2026 Rankings Update: Stock-Risers Poised for Big Offseasons

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Taking a look at some of the biggest rankings risers to have on your radar ahead of an important offseason for these Nevada juniors.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["212375"],"_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-676546a812985"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Day was one of the biggest risers in the latest rankings update leaping into the overall top-10 with his stellar junior season. The 6'3"/175 DB totaled 110 tackles, 16 TFLs, and 2 INTs for the 5A D-II runner-ups. Rangy, highly physical tackler that can defend every area of the field. Gets downhill in a hurry with a quick trigger to the football and closes the space with speed and efficient angles of attack. Shows his true sideline-to-sideline range as a lone high-safety and is one of the most violent hitters in space that you'll find at the high school level. Possesses a skillset reminiscent of the #8 prospect in NV's 2025 class and Utah-signee, [player_tooltip player_id='1111025' first='JJ' last='Buchanan'], with his rare combination of length, athleticism, and physicality. Day just picked up his first P-4 offer from Purdue after the hire of former UNLV coach, Barry Odom- expect more major D-I interest and offers coming his way this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">ALL GLORY TO THE MAN ABOVE !! After a great talk W/ <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Odom?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Odom</a> I am beyond blessed and honored to say that I have received an offer from Purdue University !!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BoilerUp?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BoilerUp</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FL_Ftball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FL_Ftball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BlairAngulo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BlairAngulo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ChadSimmons_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChadSimmons_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bgr8_recruits?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bgr8_recruits</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KyleMorgan_XOS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KyleMorgan_XOS</a> <a href="https://t.co/rQjgZBfBgv">pic.twitter.com/rQjgZBfBgv</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='212375' first='Gavin' last='Day'] (@gavinday26) <a href="https://twitter.com/gavinday26/status/1868100401159131212?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 15, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1110880"],"_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-676546a8129ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harris took over the top spot among OL in Prep Redzone's latest update to the 2026 NV rankings. The junior OT out of Clark showed great skillset development from his sophomore to junior seasons, capitalizing more on his natural physical tools at 6'8"/315. Shows his athleticism out in space, eliminates threats as a puller, and overpowers defenders at the POA with natural size and strength. Flashed some footwork in pass protection but could focus on improving the consistency of his hand placement heading into next season. Nasty run blocker with traits that project him as a future D-I RT. Clark picked up his first offer from Washington in November and holds some of the most promising raw upside of any offensive lineman in Nevada's 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Full season highlight<br>6'8 325<a href="https://t.co/jL1aXSyvlx">https://t.co/jL1aXSyvlx</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1110880' first='Dominic' last='Harris'] (@Domharris79) <a href="https://twitter.com/Domharris79/status/1856456068521447654?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1112218"],"_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-676546a812a3a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Vibabul continued to establish himself as one of the most gifted passers in the state throwing for over 1,800 yards and 25 TDs this season. The 6'/160 dual-threat also rushed for nearly 1,300 yards and 11 TDs as a junior. High-level natural arm talent jumps off the tape with his ability to distribute with accuracy to every area of the field. Smooth operator from the pocket that gets the ball out with a quick, fluid release and pushes the ball downfield with effortless arm strength. Slick, elusive athlete as a runner that can make defenders miss and take advantage of minimal space. Reminds me of the #2-QB in PRZ NV's 2025 rankings, [player_tooltip player_id='820679' first='Tommy' last='Williams'], with the level of natural tools and athleticism he brings to the QB position. Vibabul's one of the most underrated QB prospects on the Nevada recruiting trail and should start to generate some interest at the D-I level with the massive upside he offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17789759/671f107a6c60e68323f35b0b' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676546a812be6"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1321320"],"_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-676546a812c34"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cronin showed his prowess in the trenches on both sides of the ball as an OT and DE for the 5A D-II state champs this season. The 6'6"/245 junior racked up 13.5 TFLs and a team-leading 9 sacks while also earning first team All-Region honors on offense. Athletic blocker that possess highly sought-after OT traits in his length, technique, and bend/flexibility. Patient pass blocker that times an effective strike to disrupt the rush, resets on light feet, and possesses the lateral agility to stay in front. Quick to his spot in the run game and can pick up blocks at the second level. Cronin's drawn interest from San Diego St., Nevada, and Dartmouth and could be on track to pick up his first offer in the coming months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">My regular season Highlights! <a href="https://twitter.com/eehowren?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@eehowren</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/c_manu75?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@c_manu75</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KenCrawford36?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KenCrawford36</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ManogueFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ManogueFB</a> <a href="https://t.co/ezG9PPasDr">https://t.co/ezG9PPasDr</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1321320' first='Kole' last='Cronin'] (@KoleLCronin) <a href="https://twitter.com/KoleLCronin/status/1860045084429025618?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 22, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1336577"],"_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-676546a812c7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tausinga showed promising flashes in a backup role for one of the most talented OL units in the country this season. Strong, powerful OT at 6'4"/300 that moves well and possesses all the physical tools of a future P-4 offensive lineman. Has the frame and anchor to hold up against power rushers on the edge and flashes some focused technique in his pass sets. Tausinga should continue to put his name on the radar and climb Nevada's 2026 rankings as he works his way into a starting role next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jr Year (Regular Season) highlights🌪️<a href="https://twitter.com/BrandonHuffman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrandonHuffman</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BlairAngulo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BlairAngulo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/adamgorney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adamgorney</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GregBiggins?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GregBiggins</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AKalaniuvalu?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AKalaniuvalu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AlofaituliSj?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AlofaituliSj</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DouglasUtu56?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DouglasUtu56</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JURY?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JURY</a> <a href="https://t.co/NBEZbQUzGW">pic.twitter.com/NBEZbQUzGW</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1336577' first='Tevita' last='Tausinga'] (@KoloaTausinga) <a href="https://twitter.com/KoloaTausinga/status/1860166623019302984?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 23, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["876948"],"_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-676546a812cc7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kuloloia established himself as one of the most explosive wideouts in Nevada's junior class averaging 24 YPC for a total of 850 receiving yards and 13 TDs on 35 catches this season. Dynamic perimeter threat that excels at finding and creating space on in-breaking routes and can shed and elude tackles after the catch for explosive gains. Still developing as a route-runner but flashes promising quickness, agility, and change-of-direction in and out of his transitions. Kuloloia's impressive junior tape and production should help him kickstart some recruiting interest in the coming months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/vcNpsuyvy6">https://t.co/vcNpsuyvy6</a> <br><br>JUNIOR SEASON:<br>35 receptions <br>864 yards <br>25.9 yards average <br>73.0 yards a game <br>13 touchdowns <a href="https://twitter.com/FL_Ftball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FL_Ftball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bgr8_recruits?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bgr8_recruits</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSchu_FL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSchu_FL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BGR8_ISI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BGR8_ISI</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='876948' first='Aipa' last='Kuloloia'] (@AipaKuloloia) <a href="https://twitter.com/AipaKuloloia/status/1861887400873795800?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 27, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->