Built Different: IL Offensive Linemen With Size You Can’t Coach

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensive line play often develops later than other positions, but size, frame, and functional strength still matter when projecting long-term upside. These six Illinois linemen bring college-caliber bodies and traits that give them a real foundation to build on in the trenches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='472668' first='Josiah' last='Wallace'] (Glenbard West) – OT – 6'8, 300</strong><br>Wallace owns a rare tackle frame with length you simply can't teach. His wingspan allows him to get into rushers early and take away the edge. As his footwork and balance continue to improve, he has the physical tools to neutralize speed off the corner and make pass rushers uncomfortable.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2104952' first='Soren' last='Fifer'] (Morton) – OT – 6'6, 295</strong><br>A big-bodied tackle with a strong size baseline, Fifer looks the part from the jump. He brings a physical presence to the edge and has room to keep refining his technique. With improved pad level and consistency, he projects as a dependable pass protector with run-game value.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tylen Stephenson (T.F. South) – OT – 6'5, 320</strong><br>Stephenson is built to move people. He plays with power and mass, giving him the ability to displace defenders in the run game. When he stays square and plays under control, his strength and size combination makes him difficult to get around.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Colten Siebert (Libertyville) – OC – 6'2, 260</strong><br>Siebert brings a more physically ready build at center and the ability to handle interior power. He profiles as a stabilizing presence in the middle, capable of anchoring against size while continuing to grow into the position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1344777' first='Ralph' last='Haralson'] (DePaul College Prep) – OC – 6'1, 299</strong><br>Haralson offers a true interior body with mass and strength that immediately stands out. He shows the ability to hold ground in pass protection and generate movement in the run game. His size alone gives him a high functional floor at the position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Josh Shaw (Mount Carmel) – OG – 6'2, 320</strong><br>Shaw is a dense, powerful interior lineman who can wear defenses down over four quarters. When he plays with control and keeps his hands tight, he has the ability to cave space inside and bring a physical edge to the offensive front.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->