Oregon’s class of 2027: Top offensive linemen

The state of Oregon has churned out quality offensive linemen for the past decade.   While the class of 2027 lacks a true leader at the top of the board, there are several candidates to emerge as potential multi-offer talents.   Here's a look at the top offensive linemen in Oregon for the class of 2027:   Cade Wilson, Banks — 6-4, 295   Wilson is easily the hottest offensive line prospect in the state of Oregon.   He holds a new offer from Idaho, and heavy interest from the Big Sky and Pac-12.   A Power 4 offer sheet is not out of the question if he continues his meteoric rise up the rankings.   Meke no mistake, Wilson is a “must-see” right now for college coaches.    OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='937281' first='Tripp' last='Johansen'], Willamette — 6-2, 260    Johansen is a primarily a defensive lineman and will play defensive end at the collegiate level.    But he does play along the O-line in high school.   Johansen has generated seven offers, highlighted by a slew of Ivy League programs - Brown, Columbia, Harvard, Princeton, Yale and others.    [player_tooltip player_id='937311' first='Alexander' last='Mishkin'], West Linn —  6-3, 285   Xander Mishkin was a first-team all-conference and second-team all-state selection as a versatile offensive line piece.   At 6-foot-3, his future will almost certainly be inside at either guard spot or center.   Away from football, he carries a stellar 4.13 GPA with a 76-inch wingspan and is a standout lacrosse player.   Mishkin will be a key part up front for one of the best offenses in the state next season.   Another all-state honor should follow.    [player_tooltip player_id='1593163' first='Ben' last='Goalen'], Summit — 6-4, 280   Goalen had a standout junior campaign.   He was named first-team all-state and first-team all-Intermountain Conference.   The 6-foot-4, 280 offensive lineman is generating significant Big Sky interest this winter, and could see his stock continue to climb with a strong offseason.   [player_tooltip player_id='1359160' first='Dylan' last='Marquez'], Lake Oswego — 6-4, 270   Last year, Lake Oswego had one of the best offensive lines in recent memory, and ran behind that group for a state title.   The Lakers produced two running backs who averaged more than 10 yards per carry.    Marquez had a strong showing as a junior, earning Three Rivers League all-league honors and needs to emerge as a leader of next year's group.   If he can do that, Marquez could climb.    OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1708641' first='Emmett' last='Hunsaker'], Sprague — 6-5, 260   Hunsaker is a left tackle/defensive end with intriguing size and athleticism as a two-sport athlete.    He was a first-team all-league selection and carries a 3.86 GPA.   That combination of size, productivity and GPA in a two-sport athlete might make him a player to watch if he has a big offseason.    OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1358887' first='Scottland' last='Telesa'], Aloha — 6, 255   Telesa isn't the biggest two-way lineman, but put together a stellar performance during his junior season.   He was first-team all-state and first-team all-league as a defensive lineman and second-team all-state and first-team all-league as an offensive lineman.    Throw in the 3.83 GPA, and there's a lot to like about the undersized, highly-impactful two-way lineman.     [player_tooltip player_id='1591706' first='Preston' last='Powell'], Westview — 6-4, 265   At 6-foot-4, 265 pounds, Powell has good size.   And he put it to use last season in the Metro League.   Powell was a first-team all-league selection and can play either left or right tackle.    [player_tooltip player_id='1591863' first='Brock' last='Sahlfeld'], Glencoe — 6-1, 255   A two-sport football player/wrestler with impressive strength, Sahlfeld was his conference's lineman of the year and earned first-team all-league honors on both sides of the ball.   He was a first-team all-state offensive lineman and an honorable mention defensive lineman.   Sahlfeld isn't the biggest lineman, but he's highly productive and has been a key to Glencoe's high-powered run game.    [player_tooltip player_id='887126' first='Landon' last='Fray'], Gresham — 6-6, 315   Fray has intriguing size and his tape improved significantly from his sophomore to junior seasons.   If he can make a similar leap this offseason, a big senior season could catapult his recruiting stock.    OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1358907' first='Alex' last='Lydgate'], Lincoln — 6-4, 265   “Big Al” is a two-time all-conference selection who was a key cog in the Cardinal's offense that churned out 2,000 yards rushing.   He still needs to get stronger, but Lydgate is already producing at a high level for Lincoln.    [player_tooltip player_id='2054807' first='Colton' last='Lucas'], Sandy — 6, 255   Sandy's offense has churned out yardage on the ground of late, and Lucas is a big part of that effort.   The 6-foot, 255-pound lineman was a first-team all-state selection and a first-team all-league choice.   With a 3.97 GPA, there's a lot to like about Lucas.   He'll have to overcome limited size, but it's hard to ignore his performance.    [player_tooltip player_id='2054690' first='Grady' last='Hall'], West Linn — 6, 280   West Linn is one of the state's best programs over the past decade-plus.   And Hall was an unanimous first-team all-Three Rivers League selection.   He is one of, if not the best, returning center in the state next season.   At 6-foot, size will be an issue in his recruitment, but he's been stellar on tape.    OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1334190' first='Caden' last='Pubols'], Central Catholic — 6-2, 260   Central Catholic is one of the state's best program, and young, multi-year starting linemen are worth keeping a close  eye on.   Pubols, an offensive and defensive lineman, is an interior OL who could rise up the board as he adds some experience and strength.    [player_tooltip player_id='2054699' first='Levi' last='Pacheco'], South Medford — 6-3, 275   Pacheco was a first-team all-South/Central Football Conference selection as a junior.   He could shift inside at the college level and become a versatile offensive line piece for a program.    [player_tooltip player_id='2090565' first='Brady' last='Nichols'], Mountain View — 6-4, 255     A nominee for OregonLive's Preseason Offensive Lineman of the Year Award, [player_tooltip player_id='2090565' first='Brady' last='Nichols'] has limited tape, but has the size to be an intriguing player.   He needs more exposure and reps.    [player_tooltip player_id='2054700' first='Ethan' last='Tatum'], West Salem — 6-2, 290   A first-team all-league tackle from the All-South/Central Football Conference, Tatum was not credited with allowing a single sack this fall.   He also helped Western Oregon signee Keon Campos become one of the state's most productive running backs.   He's worth keeping an eye on, as he could pop in the next six months and jump several spots.   OL/DL Sylar Folau, Marshfield — 6-4, 285   Wrestling at South Albany last month in the Tod Surmon Invitational, Folau won the individual heavyweight (285 pound) title.   The two-sport star continues to impress and should that dominant play translate into senior tape, he could jump up several spots.    [player_tooltip player_id='2067921' first='Kane' last='Mack'], Silverton — 6-2, 260   A second-team all-league center, Mack was an honorable mention all-state selection.   He has solid size and plays for a state championship offense that was remarkably balanced, attacking via the run and pass.   Mack should push for higher all-state honors next fall.    [player_tooltip player_id='937310' first='Jorge' last='Perez'], Aloha — 6, 300   A talented shot putter and offensive lineman, Perez lacks the height most college teams require but is an athlete worth keeping an eye on.    [player_tooltip player_id='1708647' first='Ethan' last='Dromgoole'], Lake Oswego — 6-1, 280   Lake Oswego had one of the state's best lines in history this fall, paving the way for two running backs who averaged more than 10 yards per carry.   Dromgoole has a chance to really climb up the rankings, taking over a for a key nucleus that moves on to college.   The 6-foot-1, 280-pound interior lineman could make a big jump if the Lake O O-line continues to churn out highly-productive runners.   [player_tooltip player_id='1591724' first='Max' last='Knapp'], Sprague — 6, 260   An all-league guard who carries a 3.86 GPA, Knapp took a gameday visit to Oregon State this fall.   If he can generate some small college interest, his stock could rise.    [player_tooltip player_id='2078807' first='Evan' last='Fero'], Barlow — 6-2, 220   A Mt. Hood first-team all-conference lineman, Fero made big strides this fall.   If he can continue that climb, he could blossom into a coveted small college prospect.   At 6-foot-2, 220 pounds, he's not the biggest lineman, but his tape is solid and could get schools keeping close tabs.    [player_tooltip player_id='1591875' first='Cooper' last='Collier'], Springfield — 6-1, 235   More tape is needed to evaluate Collier, but he has potential.    [player_tooltip player_id='1591876' first='Julien' last='Kennedy'], Churchill — 6-2, 250   An honorable mention all-league selection, Kennedy could make a first-team jump given that the first and second teams were loaded with seniors.   A bunch of spots are sent to open up next fall, and the talent should rise to first-team honors    OL/DL [player_tooltip player_id='1660446' first='Aaron' last='Auvil'], Central — 5-11, 340   A 315-pound nose guard, Auvil packs on plenty of size to his 5-11 frame.   He's a run-stuffer, no doubt.    On the offensive side of the ball, he's got enough size to be effective in both pass pro and as a road-grader.   The question will be his height and arm length, but there's good work being done on tape.

The state of Oregon has churned out quality offensive linemen for the past decade.