UW-River Falls Mega Camp: ’26 DL Standouts, Part 2

The 2025 UW–River Falls Mega Camp once again featured a strong showing in the trenches, and the defensive line talent from the Class of 2026 was no exception. Now entering their senior seasons, these prospects brought physical maturity, refined technique, and a competitive edge to every drill. From well-established names to rising talents looking to boost their stock, the group stood out during one-on-ones, pursuit periods, and change-of-direction work. With fall right around the corner, these defensive linemen made it clear they're ready to anchor front sevens at the next level.   For a look at the underclassmen who showed promise, check out our <a class="" href="#">'27 and '28 DL Standouts from UWRF Mega Camp</a>. For Part 1 of our '26 DL Standouts, click here.    Williams' polished technique and nimble footwork became evident in drills focused on rushing the passer and mirroring lateral agility. His hips are quick, and he reacts with conviction. Williams, a senior at St. Joseph Catholic Academy (WI), has a combination of power and coordination that helps him navigate A and B gaps with confidence. A few times, I saw him refine leverage and hand usage when slightly moved off his spot.     Smith, a senior at Big Foot High School (WI), stands out immediately due to his size. He's a legit 6-foot-5 and appears to have an even longer wingspan. His base strength and nimble foot were evident in run drills and four‑bag reps. During one‑on‑ones, he was explosive with his first step and block‑shedding. With continued focus on gaining strength and refining technique, Smith could be a contributor at the college level.     Sieker brings instant fire and pop to his play. He charged through individual drills with focus and purposeful movements. One of the more technically sound defenders I noticed, Sieker delivered one of the day's most complete efforts. In 1-on-1s, he unleashed a rapid first step, low pad positioning, and hammer‑fast hands to overpower blockers with a mix of strength and athleticism.     Staub, a senior at Triton, showcased burst during 1-on-1 sessions. He quickly exploded off the snap and consistently gained leverage over blockers. During padded drills, he was fast and aggressive. His ability to quickly disengage and separate in tight quarters signals promise as a hybrid edge defender. Added weight should help him against larger tackles at the next level.     Kanyanga plays defensive end at the NFL Academy in England, standing 6'4″ "and 245 pounds with an 87.5″" wingspan. He dominated pop-up and reach-block drills at UW‑River Falls by firing off the line aggressively, extending cleanly past blockers, and repeatedly winning edge control in one-on-one run competitions. He was electric during Indy drills, demonstrating powerful strikes with either hand during rounding drills. Kanyanga should be considered one of the best prospects at the UW-River Falls Mega Camp this year.

The 2025 UW–River Falls Mega Camp once again featured a strong showing in the trenches, and the defensive line talent from the Class of 2026 was no exception. Now entering their senior seasons, these prospects brought physical maturity, refined technique, and a competitive edge to every drill. From well-established names to rising talents looking to boost their stock, the group stood out during one-on-ones, pursuit periods, and change-of-direction work. With fall right around the corner, these defensive linemen made it clear they're ready to anchor front sevens at the next level.