PRZIA ’28 Rankings Update Position Breakdown: OL

Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code: OscarGalindo30 in the coupon code area.   The Class of 2028 rankings received a massive update earlier this week as we grew the number of ranked players to 30 and added over 100 new names to our watchlist.   To cover this update, Rob and I will be doing positional breakdowns featuring ranked and watchlist prospects. The next position I am covering has already started to make some waves on the national recruiting scene, and that is the offensive line group. In a state known for producing elite linemen, check out the guys who are next in line to carry that torch!   Full list <a href="https://prepredzone.com/iowa/rankings/2028-rankings/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a>   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />    <a href="https://x.com/CBarrett005" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">(@CBarrett005)</a>   AND STILL... the top prospect in the 2028 class, Dowling Catholic's [player_tooltip player_id='1583613' first='Carter' last='Barrett']. Carter has been one of the fastest rising 2028 OL prospects, having already drawn offers from major programs like Alabama, Maryland, Arkansas, Texas A&M, Kansas State, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Iowa State, Missouri, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Ole Miss. When you cut to the tape, you see Carter setting the tone early in the first few clips with some vicious pancake blocks that end in the dirt, showing the physical mindset he brings to the field. Carter possesses a great blend of power, size, mobility, and technique that is crafted beyond his age. In pass protection, Carter displayed excellent footwork and lateral agility to keep up with some of the top edge rushers in the state last season. Nasty run blocker who can climb up to the second level in a flash and still keep going after plowing one player into the ground. Consistent pad level, excellent hand usage/placement, great hip bend, and overall an elite prospect!      <a href="https://x.com/HaydenShannon28">(@HaydenShannon28)</a>   PCM's [player_tooltip player_id='1077234' first='Hayden' last='Shannon'] is another 2028 prospect who has earned early recognition from college programs with Power 4 offers from Iowa State and Nebraska. Starting with Hayden's size, he projects very well to the next level with great measurables at 6'4", 275 pounds and elite length to his frame. Hayden does a good job getting out in space to seal off running lanes and has the lateral burst to get several yards downfield to lead block. He is explosive getting out of his stance and is violent with his initial jab. Hayden is smart with his hand placement and consistent with his pad level when engaged with defenders. Impressive mean streak and motor to keep him playing through the whistle. Don't be shocked to see more teams hop on board if Hayden comes out hot in his sophomore campaign!      <a href="https://x.com/EvanMitchell__" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">(@EvanMitchell__)</a>   Dowling Catholic's [player_tooltip player_id='1286887' first='Evan' last='Mitchell'] is a player I'm tagging as a "just get him on the field" type of guy. Evan was another rare freshman OL starter for the Maroons, but he didn't just play OL, he played left guard, right guard, left tackle, right tackle, tight end, and even found himself on the defensive line. Regardless of where you lined him up, Evan made sure to bring the intensity and a non-stop motor to the field every down. He is very aggressive at the point of attack, displaying great explosiveness from his hips as he fires out of his stance and possesses a powerful jab that can overwhelm defenders. Mitchell's powerful lower body and constantly pumping legs allow him to forcibly drive defenders out of running lanes.      <a href="https://x.com/DeclanH2028" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">(@DeclanH2028) </a>   Although we don't have a ton of tape from Declan, he is a player we are buying early stock in... and lots of it! The Des Moines Christian prospect has been on a camp tour this summer, visiting several key camps, including Iowa State, Iowa, and Kansas State, and making sure to turn heads at each of them. Declan stands out immediately with his 6'6", 270-pound frame that includes top-tier athleticism and length. Watching a few clips, I was impressed with the footwork he displayed as he ran through drills, as well as his ability to maintain bend in his hips to keep his pad level consistent. Definitely someone to keep a close eye on in the upcoming months!     <a href="https://x.com/karstonbergeson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">(@karstonbergeson)</a>   There's a lot to like about a rising Waukee Northwest team, which boasts great young talent. One player to watch from that group is offensive lineman [player_tooltip player_id='1691188' first='Karston' last='Bergeson'], who started at left tackle on the freshman team but could carve out a role for himself this season. Karston's physicality and mean streak stood out to me as he was constantly looking to finish his blocks in the dirt and played through the whistle. He packs a mean punch when shooting his hands and knows how to work them inside to gain leverage over his opponent. Strong leg drive to force defenders off the ball. Bergeson's mobility also stood out on tape as he was quick to work his way to the second level and can build solid momentum when executing pull blocks before exploding through the defender's chest. Good footwork. I could see Karston being kicked to the interior at one of the guard spots and excelling at the next level.     <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   Make sure to follow @PRZ_OscarG for more news on Nebraska and Iowa HS recruiting.

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