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Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1

Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1
Scott Burgess
Scott Burgess March 15, 2025 @ 09:00 AM
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Cooper Kowalczyk
Cooper Kowalczyk 6'4" | 290 lbs | OL | 2026
IL
Ryan Myers
Ryan Myers 6'5" | 290 lbs | OL | 2026
IL
Alex MacDiarmid
Alex MacDiarmid 6'2" | 250 lbs | OL/DL | 2026
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Jack Sciortino
Jack Sciortino 6'3" | 265 lbs | OL | 2026
IL
Cooper Paukstis
Cooper Paukstis 6'2" | 245 lbs | OL | 2026
IL
Gene Riordan
Gene Riordan 6'5" | 275 lbs | OL | 2026
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>During the offseason we will be breaking down the film of all the top prospects from across the state ahead of our massive 2026 rankings update in the upcoming months!  Here is a look at some of the offensive lineman in the 2026 class in <strong>Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401605"],"_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-67d4a2a7ebd94"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Riordan is one of the premier prospects in the state.  The 6'5" 275 pound right tackle is a complete tackle being able to impact in both the run and pass. Great frame and strength.  He is light on his feet moving with ease.  Very quick.  Like how he uses his length and locks into his man.  Comfortable in one on one situations in space. Smart player helps make calls at the line along with being able to adjust to things on the fly during the play.  In the run game he plays with a mean streak moving guys and getting to the second level.  Very physical.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1120487"],"_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-67d4a2a7ebdf7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This Batavia lineman is up to 6'5" 290 pounds.  Has versatility being able to play multiple positions on the line, but probably is best at right tackle.  Moves well for his size and is forceful with his hands. Gets out of his stance quickly and has proven to be very difficult to get around against high level pass rushers.  In the run game he is adept at consistently putting defenders on their backside!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["801979"],"_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-67d4a2a7ebe3d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Paukstis is a 6'3" 260 pound offensive lineman that played both left tackle and left guard for Wheaton St. Francis.  Projects best kicking inside to guard to give him his highest ceiling.  Technically sound player with good mobility and athleticism.  Typewriter footwork. Locks in on defender with good use of his hands. Hits well on the move in the run game while playing physical using his raw strength to move defenders.  Seals well and does a nice job of using leverage and angles effectively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["801982"],"_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-67d4a2a7ebe7d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sciortino stands at 6'3" and 270 pounds.  Through 11 games at left tackle he only allowed a single sack as a junior.  Excellent footwork against edge rushers.  Uses his length and wide base to his advantage. Really good pass protector that shows sound technique.  Smart player that understands the game.  Combo blocks and plays with a mean streak.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Angelo DeSensi","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"275","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2405","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Montini","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d4a2a7ebf21"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">DeSensi is a 6'5" 275 pound right tackle.  Like what he brings in the run game.  Plays with a mean streak, drives, and seals well.  Good athlete for his size that is mobile and plays with leverage.  Good use of hands.  Like the physical upside here combined with the athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624369"],"_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-67d4a2a7ebf67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kowalczyk is a 6'4" 290 pound left tackle.  He has broad shoulders and a wide base.  Really like what he brings in the run game driving defensive lineman to the second level.  Physical with his hands and moves well for his size.  The physical tools and technique combination make him intriguing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["801981"],"_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-67d4a2a7ebfa4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">MacDiarmid is a 6'2" right tackle that is physical in the run game.  Like his footwork in pass pro.  Good use of length. If it doesn't work out at right tackle he could be a big time guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

During the offseason we will be breaking down the film of all the top prospects from across the state ahead of our massive 2026 rankings update in the upcoming months!  Here is a look at some of the offensive lineman in the 2026 class in Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1!

Iowa
Gene Riordan

Gene Riordan

IL
OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 275
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Gene
Riordan OL
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2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
275
HS
Hinsdale Central
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Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1
Riordan is one of the premier prospects in the state.  The 6’5″ 275 pound right tackle is a...
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Iowa
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Princeton
Ryan Myers

Ryan Myers

IL
OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 290
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Ryan
Myers OL
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
290
HS
Batavia
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Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1
This Batavia lineman is up to 6’5″ 290 pounds.  Has versatility being able to play multiple positions on...
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School: Batavia
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Cooper Paukstis

Cooper Paukstis

IL
OL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 245
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Cooper
Paukstis OL
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
245
HS
Wheaton St. Francis
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IL
Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1
Paukstis is a 6’3″ 260 pound offensive lineman that played both left tackle and left guard for Wheaton...
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Jack Sciortino

Jack Sciortino

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OL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 265
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Jack
Sciortino OL
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
265
HS
Benet Academy
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Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1
Sciortino stands at 6’3″ and 270 pounds.  Through 11 games at left tackle he only allowed a single...
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Angelo DeSensi

Angelo DeSensi

HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 275
POS OL
CLASS 2026

Angelo DeSensi

School: Montini
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Cooper Kowalczyk

Cooper Kowalczyk

IL
OL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 290
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Cooper
Kowalczyk OL
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
290
HS
St. Charles North
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Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1
Kowalczyk is a 6’4″ 290 pound left tackle.  He has broad shoulders and a wide base.  Really like...
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Alex MacDiarmid

Alex MacDiarmid

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OL/DL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 250
POS OL/DL
CLASS 2026
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Alex
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Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
250
HS
Benet Academy
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Film Room: 2026 Western Suburbs Offensive Lineman Pt 1
MacDiarmid is a 6’2″ right tackle that is physical in the run game.  Like his footwork in pass...
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