2026 X Film Study 9

The X Film Study series rolls on with another collection of intriguing prospects from across Oregon. This edition features a strong mix of physical defenders, productive offensive weapons, and underclassmen whose upside continues to grow with every season. Several players on this list already flash college-level traits, while others are beginning to emerge as names to watch closely in their respective classes. As always, the goal is to evaluate what shows up on film while projecting where these athletes can develop over the next few years. Let's dive into Volume 9.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ConnorDarby57/status/2043862264282042639 </div></figure>   HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR FILM: Comment a link to your film by leaving a comment on the pinned post on my X profile. The post on my X profile is above.     Hanifan is a long, athletic linebacker prospect whose size immediately stands out at the second level. At 6'4”, he covers a lot of ground and shows good tackling ability when he gets downhill. His movement skills and frame give him intriguing upside, especially as he continues to add strength and confidence to his game. He processes plays well and has the athletic tools to impact both the run and pass game. With another offseason of physical development, Hanifan has the potential to take a major step forward.      Johnston is a smooth-moving receiver who has been dominant at the 1A 8-man level. He tracks the football naturally and shows reliable hands while also being dangerous after the catch. His fluid athleticism and route-running ability project well to the next level, especially as a receiver. Getting exposure on the camp circuit will be important for showing how his skill set translates against top competition.      Fakapulia is an impressive young defensive lineman who combines strength, athleticism, and effort at a high level. He plays fast and physical, consistently creating problems with his ability to penetrate and disrupt plays. His motor stands out, and he already shows strong movement ability for an interior defender. As he continues to mature physically, maintaining that athleticism while adding strength will be key to his development. The upside is significant, and he looks like one of the more promising young linemen in the state.      Caminotti is a compact, physical running back who consistently maximizes his touches with vision and toughness. He reads blocks extremely well and has a natural feel for finding running lanes before exploding through them. His balance through contact allows him to extend runs and pick up extra yardage. He also runs with a physical edge that makes him difficult to bring down cleanly. As he continues developing athletically, Caminotti has the tools to become one of the more productive backs in his class.      Barringer is a unique running back prospect with a taller frame that resembles a receiver, yet he still runs effectively between the tackles. He shows good balance and body control, consistently staying upright through contact and extending plays. His vision and agility allow him to create in space. He also flashes solid receiving ability, adding versatility to his game. Barringer is an interesting young prospect whose blend of size and athleticism makes him one to watch closely moving forward.

The X Film Study series rolls on with another collection of intriguing prospects from across Oregon. This edition features a strong mix of physical defenders, productive offensive weapons, and underclassmen whose upside continues to grow with every season. Several players on this list already flash college-level traits, while others are beginning to emerge as names to watch closely in their respective classes. As always, the goal is to evaluate what shows up on film while projecting where these athletes can develop over the next few years. Let's dive into Volume 9.