2026 Biggest Rankings Risers

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">In-depth evaluations of the 2026 prospects who made the biggest jump in the updated PRZ state rankings. </h2>    Sorensen has been skyrocketing up recruiting boards recently and made the largest jump of any 2026 prospect in the updated PRZ state rankings. He's a solid 6'4” 230 lbs. with natural athleticism, bend, and speed. Possesses the frame and skillset to handle both the physicality of the LOS as a blocker and the movement skills to be an effective receiver in the passing game. Attacks the short and intermediate levels of the field as a pass catcher but turns those into big gains with his combination of speed and power after the catch. Great ability to engage and drive defenders off the ball in the running game, he's balanced at the POA and shows strength sustaining and finishing his blockers. Developing into a national recruit with recent offers from Ole Miss, Missouri, Michigan State, Florida, and Wisconsin.   7 Offers: Cal, Boston College, Wisconsin, Florida, Michigan State, Missouri, Ole Miss      Impressive interior DL prospect that moved inside the top 100 overall and is the #14 ranked defensive lineman in the 2026 class. He's continued to add weight and strength now at 6'1” 265 lbs. while maintaining his initial quickness and ability to redirect in the short area. Low center of gravity gives him good natural leverage and power at the contact point. Strength allows him to maintain separation from blockers and move them off their line to close a gap or take an angle to the ball carrier. He's quick to locate the ball and use a variety of moves to disengage from blockers and chase. Well coached, he shows good technique and hand usage when executing those moves. Four D1 offers to date but will see a bump in the offseason.   4 Offers: Arizona, New Mexico, San Jose State, UNLV      Watkins is a dynamic athlete with track level speed, runs a 10.79 100m and 21.84 200m. At 6'0” 180 lbs. he's got a versatile skillset that can transition well to either side of the ball at the D1 level. Explosive with the ball in his hands he shows he can stretch the field vertically as a receiver, pick up chunk yards taking hand offs, or make game changing plays in the return game. He accelerates to top speed quickly and weaves through defenders until his finds space and breaks away. Plus ball skills, he tracks and adjusts well to ball flight and flashes quick hands to rip the ball out of the air. Moved up over 100 spots and is in the top 15 of two-way athletes in the state. Picked up his first offer of many from Fresno State midseason.   1 Offer: Fresno State   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Malcolmwatkins_/status/1868761217206292498 </div></figure>     Rolovich came as advertised in his first season as a starter for San Marin. He showed an excellent dual-threat skillset with good size and frame at 6'4” 200 lbs. A sharp passer, the ball jumps out of his hand with velocity using a smooth over the top delivery. He's calm in the pocket with clean footwork and mechanics as he makes his reads and goes through his progression. Accurate to all three levels of the field with the touch and trajectory to throw a catchable ball. Shows good rotation in the hips and shoulders to zip a one ball with anticipation on timing routes or launch a deep ball on an off balanced throwing platform. Like his ability to create and improvise when protection breaks down. Will evade defenders and buy time with his eyes downfield and throw over the top of coverage when they bite. Holds three offers but will see more come his way as the recruiting cycle progresses.   3 Offers: San Jose State, Texas State, New Mexico Highlands      Telona is a force on both sides of the ball for one of the top programs in northern California. At 6'2” 270 lbs. he projects as an interior defensive lineman that can dominate the LOS and overwhelm opponents with his speed and strength. He's quick off the ball with an explosive first step out of his stance creating immediate movement and penetration. Strong in the hands and lower body he's a heavy striker that can maintain separation from blockers and fight through contact to get to the ball carrier. Possesses a powerful anchor to take on blockers, stack double teams, and plug a gap. He's a natural bender that is quick in the short area and can redirect in traffic to pursue the ball. Picked up some big time offers during his junior season and moved inside the 50 overall and the top five at his position.   6 Offers: Oregon, Auburn, Minnesota, Cal, San Diego State, Sacramento State      At 6'4” 200 lbs. Aguilar is an attacking defender with great positional versatility to line up and be effective playing multiple spots. Good length and growth potential in his frame to add mass as he develops. His speed and athleticism make him a sideline to sideline defender that can fill against the run, drop back into coverage, or rush the passer. He's violent at the POA bringing good power, leverage, and momentum to overpower opponents and finish through contact. Flashes good anticipation and play recognition skills to read run/pass and get an early break on the ball. Relentless in pursuit he plays with high effort and takes efficient angles to the ball to close space quickly. Filled the stat sheet as a junior with 102 total tackles, 14 TFL, and four sacks. The potential and upside are there.   2 Offers: San Jose State, New Mexico