Film Room: 2026s in Iowa Ready to Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;howe30&nbsp;in the coupon code area</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A new season is quickly approaching. Updated rankings are being released, the final set expected to arrive on Thursday. It will be for the 2026 Class/Senior Class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In preparation for the release, here's a look at six new additions to the rankings. We've put a lot of time into evaluations like these ones this offseason, trying to get to as many guys as possible. That pursuit continues: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1705174"],"_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-686c2d4634b9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A three-phase standout in 2024, Larson could raise his level of play even higher this coming season. You see the potential for that when watching his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16530444/680e40e6567fcb0d674b10a9">junior highlight video</a>. Operating from the slot, Larson is a smooth route runner. He has a knack for reading the defender and identifying a way to beat him. Larson is comfortable catching the ball in traffic and makes guys miss in space. As a defensive back, Larson also flashes potential as a guy that sticks well in coverage and pursues the run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1706465"],"_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-686ec318d4c1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Robinson helped out on both sides of the ball as a junior in 2024. On offense, he rushed for 316 yards (6.0) and six touchdowns with a catch and a pair of two-point conversions. Robinson totaled 21.5 tackles (9 solo, 3.0 TFL). His <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17063582/67c91eb7570017991508ff43">11th-grade highlight video</a> opens with Robinson playing fullback and blowing up a defender. He then carries the ball with power and elusiveness. Sometimes he lines up in the backfield and on other occasions he'll be in the slot or at H-Back, where his blocking also stands out. Robinson brings physicality on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1706470"],"_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-686ec3f176202"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hinson was an interesting case in 2024, when he caught 18 passes for 253 yards and a touchdown for the varsity. During limited reps at quarterback, two of his three completions were TD passes and he also found the end zone via rush. He flashes excellent arm strength during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17977906/67fb11cc956e7e329a5881f6">11th-grade highlight video.</a> Hinson also looks fluid as a receiver, with smooth route running and speed. He's physical and quick as a receiver, and those traits aid him when he's running with the rock, including when he's behind center. Hinson is one to watch this season as a prospect at multiple positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1706474"],"_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-686ec4b2d973f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fisk played an important role as a defensive lineman for Wapello, registering 24.0 tackles (15 solo, 1.0 TFL) and a fumble recovery. He ate up blocks in the middle of the line, playing his assignment. Fisk showed a knack from quickly disengaging from the block when a tackling opportunity came his way. There's also promise when Fisk lines up on the offensive front. He moves his feet well and benefits from active hands and balance. Fisk shows off consistent physicality no matter what position he's playing during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/21889149/67be65891201740c41c2309a">11th-grade highlight video</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1706508"],"_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-686ef202631c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">On an offense with a lot of talented players to feed, Maxwell caught five passes for 70 yards and a touchdown, showing off his big-play ability. He also contributed on defense and special teams as a junior in 2024. Maxwell's <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18002115/67293731947b63ba2a5d6dfc">11th-grade highlight video</a> reveals a big target on the outside. He's a skilled route runner, who gets in and out of his breaks quickly. Maxwell adjusts well to the ball in the air and appears to have reliable hands. A big frame allows Maxwell to block in the running game, too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1706613"],"_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-686ef2026325a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It takes a certain makeup to excel at center. A guy's gotta be quick with sharp reflexes. There needs to be power and a commitment to being the low man. Some fearlessness and a whole lot of preparation goes into it as well. Graves looks like all of that during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17870132/67b16bf6d81217ea26b3191a">junior highlight video</a> of 2024. His footwork is sound as his his lateral quickness, both necessary for him in succeeding in the eight-player game. Graves reached blocks in space with ease. Bringing physicality to the table, Graves has no issues playing through the whistle with pancakes being the end result.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->