ARKANSAS 2026 RANKINGS UPDATE: Offensive Line Breakdown

<p>2026s, you're on the clock, and all eyes are on you. We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2026 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2026 offensive linemen with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the offensive linemen, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1340834' first='Maddox' last='Welborn'] is one of those prospects that I've been high on since June of 2024. He possesses the size and athletic ability to be successful at the next level. Welborn displays good initial quickness off the LOS and good footwork. Welborn demonstrates good hand placement and hand strength, using well-timed punches to disrupt defenders and create space. He can displace defenders off base blocks. His quickness enables him to execute effective reach and zone blocks, consistently overpowering opponents and creating running lanes. He maintains a strong anchor in pass protection and showcases good lower-body and core strength to control. He also demonstrates effective hand placement and awareness of potential stunts. Additionally, Welborn exhibits good lateral quickness, balance, bend, and footwork when mirroring pass rushers.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.1 GPA / 32 ACT</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MaddoxWelborn/status/1929391160297955730 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1517260' first='Nichael' last='Rucker'] has had a hot start to June, racking in three offers from Arkansas Tech, Hendrix, and North Alabama. He's been rising up our rankings due to his versatility and athletic ability across the interior. He plays guard but is also capable of playing the center position. He demonstrates solid initial quickness in his pass sets and uses his hands to control pass rushers with a strong anchor due to good lower-body strength. Rucker can move in space during pulls or outside zone runs. He shows good motor and play strength, consistently attacking until the whistle blows. His lateral quickness and ability to mirror are effective. Add him to your recruiting board. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.7 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/rucktotuff/status/1929705890883457060 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1664440' first='Grant' last='Rollins'] lands at number 26 for his position in his first-ever ranking. He's a potential breakout candidate in 2025. He's an exceptional run blocker, capable of executing base, reach, and combo blocks effectively. Rollins displays solid initial quickness off the snap, which helps him create inside leverage through good hand placement and footwork, creating a strong base. His active feet enable him to drive and displace defenders, and he can also effectively combo up to the second level. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 5.3 40</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/GrantRollins13/status/1922480119609688186 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1650089' first='Cade' last='James'] is also another breakout candidate to watch throughout 2025. He displays solid initial quickness off the snap and hand placement, which helps him inside create leverage and drive with active feet to displace. He consistently displaces defenders, creating running lanes on the edge. He's a strong runner blocker with the anchor in pass protection. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/cjames6262/status/1927477152863125723 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1675608' first='Cannen' last='Crooks'] lands at number 48 in his first-ever ranking, but I expect that to change as he continues to showcase his skills this summer and during his senior season. He's an athletic center in a run-heavy, option offense. He has a good combination of power, strength, and quickness. Crooks plays with a high motor and good play strength, demonstrating a willingness to work through the second and third levels of the defense, as you will see on film. He has active feet, good lower body strength, and the power to displace defenders effectively. He can mirror opponents in pass protection due to his solid lateral quickness, balance, and hand placement, which allows him to maintain control and stay centered. He's a prospect to watch throughout 2025.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 500 Squat</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/cannencrooks55/status/1930745858393330072 </div></figure>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 OFFENSIVE LINEMEN:</h2>   <p>1. [player_tooltip player_id='207186' first='Evan' last='Goodwin'] (Bauxite)</p>   <p>2. [player_tooltip player_id='364854' first='Cody' last='Taylor'] (Greenwood)</p>   <p>3. [player_tooltip player_id='918048' first='Tucker' last='Young'] (Lakeside)</p>   <p>4. [player_tooltip player_id='212209' first='Jahlon' last='Harris'] (Maumelle)</p>   <p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='320131' first='Jeremyah' last='Green'] (Quitman)</p>   <p>7. [player_tooltip player_id='552783' first='Kingston' last='Jackson'] (Conway)</p>   <p>8. [player_tooltip player_id='1283872' first='Isaiah' last='Bowman'] (Conway)</p>   <p>9. [player_tooltip player_id='421493' first='Landon' last='Billy'] (Greenwood)</p>   <p>10. [player_tooltip player_id='401208' first='Samuel' last='Hicks'] (Booneville)</p>   <p>11. [player_tooltip player_id='1569057' first='Easton' last='Daily'] (Alma)</p>   <p>12. [player_tooltip player_id='1192009' first='Matthew' last='Heckman'] (Fayetteville)</p>   <p>13. [player_tooltip player_id='401181' first='Alec' last='Huie'] (Clinton)</p>

2026s, you're on the clock, and all eyes are on you. We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2026 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2026 offensive linemen with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the offensive linemen, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar: