2026 Watchlist to Ranked: Skilled Positions

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">In-depth analysis of the 2026 skilled position players that moved up from the watchlist to the rankings in the recent update.</h2>    Walker is an electric playmaker at WR and in the return game, with explosive speed that makes him a constant big play threat. At 5'10” 165 lbs., he has the burst and top end speed to stretch the field vertically, consistently creating separation and taking the top off defenses. After the catch and as a kick returner, he's dangerous in the open field showing vision, acceleration, and the ability to flip field position or score at any moment. His quick release, fluid route running, and strong hands make him a reliable deep target, while his ability to shift gears mid-route keeps defenders off balance. With multiple D1 offers already in hand, Walker has proven he brings game changing speed and can impact the game in all three phases.      Blocker is a dynamic slot receiver with high caliber speed and playmaking ability in space. A true mismatch in the open field, he's explosive off the line and accelerates quickly creating separation with ease against man or zone coverage. His short area quickness and sharp route running make him a difficult cover underneath, while his long speed allows him to turn short catches into long gains. He has strong hands, tracks the ball well on the move, and not afraid to work across the middle of the field. Gets involved in the offense in a variety of ways working all areas of the field, taking jet sweeps, or turning screens into big plays. His speed, agility, and versatility make him a threat to score every time he touches it. Collected six D1 offers before committing to UC Davis in late May.      At 6'1” 170 lbs. Harrington is a smooth, technically advanced WR with the ability to stretch the field and consistently win downfield. He's a plus route runner who creates separation with good tempo, subtle body movement, and a strong understanding of positional leverage. High level body control and coordination to adjust to mid-air ball flight and track the deep ball with ease. Whether working the boundary or attacking the middle of the field, he shows natural feel for spacing and timing. Extremely consistent and reliable making tough catches look routine and is a constant threat to slip by deep coverage. Committed to play baseball at Stanford but his combination of route precision, tracking skills, and field awareness makes him highly effective on the football field.      6'3” 210 lbs. Eckl is a pure football player. Physically gifted, he's a two-way standout who's drawn multiple D1 offers thanks to his impact at both TE and DE. Offensively, he's a matchup problem – big enough to body defenders in the red zone, yet athletic enough to create separation and extend gains after the catch. He runs clean routes for his size, shows soft hands, and finishes through contact. As a blocker, he brings toughness and effort with the frame to continue developing in-line strength/size. On defense, he's equally disruptive off the edge. Fires off the ball with good burst, uses his length to keep blockers away from his body, and plays with a high motor. He sets a strong edge in the run game and can bend and redirect to the ball in pursuit. His combination of size, athleticism, and versatility make him a high ceiling prospect on either side of the ball at the D1 level.      Biggs is a technically sound, high IQ CB with the skillset to lock down receivers at all levels of the field. He plays with clean, efficient footwork and fluid hips allowing him to transition smoothly in and out of breaks. His reactionary quickness and closing speed stand out on film. He's patient while being able to match movement and break on the ball with speed/confidence. Shows strong eye discipline in both man and zone coverage, rarely getting caught out of position. Ball skills are a clear strength, he tracks the ball naturally, times his break well, and consistently challenges receivers at the catch point. Holds one D1 offer to date but is under recruited given his technique, instincts, and physical tools. Could be a late steal for a high profile program.