whose Stock Rose in the 2026 Rankings
Best is emerging as one of the fastest-rising offensive line prospects in the latest rankings. He is stout...
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Oklahoma
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Noah Best

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School: Midlothian
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Arkansas
Bryce Gilmore

Bryce Gilmore

TX
OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 275
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Bryce
Gilmore OL
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
275
HS
Prosper
|
TX
Junior Offensive Linemen Whose Stock Rose in the 2026 Rankings
Gilmore is a rapidly rising offensive tackle prospect in the 2026 class. With great feet, an athletic frame,...
Written by Marcus Henry
Arkansas
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Bryce Gilmore

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State: Texas
School: Prosper
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Vanderbilt
Pulelei’ite Primus

Pulelei’ite Primus

TX
OL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 326
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Pulelei’ite
Primus OL
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
326
HS
Midland
|
TX
Junior Offensive Linemen Whose Stock Rose in the 2026 Rankings
Primus is one of the most dominant and physical offensive lineman in the 2026 class. He has an...
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Vanderbilt
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