2026 Rankings Update: Top-100 New Additions

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Breaking down some of the new additions inside the top-100 in Prep Redzone's latest update to the 2026 NV Player Rankings. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1611726"],"_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-67e5f2c6e213a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nicolaidis transferred in to Bishop Gorman this offseason after breaking out as a D-I prospect on both sides of the ball with Central Catholic (Portland, OR). Possesses the size (6'4"/240) and athleticism to play either EDGE or TE at the next level and has picked up several D-I offers as an EDGE this offseason. Plays fast and physical off the edge with the twitch and technique to make quick work of OTs and penetrate the backfield. Packs violent, powerful hands and is explosive getting off the ball. Nicolaidis holds over ten D-I offers including UNLV, Nevada, Utah St., and most recently Pitt. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🔒‘ed in! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/gorebs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#gorebs</a>🎰 <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachDanMullen?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachDanMullen</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachAMayes?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachAMayes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/jaxonboesen?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jaxonboesen</a> <a href="https://t.co/5y2ysbzOY9">pic.twitter.com/5y2ysbzOY9</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1611726' first='Andreas' last='Diaz-Nicolaidis'] 3⭐️ (@AndreasN1210) <a href="https://twitter.com/AndreasN1210/status/1899883219472048498?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1165391"],"_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-67e5f2c6e21f2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arnautovic is a new addition to the PRZ NV 2026 rankings after transferring in to Mater Academy from Mariner (Everett, WA). He's a massive OT at 6'4"/300 that moves well and can open lanes in the run game. Good leg drive off the ball and controls defenders with his hands. Still developing his technique but possesses all the physical tools of a future D-I RT. Arnautovic was just re-offered by UNLV in January with other interest coming from Eastern Washington, Oregon St., and Navy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had a great time at UNLV's junior day today! With that being said, after great conversations with <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSollenne?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSollenne</a>, im blessed to be re-offered to UNLV. <a href="https://t.co/3YiNoYdct8">pic.twitter.com/3YiNoYdct8</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1165391' first='Haris' last='Arnautovic'] 3⭐️OT (@harisarn20) <a href="https://twitter.com/harisarn20/status/1883269433088770468?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1600265"],"_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-67e5f2c6e2269"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zuro is a new name in the PRZ top-50 after putting together a strong junior season for the 5A D-II state champs in the fall. Played RG this past season but looks like a future OT given his size, length, and mobility at 6'6"/290. High-IQ pass blocker that can identify stunts/blitzes and come off to pick up the free rusher. Strikes defenders with good leverage and makes effective use of his hands and reach. Zuro picked up an offer from Nevada back in 2023 and should start to generate some buzz on the recruiting trail with the physical upside he offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="pl" dir="ltr">Junior SZN 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/ManogueFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ManogueFB</a> <br>6'6 290 OL/DL <a href="https://t.co/RYdmn4Tob5">pic.twitter.com/RYdmn4Tob5</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1600265' first='Max' last='Zuro'] (@MaxZuro5) <a href="https://twitter.com/MaxZuro5/status/1884790097549414823?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1584952"],"_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-67e5f2c6e22d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jackson was newly added to the PRZ 2026 rankings after producing a breakout season on both sides of the ball with Douglas this past season. The 6'2"/195 junior rushed for over 1,400 yards and 19 TDs and recorded 71 total tackles with 4 INTs on defense. He's a versatile playmaker with great physicality and nautral athleticism to his skillset. Can align at multiple levels of the defense, is a strong tackler in space, and shows quality ball skills creating turnovers in coverage. Jackson's a sleeper in northern Nevada that should start to generate some interest as he continues to raise his stock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">‼️‼️Junior Season Defense ‼️‼️<br>⭐️71 Tck (43 solo)<br>⭐️3 Sacks <br>⭐️3 TFLs<br>⭐️4 INTs<br>⭐️FF, FR<br>📚4.3 GPA<br>💨4.5 40<a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Chance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Chance</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/vsunseri3?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@vsunseri3</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMalone18?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMalone18</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/cfry_05?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cfry_05</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachRodBrown?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachRodBrown</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BWardDCoord?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BWardDCoord</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachAkina?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachAkina</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJayHill?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJayHill</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EWUCoach_Bruce?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EWUCoach_Bruce</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachBobbyJay?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachBobbyJay</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_TsTock?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_TsTock</a> <a href="https://t.co/NM9YOzocBW">https://t.co/NM9YOzocBW</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1584952' first='Zack' last='Jackson'] (@ZackJackson007) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZackJackson007/status/1860871253621706898?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1581649"],"_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-67e5f2c6e233e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Purnell is the latest junior OL out of Centennial to be added to PRZ NV's 2026 rankings. Produced a strong season at LT showing his high-upside athleticism and physicality as a run blocker. Good size (6'3"/280), mobility, and flexibility help him get to his landmarks and stick to his blocks. Can stay in front of defenders with light feet and good range of motion, looks comfortable out in space, and packs a punch at the POA. Purnell's an under-the-radar prospect that should continue to climb the OL ranks with the level of skill, physicality, and athleticism he possessess. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">6'3 280 versatile OL<a href="https://twitter.com/DJ_Campbell26?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DJ_Campbell26</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachNorris34?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachNorris34</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachdaynediaz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachdaynediaz</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/christoph_codes?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@christoph_codes</a> <a href="https://t.co/O08ioMvL4B">https://t.co/O08ioMvL4B</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1581649' first='Xzavier' last='Purnell'] (@xpurnell50) <a href="https://twitter.com/xpurnell50/status/1890221413564575759?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1644957"],"_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-67e5f2c6e23a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Entsminger is a sleeper OL prospect in Vegas that should see more opportunities to raise his stock in the coming year with the departure of last season's elite senior OL class out of Bishop Gorman. His physical makeup at 6'4"/290 point towards a future spot along the interior but his footwork and mobility could see him move outside to OT. Shows his power in the run game, eliminates targets as a puller, and shows good hands and patience in pass pro. Entsminger is a player to keep an eye on as we get closer to the 2025 season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/adamgorney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adamgorney</a> for the invite!<a href="https://twitter.com/JuryCoach?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JuryCoach</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneNV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneNV</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BishopGormanFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BishopGormanFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GregBiggins?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GregBiggins</a> <a href="https://t.co/F0H5Lm9z7j">https://t.co/F0H5Lm9z7j</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1644957' first='Devin' last='Entsminger'] (@DEntsminger2026) <a href="https://twitter.com/DEntsminger2026/status/1895960404377157880?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/adamgorney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adamgorney</a> for the invite!<a href="https://twitter.com/JuryCoach?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JuryCoach</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneNV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneNV</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BishopGormanFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BishopGormanFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GregBiggins?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GregBiggins</a> <a href="https://t.co/F0H5Lm9z7j">https://t.co/F0H5Lm9z7j</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1644957' first='Devin' last='Entsminger'] (@DEntsminger2026) <a href="https://twitter.com/DEntsminger2026/status/1895960404377157880?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->