2027 Rankings: Offensive Lineman Stock Risers/New Names

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the Prep Redzone Illinois 2027 Rankings being expanded to 250 prospects there are a ton of new names that have emerged along with prospects that elevated their stock.&nbsp; Here we look at those prospects in&nbsp;<strong>2027 Rankings: Offensive Lineman Risers/New Names</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1335459' first='Trey' last='Foster'] (Carmel)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Foster is a 6'3" 240 pound interior offensive lineman. Plays at both guard and center. Quickness inside and is a very good pass protector. Anchors well, mirrors, and does a nice job using his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1130998' first='Lonnie' last='Johnson'] (Belleville Althoff)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson transferred over to Althoff from Lutheran North. The 6'2" 280 pound lineman played last year right guard and right tackle, but now is at left tackle for Althoff. Might end up projecting best at guard.  Powerful in the run game with a strong punch and good athleticism getting to the second level.  Like what he brings in pass pro using his length hand fighting. Mirrors well and has good footwork.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1618838' first='Cade' last='Koehler'] (Sandburg)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Koehler is a 6'5" 285 pound right tackle that has good size and a nice frame. Road grader that moves bodies up front in the run and plays with a mean streak. Physical as well vs pass rushers with his strong hands and mirrors well moving his feet laterally.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1522262' first='Gavin' last='Ericson'] (Montini)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ericson is a 6'4" 255 pound versatile offensive lineman that saw time last season at left tackle, right tackle, and center for a team that won state. He has good length and uses it when hand fighting in pass pro. Light on his feet with excellent movement skills. In the run he drives with his legs after locking in on his opponent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1251730' first='Jackson' last='Woods'] (Fenwick)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Woods is a 6'5" offensive lineman that brings versatility being able to play up and down the line. Got reps at both left tackle and center. Uses his length very well and has a nice frame. Moves bodies and is at his best in the run game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1624829' first='Maxwell' last='Schueneman'] (Neuqua Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Schueneman is a big dude at 6'5" 330 pounds. The left guard has a wide base and a thick lower half. Uses his long arms and raw strength to lock onto man and not let them move. Seals off his man and is technically sound.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1570788' first='Micah' last='Welch'] (Johnsburg)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Welch is a 6'2" 230 pound left guard that brings good mobility and athleticism. Pulls well.&nbsp; Plays with a mean streak and has raw strength. Pulls well with his athleticism. Gets to the second level.&nbsp; Solid in pass pro mirroring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1567216' first='Brody' last='Hibner'] (Morris)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hibner is a 6'5" 265 pound left guard that has a strong frame.&nbsp; Good size on the interior along with strength. Hits on the move showing solid athleticism.&nbsp; Pretty good footwork.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1734834' first='Evan' last='Phillips'] (Williamsville)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Phillips is a right tackle with excellent size at 6'6" 285 pounds.&nbsp; Takes out guys in the run game with his size and power. Seals well and shows good athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->