7 Rankings Risers From Our 2026 Update Part 2

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Today I look at 8 more players who moved up in the rankings. In this article I want to talk about their strengths. For also why I think they're a good fit for the schools and schemes they're committed to.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1165060"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688214b5045f3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Patterson is a smooth and athletic two-way player for the South Wildcats. He'll play on the Defensive side of the ball at the next level for the Pitt Panthers. Isaac is a rangy safety with loose hips and great breaks. Isaac's speed and ability to cover lots of ground should be a perfect fit for PITT's 4-2-5 defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1314554"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688214b50464f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Powell has committed to West Virginia. Reports are saying that West Virginia will look to be very multiple on defense. Taj is a versatile defender who can make an impact on the game in both the run and pass games. In the run game he shows off sideline to sideline range. In the pass game he's comfortable in space and has the speed and athleticism to cover running backs and tight ends. Powell's versatility will make him a great fit for the Mountaineers defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1184432"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688214b50469d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Wilhelm got some varsity playing time as a sophomore but was stuck behind some P4 caliber upperclassmen. It was in his junior season where he was able to lockdown a starting role on the Eagles offensive line. While Mason played right tackle at Ed's he projects to the interior offensive line at the college level. Wilhelm has a thick build and carries his 290 pounds well. Last month Wilhelm committed to North Carolina. He has good feet and shows the feet and athleticism to move laterally in a zone blocking type scheme that I think the Tar Heels could be moving to under new offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["904659"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688214b5046e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Tielsch is committed to the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Golden Gophers like big and athletic offensive tackles and Tielsch fits the mold. At 6'7 300 pounds he has the frame to anchor in pass pro and has the footwork to get good drops and mirror quicker defensive ends. His athleticism along with his length and ability to get lateral will be a great fit in Minnesota's zone run blocking game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402351"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688214b50472d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Zappitelli is committed to the University of Cincinnati. At its core Scott Satterfield and the Bearcats offense want to a dominant run offense. Nathan comes from a Lake Catholic program that is very similar in its desire to be dominant in the ground game. As he transitions from the high school to college levels, he will also be moving from the tackle position to the interior of the offensive line. His athleticism will really play up on the inside. He also has the strength to stand up and drive defensive tackles and create holes for ball carriers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1590033"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6882159a46c4e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Caudill plays a hybrid linebacker type role on defense and an athlete who lined up in the Wildcat on offense for the Minutemen. He's committed to Michigan State where he will play tight end for the Spartans. Caudill has the frame and athleticism to be used split out or inline. Which is important in the Spartans pro-style offense. Caudill has solid speed for his size and his agility and change of direction are both strong. There's not film of him as a tight end, but the traits strongly project to a successful transition at Michigan State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402335"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6882159a46cf0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Allen is signed with UNC Charlotte. Allen will be a great fit for a Forty Niner offense that wants to be physical. Allen is another tackle who will also be moving into the interior of the offensive line at the college level. In the run game he's a mauler. He plays with a great base and has the strength to overwhelm and finish defenders. He has the quickness and footwork to get out and pull and get to the second level of the defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->