PRZ Spotlight Shines On ’26 Linebackers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Certain coaches may choose to argue with me, but in my opinion, linebackers are the backbone of a defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You need a solid 11 players on your defensive unit, but coordinators can compensate for weaker defensive lines and defensive backs with a strong linebacking corps. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's a position I enjoy watching when I am at games, and while watching NFL games on Sundays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here is a look at four ranked linebackers in the Kansas Class of 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["652686"],"_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-685476a9eb370"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tyson is ranked No. 44 overall in the Kansas Class of 2026. He finished his junior season with 72 total tackles, six of which resulted in lost yardage. He also recorded one interception and a fumble recovery. Junction City continues to produce college-level talent, and Tyson has the quickness and toughness to join JC alumni who have played on Saturdays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1431941"],"_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-685476a9eb3e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wette is currently ranked No. 94 overall in the Kansas Class of 2026. I saw him recently at a combine at McPherson College. I was impressed with his quickness and how he carried himself that day. He has split time at the linebacker and running back positions. He recorded 75 tackles last season and one quarterback sack. I think his college future is on the defensive side of the ball. He will add immediate depth to a program's special team units. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["533064"],"_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-685476a9eb437"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kile is ranked No. 127 overall by Prep Redzone Kansas. He recently participated in a camp at Washburn University. He is an excellent tackler and can do damage in the opposition's backfield. Last season, he accumulated 32 tackles. He has a nose for the football and the quickness to get to it. He recorded five TFLs, 3.5 quarterback sacks, 11 quarterback hurries, two forced fumbles, and two pass breakups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1474404"],"_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-685476a9eb485"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We have Daniels listed as a linebacker and running back, but he has the versatility to play multiple positions, including lining up as an edge rusher. He rushed for 578 yards last season and recorded 29 tackles. He recently participated in a camp at Purdue University. He also competes in track and field and is an accomplished thrower. He also ran on a couple of relay teams for Santa Fe Trail. He has offers from Middle Tennessee and Memphis.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->