MN Class 4A Top OL to Watch in 2026

Moving to Class 4A MN, we continue our search of the top OL names to keep an eye on this next season, with this batch of O-Linemen having a mix of more middle-ranked prospects who are hungry to boost their names this next season as well as several premier pieces on the trenches who have proven that they deserve to be mentioned among the best of the best at their position in Minnesota. We take a look at 8 OL from Class 4A MN to keep an eye on in 2026!    [player_tooltip player_id='1642886' first='Lucas' last='Jacobs'] flashed as a strong piece on the trenches for Holy Angels, showing high upside at both Right Tackle and DE. Jacobs is a tall blocker with strong, lengthy arms, showing proper extension and bend in his blocking technique. Jacobs maintains a low, steady stance with good balance and drives his feet consistently to plow defenders back. Jacobs shows strong reps in both opening up the run and solid pass-sets, showing good footwork kicking outward and maintaining a steady base. Jacobs is one of the more polished blockers that I've seen so far in MN and he could start seeing a steady flow of D1 offers heading his way heading into his senior campaign.     [player_tooltip player_id='1683376' first='Carson' last='Stay'] has bulked up quite a bit since his sophomore season, and while he didn't play a whole lot during his sophomore season, Stay is a major breakout candidate for the Thunder entering 2026. Seeing most of his reps at Right Guard while also taking some at Right Tackle, Stay is flexible on the line, proving to be a solid run-blocker who can get low, scan the field for moving targets quickly, and make a strong down-block to create a lane for his RB. Stay plays with a wide base and good balance, exploding with his first step to make first contact with the defender. Whether at Guard or Tackle, Stay should become a mainstay for Zimmerman's O-line entering his junior season with the potential to further add to his status as one of the fastest rising prospects to watch out for this season.     [player_tooltip player_id='2125932' first='Evan' last='Blackman'] may see himself play at either DE or OT at the next level, and while he certainly could still build some bulk to match his frame, Blackman has the potential to be a major problem on the trenches. His athleticism is undeniable, posting impressive testing numbers for his size, including a 315 lb max bench, a 500 lb max squat, and a 5.1 40 yard dash time. Playing at Left Tackle, Blackman shows solid hand placement, does a good job hitting moving targets at the second level, and is able to physically overwhelm defenders with his size. Blackman could certainly work on getting lower with his stance, though with some work on his fundamentals this offseason, Blackman holds major high-upside value that with the right fit can excel at the next level.     While Faribault struggled with a winless record in 2025, the Falcons' boasted a high-quality prospect on the trenches in [player_tooltip player_id='1651471' first='Conner' last='Lockerby']. Playing at Right Guard and Right Tackle out of a Power-T offense, Lockerby has proven capable as a run-blocker, playing with tenacity on the trenches, and several of his clips on tape showed him just decking defenders to the ground. Lockerby does a good job playing low and driving with his lower body while also proving to be a solid pull blocker while flashing impressively fast hands off the snap to win the first contact. Lockerby's talents may better suit him at an interior-OL at the next level, but he's clearly proven to be one of the few shining stars on the Falcons' team right now.     [player_tooltip player_id='2078799' first='Nolan' last='Field'] is an impressive blocker who plays to his beliefs of being aggressive and playing with high intensity. His athleticism certainly helps to back up that playing style, with an impressive 290 lb max bench, a 525 lb max squat, and a 600 lb deadlift, boasting the strength to bully defenders around without much resistance. Playing at Left Tackle, Field certainly backs up his playing style with a relentless motor, showing strong mechanics and getting to the second level with ease to create more lanes down the field. Field's aggressive style may also be at times his own enemy, and he got away with a couple of late shots during his junior season as well, which he should work on controlling, but his attitude with how he plays the position is a dream for any OL coach to have.     Luis Ferrero has held his own as a solid blindside blocker for the Spartans' offense since emerging in the starting lineup during his sophomore season. Fierro does a good job in slide protection, keeping his balance while moving laterally and keeping his targets straight in front of him without getting beat to the outside. Fierro maintains a low base, shows solid footwork, and works well in motion, being utilized as a strong pull blocker in the run game. Fierro should remain as a vital cog and a leader for the Spartans as they look to rebound back into the right direction.     Since earning a spot on the varsity lineup in his sophomore season, [player_tooltip player_id='1648453' first='Wyatt' last='Henderson'] has been a force to be reckoned with on the trenches for South St. Paul. An impressive athlete for his size, Henderson boasts a 355 lb max bench, a 315 lb max clean, and a 405 lb max squat, showcasing an impressive balance of full-body strength on the OL. Henderson shows an impressive level of speed on the OL, winning his reps often with quick burst, often generating jarring power on his blocks, and proving fast enough to be utilized as a proficient run-blocker to create big lanes in the run game. Henderson should remain a vital component to the Packers' success in the run-game and could boost his stock by the end of his senior season as a viable interior-OL prospect to go after.     [player_tooltip player_id='1580757' first='Mason' last='Edwards'] has had a strong presence for Byron's O-line, and he was a big reason why the Bears averaged over 35 PPG offensively. Playing prominently at Left Guard, Edwards can twist and drive defenders backwards, playing with a relentless motor that goes through the whistle. Edwards does a great job scanning the field and picking up on defensive assignments right away to create a gap in the run or to give protection for his QB in the pocket. Edwards will look to help guide the Bears to the state championship in 2026 after an early playoff upset in 2025 brought their year to a heartbreaking end.

Moving to Class 4A MN, we continue our search of the top OL names to keep an eye on this next season, with this batch of O-Linemen having a mix of more middle-ranked prospects who are hungry to boost their names this next season as well as several premier pieces on the trenches who have proven that they deserve to be mentioned among the best of the best at their position in Minnesota. We take a look at 8 OL from Class 4A MN to keep an eye on in 2026!