Midseason Movers: 13 Stock-Rising Senior OL to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% Off Your Subscription with Code PRZWV30 at Checkout!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>The Stock Up Showcase is Returning to West Virginia on January 3rd in Bridgeport! Use Code SUWV25OFF for a 25% off discount at checkout! Register <a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2594/register/stock-up-showcase-west-virginia">HERE</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The first half of the season has given us a better look at which players are taking their game to another level. Some have been established names continuing to build their resumes, while others have emerged from the preseason as players who deserve more love. This group features offensive linemen who have raised their stock through their play, production, and development during the first half of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1111466"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d487d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 Morgantown OL [player_tooltip player_id='1111466' first='Konnor' last='Mott'] has looked like the senior leader Morgantown needed up front, and his return from a season-ending injury last year has only reinforced why he's viewed as a D1-caliber prospect. Mott has the size and power to consistently control the point of attack, with a sturdy base that makes it difficult for defenders to move him backward. His physicality stands out each week, routinely creating movement and finishing reps with authority. Mott has put out great tape this year and deserves more D1 looks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19475396/6aab2c09f86ce74745c67443u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d48ea"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["920510"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d493a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Drey Grinter has been a tone-setter up front for Parkersburg for three years, and the 2027 OL is still one of the more under-the-radar linemen in the class. Grinter has the broad frame you want in a college guard at 6'3 315, and his three years of starting experience show in the way he plays. He's a powerful athlete who consistently creates movement at the point of attack, finishes blocks with a nasty edge, and has handled multiple spots along the Big Reds' offensive line this season. Grinter has the physical tools and ability to play at the D1-level in my eyes. He's a big-time offensive lineman who deserves a lot more attention this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19478468/6abd2966dc5fb8156a0a98e2u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d495d"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1184532"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d49a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 OL Jaxon Topping is the unquestioned senior leader up front for Chapmanville and is having the type of season that is seeing his stock rise. Topping earned his first D1 offer from Eastern Kentucky earlier this season, and his film shows why college programs are taking notice. He's a very strong, physical athlete who has a violent punch and can consistently win as both a run and pass blocker. His physical tools are obvious, but Topping also has the feet to handle the demands of D1 football and gives him a well-rounded skill set. He's one of the best offensive linemen in the 2027 class and should continue to draw college attention down the stretch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22939456/6ab27656716a2b80c8420869u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d49c1"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894658"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4a02"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The transition to Martinsburg has gone about as smoothly as you could ask for Noah Hockman, and the 2027 OL has quickly established himself as a key part of the Bulldogs' offensive line. Hockman stepped into the starting left tackle spot after being a multi-year starter at Jefferson, giving Martinsburg a veteran presence at one of the most important positions up front. His 6'4 260 frame stands out, but it's his combination of size, athleticism, and experience that has allowed him to make an immediate impact. Hockman looks comfortable in his new surroundings and has continued to strengthen his case as one of the better senior offensive line prospects in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18106061/6ab164d7452f23281172b035u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4a22"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1681024"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4a61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fairmont Senior has gotten a strong senior season from 2027 OL Cooper Keener, who anchors the Polar Bears up front at center. With two years of starting experience at the position, Keener plays with the confidence and consistency you want from a veteran offensive lineman, especially in the run game where his play strength allows him to create movement at the point of attack. He's just as comfortable in pass protection, showing good technique and the ability to sit down and anchor against interior rushers. Keener has developed into a physical, technically sound center who looks more polished, and his senior film should earn him more college attention. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19781900/6aa6dd3b78266b79d9e1ae9fu0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4a81"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2090845"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4ac0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">George Washington's Bradyn Coulter is another 2027 OL whose film deserves more attention after a strong start to his senior year. Coulter still has plenty of room to add weight to his frame, but his athleticism jumps out immediately. He has quick feet and good lateral agility in pass protection to mirror his man and has the strength to anchor down. Coulter fires out of his stance explosively, delivers a strong punch, and has the strength to create movement in the running game. Once engaged, Coulter keeps his feet moving and does a good job displacing defenders and creating movement. There's a lot to like when watching his film as a well-rounded, underrated offensive lineman in this class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19730337/6ab9b8a3256296ba20b11a3du0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4add"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1525346"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4b1a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 Morgantown OL Bryson Washington is capitalizing on his opportunity to start as a senior, and it's going to pay off with a lot of college attention in time. Washington has taken over at right tackle and has been a big part of the Mohigans' ability to establish the run. He's a powerful blocker who can create real displacement at the point of attack, but his technique is what's made him stand out this year. Washington consistently executes his assignments and looks like a prospect who could see his recruiting take off over the second half of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19378159/6ac17e3dc17da11d95921036u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4b36"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1260057"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4b74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 OL Jack Gamble has returned to the University lineup as a senior and is performing like he's making up for lost time. He's quickly reminded everyone why there was excitement around him as an underclassman, and Gamble has been a key part of the Hawks' success so far this season. Gamble plays with a physical edge that stands out on film, using his leverage and strong initial punch to gain control of defenders. His motor is another big part of his game, as he consistently sustains and looks to finish blocks. Gamble's combination of technique, play strength, and nastiness has made him one of the top-performing senior offensive linemen in the state, and he needs to get back on college radars again. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19446352/6abafc5ab319a435cd403269u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4b91"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1673528"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4bce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 Linsly OL Hayden Ward is starting to show the payoff from the work he's put into developing his body and technique over the last few years. Ward has been tested by a difficult schedule each year and has elevated his game as a senior against good competition. He still has room to add size and strength to his frame, but there are some good physical tools to work with. His technical development over time is noticeable, and Ward should start getting more college looks as the season goes on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23871431/6ac2afa7dd203b8de0c1b6acu0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4beb"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1924855"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4c28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ripley's Ian King is one of the best hidden gems in the 2027 offensive line class, and his senior season is making it harder for college programs to overlook him. King has the size and power you want in a college guard, with a strong 6'3 290 frame and physicality that shows up immediately on film. He delivers a violent punch and consistently drives defenders off the line, playing with the nastiness you want from an interior offensive lineman. King has adequate athleticism to play guard at the D2 level, and his combination of size, strength, and physicality makes the single D3 offer he currently holds feel like a serious underrepresentation of his talent. I expect more offers to follow as programs get a closer look at what King can do.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19666850/6ab9bceda734ae6c4d102ab2u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4c44"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1166786"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4c80"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The physical edge 2027 South Charleston OL [player_tooltip player_id='1166786' first='Jackson' last='Slack'] plays with has made him one of the more interesting senior offensive linemen to watch this season. Slack has the quickness and agility to pull effectively and find blocks in space as a quality athlete at the position. He plays with a nasty edge and doesn't shy away from contact, consistently looking to move defenders and create lanes within South Charleston's run game. That combination of athleticism and physicality has Slack continuing to move up the 2027 OL board and deserves college looks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19416180/6ab872a295392a88e61a9018u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4ca3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2428934"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4d37"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>University's Dylan Apanowicz is a new name worth keeping an eye on as a football prospect after transferring in from Fairmont Senior for his senior year. He came to the Hawks because of their strong wrestling program, but Apanowicz has filled in very well at guard and has been solid up front through the midway point of the season. His 6'1 260 frame fits well inside, and his wrestling background aids him on the football field with hand use and leverage. There's still some rawness to his game, but the physical tools and mentality are there to work with. Apanowicz is an interesting prospect worth looking into if he has interest in pursuing football at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22361004/6ab9897d8316c689362f9045u0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4d54"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1923170"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4cdf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jefferson's Elijah Weaver is a new name on my radar this season, and I like what I've seen from him as a potential college guard. Weaver has the frame to play inside, but Jefferson has him at tackle because his athleticism and footwork allow him to handle the edge. He has quality lateral agility and short-area quickness in pass protection, allowing him to mirror defenders and stay in position. I like his potential as an interior lineman at the next level, and he's a good D3 prospect with some D2 upside in my eyes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src=u0022https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26854687/6ab844b7a734ae6c4d0f97dfu0022 width=u0022640u0022 height=u0022360u0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac3ed89d4cfc"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->