2026 NV Rankings Update: Vegas New Additions

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the 2025 Nevada season in the books these Las Vegas seniors balled out in their senior season to make our rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1656977"],"_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-693cdfdca2f52"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1656977' first='Brandon' last='Garcia'] is a compact, powerful defensive lineman at 5'10”, 245 pounds who put together an impressive senior season for Arbor View High School in Las Vegas, earning his way into the Nevada Prep Redzone rankings. He consistently plays with a relentless motor, showing the ability to fight through blocks and stay active from snap to whistle. Garcia's natural strength and leverage allow him to hold his ground against bigger linemen and generate push in the trenches. His effort, toughness, and production point to a player who has the tools to contribute at the college level, particularly for smaller programs looking for a high-energy interior defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1803073"],"_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-693cfecc236a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1803073' first='Javion' last='Gunter'] is a well-built 6'1”, 185-pound running back who delivered a standout senior season at Canyon Springs High School in Las Vegas, earning recognition in the Nevada Prep Redzone rankings. He runs with a high motor and plays with urgency, consistently finishing runs and staying aggressive between the tackles. Gunter pairs his size with impressive speed, allowing him to break into the second level and create explosive plays. His physical tools, effort, and production project him as a legitimate college prospect with upside at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2072088"],"_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-693cfecc2370c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2072088' first='Jacob' last='Estevez'] is a physically impressive 6'2”, 240-pound defensive lineman who anchored the front for Sierra Vista High School during a dominant senior season. He posted 8.5 sacks and consistently disrupted opposing offenses, earning all-league honors and a spot in the Prep Redzone Nevada rankings. Estevez plays with a relentless motor, pursuing the football with urgency and refusing to take plays off. His quick first step allows him to penetrate gaps and put immediate pressure on quarterbacks and ball carriers. He combines his size and strength effectively to shed blocks and hold up at the point of attack. With his production, effort level, and athletic traits, Estevez projects as a strong college prospect with the tools to develop at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2073028"],"_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-693cfecc23756"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2073028' first='Parker' last='Perkins'] is a long, athletic 6'2”, 175-pound defensive back for Pinecrest Academy Sloan Canyon who emerged as a key playmaker during his senior season. He earned second-team all-league honors and secured a spot in the Nevada Prep Redzone rankings through consistent production and impact plays. Perkins shows good range and ball skills, allowing him to track the football and capitalize on opportunities in coverage. He elevated his play in the postseason, recording timely interceptions in the playoffs and delivering a momentum-shifting pick at Allegiant Stadium during the 4A state championship. His length and instincts make him difficult for quarterbacks to throw over or around. With his upside, big-game performances, and physical tools, Perkins is a legitimate college prospect who should begin drawing recruiting attention in the near future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2072840"],"_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-693cfecc2379e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2072840' first='Caiden' last='Jackson'] is a compact, physical 5'10”, 205-pound linebacker for Pinecrest Academy Sloan Canyon who made a seamless transition from defensive line to linebacker during his senior season. Despite it being his first year at the position, he quickly displayed strong instincts in both the run and pass game. Jackson diagnoses plays well, shows the ability to read quarterbacks, and reacts decisively when the ball is in the air. He brings a downhill mentality, using his strength and leverage to finish tackles and deliver contact at the point of attack. Jackson also proved to be an effective blitzer, timing his rushes well and producing impactful sacks in key moments. His rapid development, toughness, and playmaking ability earned him a spot in the Nevada Prep Redzone rankings and should place him firmly on college recruiting radars this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->