Oregon Bowl showcases rising 2031 prospects: Team Blue

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This summer's Oregon Bowl event showcased all-star talent from around the state who are heading into their freshmen, 8th grade and 7th grade seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After previously highlighting the event's rising freshmen, it is time to take a look at the top eighth graders in this year's event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This year marked the 9th annual Oregon Bowl and has been a solid early indicator of future college football talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While most event alumni are still in the early stages of their. high school careers, the Oregon Bowl still has managed to produce more than 100 college football players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/08/oregon-bowl-shines-spotlight-on-top-2030-prospects-blue/" data-type="link" data-id="https://prepredzone.com/2026/08/oregon-bowl-shines-spotlight-on-top-2030-prospects-blue/">Oregon Bowl shines spotlight on 2030 prospects (Blue)</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/08/oregon-bowl-shines-spotlight-on-top-class-of-2030-prospects/?itm_source=parsely-api" data-type="link" data-id="https://prepredzone.com/2026/08/oregon-bowl-shines-spotlight-on-top-class-of-2030-prospects/?itm_source=parsely-api">Oregon Bowl shines spotlight on 2030 prospects (Red) </a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at the Team Blue stars from the class of 2031 - with notes provided by coaches at the event: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL/DE Ace Rule, Wilsonville: Ace is an exceptional DE with great size, length, and physicality. He consistently commands double teams and has a natural nose for the football. He plays with great instincts and toughness and is a respected leader who leads more by example than by being vocal. His presence creates opportunities for everyone around him, making him a valuable impact player on any defense, who can also play both offense and defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL/DE Walker Hornback, Nelson: Walker is a prototype DE/TE, he has great size and football IQ. Walker also commands double teams opening opportunities for his teammates to make plays. One of the most coachable kids you'll meet who loves the game of football, and a kid who will be making an early impact for his future high school team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>QB Tye Weise, Wilsonville: Tye is a true dual threat QB with exceptional arm talent and speed. Tye commands the offense with his play and leadership skills. He has a way about himself and the way he carries himself gets his teammates to gravitate towards him and play for him. This kid can make plays downfield with his arm or legs which requires the defense to account for.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WR Braven Rule, Wilsonville: Braven is the twin brother to Ace. Braven is a physical but smart route runner who always finds the open zone to sit and get open. No matter if he's doubled or not he finds a way to get open for his QB. Braven understands how to attack defenders, can also blow by defenders with his speed and attack the ball downfield. He is someone to watch for in years to come to be a top wideout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LB/QB [player_tooltip player_id='2117744' first='Roman' last='Wullbrandt'], Thurston: 2026 Oregon Bowl Defensive MVP. All over the field, can move sideline to sideline. Teams end up running away from him. Also very dangerous on the blitz. Solid quarterback prospect as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RB/LB Jackson Mathews, Thurston: Big, strong kid with wheels to go the distance. Can turn on the burners and beat you on the edge or cut a corner and make you pay physically. Really good linebacker as well, physical in all aspects of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WR/DB Hudson Doty, West Salem: Great hands, good field vision, great speed. Has great body control when the ball is in the air. He's a smaller athlete, but finds a way to get open and make big plays on both sides of the ball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RB/LB Sean Matthews, Ida B Wells: Extremely raw, but very high ceiling. Very fast and athletic, once he gets a bit more football under his belt, he will be a problem for defenders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>QB/LB Dylan Harper, Oregon City:&nbsp; Lefty, very accurate, loves the deep ball and can hit receivers in stride, strong arm! Good on his feet and outside the pocket, not afraid to use his legs to get yards or run over defenders. Also a leader on the defensive side of the ball- can go sideline to sideline and make defenders pay physically.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->