Aiden Hernandez
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Matthew Layton | Prep Redzone Scout
A huge addition to the Herbet Hoover program this season, both figuratively and literally, is 2026 WR
Aiden Hernandez
Aiden
Hernandez
6'2" | 190 lbs | WR/DB
Herbert Hoover | 2026
State
WV
. We got to see him in person at our Combine Series camp earlier this summer, where he was a physically gifted athlete who impressed with his size and raw athletic ability. The Winfield transfer has been high in the rankings since his sophomore year, but now sits inside the Top 15 in his class with D1 upside in our eyes.
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Aiden Hernandez
Aiden
Hernandez
6'2" | 190 lbs | WR/DB
Herbert Hoover | 2026
State
WV
looks every bit like a D1 prospect in our eyes, which we thought of him before the camp and cemented that viewpoint after seeing him in person for the first time. He is physically impressive with an imposing build and size that had him towering over the defensive backs in attendance. Hernandez also has impressive athleticism for his size and moves fluidly for a receiver of his build. He’s a prospect that every FCS program in the region needs to get eyes on as he’s flying under the radar right now.
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Read EvaluationMatthew Layton | Prep Redzone Scout
Winfield didn’t have a prolific passing attack in 2024 but
Aiden Hernandez
Aiden
Hernandez
6'2" | 190 lbs | WR/DB
Herbert Hoover | 2026
State
WV
is a name that colleges aren’t going to want to miss. He’s a highly athletic prospect with innate traits that flash on film and will give him a great base to continue to build on as a receiver. Hernandez is extremely fluid and moves effortlessly which earned him a spot on the Perfect 2026 WR Build under Flexibility. In a more pass-happy offense, Hernandez would further showcase this trait but flashed acrobatic ability on a few of his catches in his junior tape. You can also see his flexibility on whip routes as he makes them look as smooth as a normal out route without breaking his stride.
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Winfield 2026 receiver
Aiden Hernandez
Aiden
Hernandez
6'2" | 190 lbs | WR/DB
Herbert Hoover | 2026
State
WV
is an exciting prospect for the Generals who could raise his stock even further than his Top 25 ranking. He should emerge as one of the best pass catchers at the combine and is an athlete who could put up some highly impressive testing numbers. We believe Hernandez is a D1-level prospect and can prove as much with a strong performance. That is the biggest question we have for him that we want to be answered while getting to see him in person for the first time. An impressive performance by him could see his ranking get a bump in the summer update and begin to flirt with a Top 15 ranking. If you aren’t familiar with this young man heading into the combine, you surely will after it’s finished.
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Read EvaluationMatthew Layton | Prep Redzone Scout
The Winfield Generals aren’t typically known for their passing attack but I have a feeling they’re going to open things up more because of 2026 receiver
Aiden Hernandez
Aiden
Hernandez
6'2" | 190 lbs | WR/DB
Herbert Hoover | 2026
State
WV
. The 6’1 175 wideout was a First Team All-Cardinal Conference selection and an Honorable Mention All-State pick by the WVSWA for his sophomore season performance. Hernandez has some freakish athletic traits that he showcased on his sophomore tape. He already has good length and it wouldn’t surprise me if he grew 2-3 more inches by the time he’s a senior too. His speed jumps out right away with a quick release that often leaves defenders in the dust. Hernandez is a very fluid athlete for his age and it’s scary to think what he’ll be when he puts 20+ pounds of muscle on over time. He has great separation ability during the route and after the catch even with DBs playing off coverage on him most of the time. Hernandez has a great burst and is an explosive athlete with ball skills to go with his athletic tools. Already a Top 25 player in the 2026 class, his ranking still might be too low and I expect he’ll steadily increase it over the next two seasons while emerging as a D1 prospect in time.
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Combine Series: West Virginia
05/03/2025
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Combine Series: West Virginia
05/03/2025
- 40 Yard Dash #1
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- 40 Yard Dash #2
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- Shuttle #1
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- Shuttle #2
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- Broad Jump #1
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- Broad Jump #2
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- L Drill #1
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- L Drill #2
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- Vertical #1
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- Vertical #2
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- Wingspan
- 74.5"
- Hand Size
- 10.5"