Class of ‘26 Fall Update: 5 Debuts Inside the Top 200

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For those that haven't heard yet, the Class of ‘26 rankings were updated yesterday. There may not have been significant changes made, but this fall update comes after three months of build up.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Twelve of the highest stock risers were revealed yesterday, and now in this report we'll be taking a look at some newcomers. This fall update welcomed 19 prospects and our rankings for the senior class now stands at 550 ranked players. Some from that group have been teased over the past week, but there's still a few more to highlight. See where this group of five debuted in the rankings.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1881770' first='Amare' last='Batiste'] - Wichita Collegiate, 6'1”, 185, WR</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The line of recruiters looking to add [player_tooltip player_id='1881770' first='Amare' last='Batiste'] is growing by the week. He's quietly picked up multiple <em>FCS</em> offers as well as offers from <em>D-II</em> and <em>NAIA</em> programs. That's a testament to the potential he has at receiver. Batiste boasts an ideal frame for a wideout at the collegiate level and he's very explosive. He made his debut at No. 67 overall and is the 7th ranked receiver in the class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1891335' first='Taft' last='Stueve'] - Blue Valley, 6'3”, 230, TE</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This class is so rich at the tight end position, and the addition of Stueve adds even more depth. He joined the talented group as the 5th ranked tight end in the class and is the 88th ranked prospect overall. Stueve has put together a strong senior campaign, and has been an intricate piece to Blue Valley's explosive offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1968772' first='Jake' last='House'] - St. James Academy, 6'0”, 185, RB</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rounding off the <em>Top 100</em> in this update is [player_tooltip player_id='1968772' first='Jake' last='House'] of St. James Academy. House has been a breakout star for one of the top teams in Class 5A this season. Between rushing, receiving, and kick return; House has accumulated over 1,100 all-purpose yards and has hit pay dirt 11 times. He entered the rankings as the 15th ranked running back in the class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1942928' first='Evan' last='Middleton'] - Manhattan, 6'2', 225, Edge/LB</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Whichever program lands the services of this next prospect will be very happy. Middleton of Manhattan has raised his stock tremendously with the season he's put together. Through seven games the outside backer has racked up 28 total tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, and 4.5 sacks. Middleton's not too far from the <em>Top 100</em> as he debuted at No. 114 overall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1863156' first='Trey' last='Brockington'] - Leavenworth, 5'8”, 170, ATH</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Leavenworth Pioneers have a strong group of seniors leading their team this season. Brockington is a part of that group, and his standout play has helped Leavenworth to a 6-1 record. His most recent performance was an impressive outing. In Week 7 Brockington rushed for 146 yards on 12 carries and scored three touchdowns. He cracked the rankings at No. 167 overall.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->