Rankings Update: 2026 Top 10 Breakdown

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br>A look at the updated 2026 post-season top ten rankings. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1. [player_tooltip player_id='392779' first='Jackson' last='Cantwell'] OT Nixa</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'8" 315 </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>National caliber recruit with offers from coast to coast</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Absolute elite caliber athlete with great size, strength and speed. Looks college ready with his measurables but still has a high ceiling to reach. Quick feet, strong hands and long arms he puts to good use in pass pro. Had an amazing 158 pancake blocks as a junior. Unique type of national caliber football prospect that comes along once every ten or more years in the state. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2. [player_tooltip player_id='1112565' first='Titan' last='Davis'] DE De Smet </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'5" 250</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Another early national caliber recruiting prospect in the class</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Has all the tools college coaches look for in a defensive line prospect. Great size, motor and athleticism. Impressive get off, quickness and ability to run. Has the potential to play multiple positions across the line inside and out. Good frame and can get bigger, stronger and keep his athleticism. Great upside and just scratching the surface of his ability. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3. [player_tooltip player_id='1130114' first='Jacob' last='Eberhart'] ATH Kirkwood </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'3" 210</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Rising prospect who will continue to catch the attention of national programs in the offseason. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>One of the top athletes in the Midwest who has really grown physically and skill wise over the past couple years. Very versatile and can play multiple positions on both offense or defense on the next level. Good speed, size, hands and ball skills. Physical, can cover, play against the run or rush the passer. Runs good routes and is tough to stop in open space.<br> </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>4. [player_tooltip player_id='284045' first='Ronelle' last='Johnson'] DE Blue Springs </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'4" 250<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Highly thought of Edge prospect with multiple offers thought the region.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Explosive off the ball with a good first step. Uses his length, hands and long arms well getting leverage against opposing offensive tackles and contesting passing lanes at the line of scrimmage. Good athlete who runs well has good strength. Has great upside. <br><br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5. [player_tooltip player_id='392813' first='Keenan' last='Harris'] LB SLUH</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'1" 220 </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Heavily recruited and versatile linebacker/safety prospect</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>One of the most skilled and versatile football players and linebackers in the Midwest. Great athlete with speed who flies to the ball to make plays. Physical and likes to hit, but can cover like a corner in pass coverage. Great ball skills and has shown skill as a receiver. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='849688' first='Rocco' last='Marriott'] QB Platte County </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'3" 210</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>One of the top QB prospects in the Midwest who had a breakout season</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Big time athlete with great size, speed and power. Has run a 4.59 forty and has dual threat skills as a quarterback on a designed run play or scrambling. Big arm with good accuracy who can pick defenses apart. Can make all the throws with good placement, especially on deep throws. Reads defenses well. Had 58 total touchdowns on the season in winning a state championship.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7. [player_tooltip player_id='284039' first='DeZephen' last='Walker'] RB Raymore Peculiar</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'0" 200</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Another prospect who has gotten national recruiting attention </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Great size and toughness with home run breakaway speed. Is tough to catch in the open field. Really good feet and vision. Is quick with the ability to shake defenders and cut back for long runs. Runs hard between the tackles but is most dangerous in space. Catches the ball well. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8. [player_tooltip player_id='1127277' first='Landon' last='Bland'] DE Carthage</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'4" 225</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>One of the best EDGE prospects in the Midwest</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Tremendous pass rusher with great get off who gets upfield and in the backfield in a hurry. Great motor and really battles. A very good athlete who plays well against the run and chases down plays. Has good strength and speed. Still learning and getting better but has all the tools to succeed on a high level on the next level.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9. [player_tooltip player_id='604213' first='Mason' last='Marden'] LB Ladue </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'3" 225</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Prospect on the rise who continued to pick up offers during the season</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A real hammer in the middle of the defense with good speed. Is physical with good strength and loves to hit. Runs downhill but is athletic enough to excel in pass coverage. Has a good football IQ and reads plays very well. Has a nose for the ball and can rush the quarterback and make plays sideline to sideline. <br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10. [player_tooltip player_id='849689' first='Jack' last='Utz'] TE Carthage </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>6'5" 230</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Highly coveted tight end prospect across the region</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Sure-handed tight end prospect who is a talented receiver who runs good routes and find space or get downfield and get open. Has good speed. Good red zone option. Is versatile and can line up in the slot or be a very effective traditional in-line TE or H-back. Has great blocking skills and really help the run game. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->