UW-Eau Claire Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp: Top Minnesotan Performers

Tuesday night, the unique, can't-miss, PrepRedzone favorite, third-annual University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp celebrated itself by welcoming nearly 200 total offensive and defensive linemen into the world class The Sonnentag athletic center from five states into its newly-hallowed halls and field house. Fully padded, you come to this camp to get better, get reps, get coached up, and get tougher, as only Big Dogs sign up and find success at the OL & DL-minded Upper Midwest Mega Camp special. 21 teams from the DII, DIII, and NAIA levels joined PrepRedzone in scouting and evaluating this exclusive must-stop on the Summer Camp Trail. With three scouts in attendance, PRZ Oliver is going to first focus on the Minnesotans who stood out at the 2026 UWEC Big Man Mega Camp. Studs only!   --   Minnesota Alpha Dog: [player_tooltip player_id='1702441' first='Nate' last='Sheridan'] (Randolph, MN) 2027. OL.   Overall Alpha Dog: Colton Markohn (West Bend West, WI) 2027. DL   Top Performers    The more familiar that PRZMN gets with Bemidji's Schwinghammer, the more we like him. Wrestling for the Lumberjacks in Minnesota's largest classification of wrestling, Schwinghammer finished third in the 285AAA heavyweight bracket this past season, and his decorated wrestling resume more than shows up when he's padded on the gridiron, camp or game setting alike.   Possessing big, strong, cooking pans for hands, Schwinghammer owns some serious chest strength and lead in his hands, winning at first contact point once he locked out and extended his arms post-first contact. His strength was highlighted in drive comp with an impressive win over massive Wisconsin OL, showing off his unreal blend of bend and "low man" pad level, strength at the point of attack, and physicality. During Pass Pro 1v1s: Schwinghammer won with a push-pull W, speed rush wins to OT's outside shoulder, unlocking hips, speed-to-power, and twitch. Schwinghammer is about to be unstoppable as a senior with 5A Bemidji.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Nemoschwingham1/status/2064812527976943654 </div></figure>     PRZMN was stoked to finally see Randolph Rocket [player_tooltip player_id='1702441' first='Nate' last='Sheridan'] live. Dating back to now Northern Iowa RS junior LB Tyson Coorman, it has been near impossible to find Rockets on the camp trail, and without a trip to Randolph under a belt (55 minuets from MPLS, 10 minutes from Cannon Falls, 12 minutes from Northfield) - a miss that is on us - we've had to rely only on Hudl tape to scout Randolph's recent trend of fun, explosive, tough, multi-sport stacked rosters from the past handful of recruiting cycles. Well, continue the streak snap, as Sheridan showed up and showed out at the third annual UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp. In a deep group of OL prospects, I believe Sheridan anointed himself as the best OL in attendance. There were some frontrunners for OL MVP who were making a strong case during early Offset Base drills, but Sheridan really pulled himself away from his peers and competition during pass pro reps.   Sheridan was laterally agile, could gain depth and width in his pass set and was beating speedy DEs upfield and protecting that outside shoulder. He also showed off a monster base that eating up power rushers like it was breakfast cereal, and he embarrassed a couple of DL physically with big, aggressive, bouncer-esque resemblance. Speaking of bouncers, Sheridan ran a couple of DL out of the proverbial club, running his feet and really announcing himself physically post-initial contact. Stock rising performance for Sheridan at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/nate_sher77/status/2064894635521048663 </div></figure>     Located 15 miles west of Albert Lea, it's obviously tough for a two, sometimes three man crew to see Alden-Conger 9Man prospects, but PRZMN was elated to see Knights' EDGE [player_tooltip player_id='1662074' first='Jacob' last='Dulitz'] at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp. A PRZMN First Team All-Eye Test Team member with some of the best length & wingspan of the loaded DL group, Dulitz displays some of the best and most significant room to fill in at the camp, but display the lankiness, there was obvious muscle definition, and Dulitz knew how to use it early, showing a good display of strength on the sled, fully extending those long arms with explosiveness and power. During Offset Base, Dulitz produced a mean, physically-imposing and flat-out-bully-like pancake, and he won a fair share of reps on his first pop and extension at initial contact, as well as. During pass rushing reps, Dulitz, with his outstanding length, was a coaches' favorite, as he looked like he was shot out of a cannon in his get-off, used his length to his advantage, rushed with good angles, was able to get skinny, and showed some effective and eye-catching twitch. Seemed to come into rushes with a plan and knew how to execute it. Was able to hang with big Wisconsin OL beef during drive comp. Tough, strong kid from Southern Minnesota and a stock riser in the eyes of PRZMN.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/06/Jacob-Dulitz-AldenConger.jpg?w=768" alt="" class="wp-image-2227430" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='1662074' first='Jacob' last='Dulitz'] - Alden-Conger</figcaption></figure>     One of those prospects who has slipped through the cracks, so to speak, I genuinely don't know PRZMN (that's me) missed Anoka's stud trench warfare specialist Max Lander in our recent 2027 ranking's update. With hulking, physically imposing, tree trunk-esque size, Langer won during Offset Base thanks to his dominant leg drive and pop/power in his punch and at initial contact. During Pass Blocking/Rushing, the Minnesota Big Schooler demonstrated a explosive get-off and an ability to thrive post-contact. Created big, physical collisions and was able to work through, maintain his balance, and overwhelm OL trying to set their base and find their feet.   Can't wait to get this kid on the ranking's Big Board.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MaxLanger99/status/2064538645432820151 </div></figure>     Eden Prairie High School had an excellent showing at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp. These boys have been hitting the weight room, and DL [player_tooltip player_id='1453214' first='Jack' last='Badon'] was really earning some wins during 1v1s, putting a big, thick, long, and powerful frame to good use over the border in Western Wisconsin. Coming alive during pass pro reps and exercises, Badon earned more than his fair share wins amongst a loaded DL group, stunning OL at the contact point with his booming punch and following it up with intentional leg drive that had OL going backward more often than not. His length was also an asset, as was his ability to unlock his hips, and he also earned a big win on a good OL thanks to his quickness and twitch that left the OT's feet stuck in the mud. Badon earned Gustavus and Augsburg roster spot offers from his performance!   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/jack_badon/status/2065193658136002650 </div></figure>     Let's keep things with the Eden Prairie Eagles. As mentioned, the Eagles' prospects that attended the 2026 UWEC Big Man Mega Camp were there to show off their work in the weight room, and judging by their size, development, and performance, these boys haven't been taking many days off. [player_tooltip player_id='1633452' first='Jake' last='Anderson'], like his Eden Prairie teammates, was a stock riser (Big Board-wise) thanks to his performance against a big, strong, sometimes corn-fed-heavy group of Wisconsin-born OL, and he highlighted his strength and physicality during Offset Base, crushing a talented DE where you could audibly hear him react him to the contact, then follow it up with a mean, strong, aggressive finish. Also made to sure to check on the kid after because he hit him so hard, I should add.   Anderson displayed consistent winning pad level and bend in his hips, and his strong, thick lower body could generate some serious pop when he loaded up his hips into contact. During pass pro reps, his big, wide base was eating contact like it was bacon and eggs for breakfast, and if DL got over toes and he'll dump you straight on your face. Anderson earned a Gustavus offer due to his performance at the UWEC 2026 OL/DL Mega Camp.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/jake_anderson09/status/2064339853089632335 </div></figure>     Our final Top Performer from the Land of 10,000 Lakes comes out of Stillwater and well-known multi-sport standout 2027 [player_tooltip player_id='1629870' first='Andrew' last='Olson']. A legit wrestling prospect who continues a long, vaunted line of Minnesota-manufactured heavyweight prospects, Olson finished this past season as the 285AAA 4th place wrestler, and with constant work on the wrestling mat, gridiron, and of course, weight room, the Stillwater product's physique was really looking impressive going into his senior season. Olson, despite some legit size for the Big School trenches of MN prep football, was as cut up as anyone at the 2026 UWEC Big School OL/DL Mega Camp. A sculpted upper body and big, strong, loose, nimble legs, Olson knew how to use his hands and hips in both run and pass defense exercises, Olson, during Offset Base, displayed strong extension and win thanks to his balance, leg drive, and strength post-extension. In Pass Rushing scenarios, Olson, from the interior, showed active hands, the ability to run hoop, and the awareness to play half a man and OL in a rush. He could also unlock hips, chop/rip effectively, and string together moves and counters effectively. Also demonstrated a powerful straight up powerful bull rush during Drive Comp.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AndrewOlson079/status/2062997482372727003 </div></figure>    Honorable Mentions    Stock rising performance from New Ulm-based Minnesota Valley Lutheran's [player_tooltip player_id='2127614' first='Jamis' last='Stewart']. Good size and build and knew how to use it. Showed some serious juice as a pass rusher, with an explosive get-off and an impactful and physical first pop at the contact point. Good speed rusher and earned more than his fair share of wins at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/StewartJamis/status/2064700111263846667 </div></figure>     Another New Ulm prospect and standout, Eagles' 2027 beefy DL had some serious juice from the interior of the defensive line. With good size and a noticeable combination of power and quickness, Haime earned more than his fair of share of wins at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp. Caught PRZMN's eye in a variety of different settings against a variety of different OL talent in the deep group of Wisconsin-heavy Hog Mollies. Earned an Augsburg roster spot due to his performance at the camp. Would love to see this kid as an Auggie.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/LincolnH1031/status/2064855567336702406 </div></figure>     The Centennial Cougars are looking pretty dang stacked coming into 2026. This includes both the skill and OL/DL groups, but the Cougars' trench warfare specialists are really showing up and showing out on the 2025-26 offseason circuit. Leading the charge for the Cougs' was DL [player_tooltip player_id='1882763' first='Brayden' last='Brittan'], who flashed a powerful bull, the ability to go speed to power with effectiveness, and a mean, heavy punch that was crumpling opponents at the contact. I'm not sure why he was in Group 2, Brittan should have moved up to the Big Dogs group. Oh yeah, and he was playing, winning, and enforcing himself physcially at both OL and DL! What a day in Eau Claire for this Blaine product.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/braydenbrittan_/status/2064525917234323560 </div></figure>     Lake City has been putting out some very physically-impressive football and basketball prospects the past few cycles, and 2027 [player_tooltip player_id='1665832' first='Jayden' last='Banks'] was a DL/OL that PRZMN was dying to see in person on the camp trail. Lucky for us, garage fridge [player_tooltip player_id='1665832' first='Jayden' last='Banks'] showed up and showed out at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp. With massive hands, feet, and overall lower body, Banks was working the sled like it was a worn-out punching bag in his backyard, and during Offset Base, he was battling in life-or-death fashion with noticeable urgency and toughness. Took some lumps during 1v1s, but was consistently working half-a-man against setting OL, and he culminated and highlighted his wins at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp by putting a big, towering, and talented WI-born OT flat on his butt thanks to some speed-to-power ability and execution. This kid has DII written all over him. Check out Lake City's 2027 clas: college coaches!   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/06/Jayden-Banks-Lake-City-.jpg?w=768" alt="" class="wp-image-2227431" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='1665832' first='Jayden' last='Banks'] - Lake City</figcaption></figure>     One of the lone young bucks to get moved up from the underclassmen group of prospects to the Big Dog group, don't be surprised to hear that the recruit came out of Mankato West High School. Darren Hoppe, a thick, powerful, yet still-growing DE from the 507 5A powerhouse, was leading with his face with impressive force during sled work, and he was eating up OTs during 1v1 pass pro exercises, which is what ultimately resulted in him getting moved up to the Big Dog group. He won with his speed rushes, ability to unlock his hips, and mean explosiveness when he went speed to power. He ate a kid up during pass pro 1v1s, going face face, head up into contact with some serious momentum behind him, not to mention great hand placement/usage and leg drive post-contact. We'll be interested to see if Hoppe earns some starting varsity reps in 2026 with the Scarlets' defense.     One of the more toolsy prospects at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp, Buffalo's [player_tooltip player_id='2126252' first='Lucas' last='Phillips'] was an easy choice for First Team All-Eye Test and First-off-the-Bus status from the DL group. Knew how to use his advantageous length in pass rush settings, and although he was somewhat inconsistent, his quickness and bend at the top of the pass rushing arc was impressive as well as noticeable. Some of the heavy hitting DIIs in attendance were working with Phillips throughout the session, and when this 6'5 and skinny DE could put it all together, he was very hard to stop. Hard not to see NSIC written all over this kid.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/06/Lucas-Phillips-Buffalo.jpg?w=768" alt="" class="wp-image-2227432" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='2126252' first='Lucas' last='Phillips'] - Buffalo</figcaption></figure>     A 6A pass-rusher out of Mounds View and the MN 6A ranks, DE/EDGE [player_tooltip player_id='2214647' first='Tyler' last='Nelson'] was an explosive, action-packed, albeit undersized standout from the class of 2027. With lead in his hands and a strong punch, a sled was no match for Nelson during drill work, and during 1v1 pass pro exercises, Nelson flashed a mean jab step and the consistent ability to beat OTs to their inside shoulder. Effective twitch wins came down the line as well.     Annandale, the returning MN 3A state champs, have talent to replace their loaded graduating seniors. One of the lynchpins on the always-important OL is [player_tooltip player_id='2056781' first='Kane' last='Fobbe'], who put together an overall dominant body of work in Group 2 at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp. This dude should have been working with his fellow seniors with the Big Dog group, that's forsure! Earned an offer from Gustavus thanks to his performance in Eau Claire!   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KaneFobbe72/status/2065205319345512581 </div></figure>     Great to finally see Eden Prairie's [player_tooltip player_id='1894033' first='Chase' last='Casper'] up close and in the flesh. A legit tall, somewhat towering OT/OG prospect from the former Classic Lake Conference powerhouse, Casper with his great frame, displayed some noticeable bend for his height in his pass set, and his concise footwork and powerful punch showed up in both drills and competition. Talk about a darkhorse in the 2027 MN OL crop of recruits!   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Chase_casper55/status/2065254676841320501 </div></figure>     Another Centennial Cougar who showed up and showed out at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp, iOL [player_tooltip player_id='2226720' first='Ethan' last='Tran'] had more than a few college programs' chatting about his gritty, tough, and physical performance during padded competition. Tran, working in Group 2, was balanced, laterally agile, and although undersized, was dogging kids in 1v1s run blocking competitions especially. Good technique when he'd go face-first, head-up against DL, and was strong enough to battle with the toughest in his group in both run and pass blocking settings. Someone is going to get a tough cookie to their collegiate OL room.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TranEthan77/status/2064569014383218892 </div></figure>     Another representative from Centennial's 2027 class who made the 1 hour, 45-minuteish drive from the Lino Lakes/Circle Pines area worth, [player_tooltip player_id='2164805' first='Carter' last='Stuckey'] caught PRZMN's attention in a variety of ways at the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp. Stuckey overpowered big school Wisconsin and Illinois' opponents during Drive Comp, and he showed some effective and eye-catching twitch during pass pro reps, with that MN Big School experience effectively shining through. During Offset Base, Stuckey produced such a big pop on Madison-area OL that it created some eye-popping whip lash that I would not have wanted to be on the receiving end of. This Centennial Cougar is going to maul some dudes in 2026. Only St. Olaf has offered a roster spot so far. Carter: trust in the Oles' belief in you! You'd look great in the black & gold.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CStuckey_3/status/2065106397914677573 </div></figure>     Great size and an absolute sleeper in the MN 2027 OL class, welcome to the scene: Eastview's Ben Lieffort! An All-Lobby, First-off-the-Bus member from the Land of 10,000 Lakes' Big School ranks, Lieffort was bendy for height and looked good when he could put it all together pad level, hands, and feet-wise. PRZMN will be eagerly checking if Lieffort's on the Lighting's 2026 OL starting rotation. Work and coaching at the 2026 UWEC Big Man Mega Camp sure helps.   @BLieffort90812     It took a bit to identify Watertown-Mayer's [player_tooltip player_id='1288357' first='Gabe' last='Hagel'], who wasn't rostered in the initial print out a the UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp, but Hagel made his presence known through his play in the padded, multi-faceted and situational camp setting. With the striking blew helmet and distinguishably-visible logo, Hagel had a powerful, reinforced, solid frame that looked like it could have played multiple positions on the gridiron, in a good way. He was one tough customer during 1v1s, using that thick upper body and those big feet, quick feet in a clean, consistent, and effective pass set that could gain both depth and width depending on the situation. Those big, burly, heavy hands, not to mention the sturdy and powerful base, were an effective combination when he dropped his anchor and absorbed contact from power rushers coming from the 5T or wider, and he also won a couple Drive Comp reps in impressive fashion. Don't sleep on Watertown-Mayer going into 2026.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Gabe_Hagel/status/2064537508075962816 </div></figure>     It's been a fruitful Summer Camp SZN for Buffalo OL [player_tooltip player_id='1629862' first='Matthew' last='Babatz']. Entering the 2026 UWEC Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp with offers from Southwest Minnesota State and Bemidji State, Babatz brought the momentum into the padded reps and Offset Base, using his big body and eye-catching size to enforce himself at the contact point, with some impressive foot speed to match. Wins, not to mention dominant wins, were earned by Babatz in the Big Dog group of competition in Eau Claire.   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MatthewBabatz/status/2064560928847180229 </div></figure>    --

Tuesday night, the unique, can't-miss, PrepRedzone favorite, third-annual University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Big Man OL/DL Mega Camp celebrated itself by welcoming nearly 200 total offensive and defensive linemen into the world class The Sonnentag athletic center from five states into its newly-hallowed halls and field house. Fully padded, you come to this camp to get better, get reps, get coached up, and get tougher, as only Big Dogs sign up and find success at the OL & DL-minded Upper Midwest Mega Camp special. 21 teams from the DII, DIII, and NAIA levels joined PrepRedzone in scouting and evaluating this exclusive must-stop on the Summer Camp Trail. With three scouts in attendance, PRZ Oliver is going to first focus on the Minnesotans who stood out at the 2026 UWEC Big Man Mega Camp. Studs only!