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Rankings Update: Top Uncommitted ’26 Receivers

Rankings Update: Top Uncommitted ’26 Receivers
Corey Bailey
Corey Bailey July 18, 2025 @ 06:05 AM
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Joshua Parker
Joshua Parker 6'4" | 193 lbs | WR | 2026
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DJ Hill
DJ Hill 5'8" | 160 lbs | WR | 2026
MD
Keyon Rice
Keyon Rice 5'9" | 165 lbs | WR | 2026
MD
Kobe Ellis
Kobe Ellis 5'9" | 170 lbs | WR | 2026
MD
Tywan Baker
Tywan Baker 5'10" | 160 lbs | WR | 2026
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1607617"],"_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-687a2036dfaaf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1607617' first='Joshua' last='Parker']: Physical Wideout with Size, Strength, and Reliable Hands</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1607617' first='Joshua' last='Parker'] is a big-bodied receiver whose blend of size, toughness, and physicality makes him a matchup nightmare on the perimeter. Currently holding five Division I offers, including a recent one from the University of Albany, Parker continues to build momentum as one of the more polished pass catchers in the region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He turned heads at the Duel in the DMV 7-on-7 Tournament, where he was named a Top Performer after helping Maryland Octane dominate on Day 1. On film and in competition, Parker consistently presents a large catch radius and shows strong hands in traffic, giving quarterbacks a reliable option in contested situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">But Parker's value goes beyond just catching passes, he's a tough tackle after the catch, often lowering his shoulder and picking up extra yards. He's also a dependable blocker on the perimeter, using his size and strength to seal off defenders and open lanes for his teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/daparkerJ/status/1937598508464255478","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/daparkerJ/status/1937598508464255478 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["711774"],"_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-687a2036dfb29"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='711774' first='Keyon' last='Rice']: Versatile Speedster with Power Five Pedigree and Playmaker Traits</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='711774' first='Keyon' last='Rice'] is a dynamic wide receiver who brings a complete skill set to the field and college programs have taken notice. Currently holding nine Division I offers, Rice's recruitment ranges from respected mid-majors like Rhode Island and UNC Charlotte to national powers such as the University of Miami and Clemson.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rice is more than just a speed threat; he's a true offensive weapon. He consistently wins at the catch point, showing the leaping ability and body control to high-point the football. After the catch, he transitions into a running back, displaying toughness, balance, and physicality as he racks up yards after contact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Poly clearly trusts him to create in space, frequently dialing up screen passes to get the ball in his hands quickly and let his instincts take over. Whether stretching the field vertically or making defenders miss underneath, Rice is a constant mismatch with the ability to change a game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["212352"],"_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-687a2036dfb7e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='212352' first='Tywan' last='Baker']: Explosive 2026 Playmaker with Top-End Production</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='212352' first='Tywan' last='Baker'] has been a fixture atop the PRZ rankings since his freshman year at St. Francis, and he continues to back up the hype with elite-level production and athleticism. Now starring at Mervo, Baker has firmly established himself as one of the premier deep threats in the 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In 2024, he showcased his ability to stretch the field, consistently torching secondaries and turning broken coverage into six points. His vertical speed is a true game-changer, but Baker proved it's not just about go routes, he took a jet sweep to the house, effortlessly outrunning the defense and flashing the kind of top-end acceleration that separates elite receivers from the rest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Baker currently holds five Division I offers, including his most recent from the University of Rhode Island. As one of the most electric underclassmen in the region, expect that list to grow substantially as he continues to put defenders on notice throughout the 2025 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/0standout/status/1929268683634835617","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/0standout/status/1929268683634835617 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402014"],"_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-687a2036dfbd3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='402014' first='Kobe' last='Ellis']: Physical Wideout with Rising Stock and Reliable Hands</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='402014' first='Kobe' last='Ellis'] has been one of the breakout names of the offseason, quickly emerging as a wide receiver to watch in the 2025 class. He turned heads as a Top Performer at the <em>Duel in the DMV 7-on-7 Tournament</em> where I had the opportunity to watch his team, Maryland Octane dominate on Day 1. His recruitment began to take off with an offer from Howard University. Since then, his offer list has grown to 10 programs, with New Hampshire being the most recent to join the mix.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A Second Team All-WCAC selection, Ellis combines a sturdy frame with a physical play style. He excels in contested catch situations, attacking the ball at its highest point and showing strong hands through contact. Whether working the boundary or going over the middle, Ellis consistently creates mismatches with his body control and toughness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With momentum building and college interest rising, Ellis is positioned for a major senior season. Expect his recruiting stock to continue climbing as more programs look to add a physical, reliable target to their 2026 class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KobeEllis3/status/1861810385289982191","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KobeEllis3/status/1861810385289982191 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1313285"],"_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-687a2036dfc2b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1313285' first='DJ' last='Hill']: Explosive Playmaker Set for Breakout Return in 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1313285' first='DJ' last='Hill'] is a dynamic, big-play threat out of The Maret School, known for his top-end speed and versatility across all three phases of the game. Whether he's taking jet sweeps out of the backfield, stretching the field as a vertical threat, or flipping field position as a return specialist, Hill is a constant mismatch with the ball in his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As a sophomore, Hill found the end zone often, flashing elite acceleration and playmaking instincts. Though he missed the 2024 season due to injury, he's poised to return in 2025 with a chip on his shoulder, and the tools to make a major impact. His ability to score from anywhere on the field makes him one of the more intriguing comeback stories in the region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hill picked up his sixth Division I offer from the University of Penn in May, and with a clean bill of health and renewed focus, expect more programs to take notice of his speed, versatility, and game-breaking potential as the season unfolds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/djjhill_/status/1934283799480697013","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/djjhill_/status/1934283799480697013 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->

Joshua Parker

Joshua Parker

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HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 193
POS WR
CLASS 2026
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DeMatha
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Keyon Rice

Keyon Rice

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HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 165
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Tywan Baker

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WEIGHT 160
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Weight
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Mergenthaler VT
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Kobe Ellis

Kobe Ellis

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HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 170
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Ellis WR
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2026
Height
5'9"
Weight
170
HS
Good Counsel
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2026
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5'8"
Weight
160
HS
Maret
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