Aryn McPherson
Aryn McPherson
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Big Huntington 2026 OL
Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
has had a great start to his senior season for the Highlanders and proving why he’s still an underrated prospect in this class. We still have a D1 grade on him and fully believe he’s capable of playing at the FCS level. McPherson’s first three games of tape should catch the attention of programs from that level if they get their eyes on it. His size, power, and physicality are all traits that will translate well at the next level.
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There was an epic battle in the trenches between Huntington and Martinsburg on Friday night in tough weather conditions that forced both teams to duke it out primarily in the running game. Both sides of the trenches saw success throughout the game, and 2026 Huntington OL
Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
was tailor-made for this type of game. He excels in run blocking and played some bully ball in the 22-20 slugfest. McPherson’s size and power set the tone up front for the Highlanders in a huge grind-it-out victory.
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Huntington goes 1, 2, and 3 in the 2026 offensive line rankings, with
Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
rounding out the Top 3. He’s hoping to add D1 offers to his list this season, which we fully believe he’s capable of. Athleticism is likely the one trait that programs from that level are waiting to see how he progresses in, as the size and ability is certainly there. We have an FCS grade on McPherson and would recommend programs from that level to keep close tabs on McPherson this fall as a multi-year starter for an always talented Huntington program that make it difficult to do so.
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2026 Huntington big man
Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
is always impressive each time we have the opportunity to watch him compete in person. He may be the best two-way lineman that West Virginia has to offer and can perform at a high level on both sides of the ball. Just when we’re ready to flip him to the opposite side of the position rankings, McPherson dominates on the other side, making it difficult to place him under one spot. He was his usual big, physical self at the Concord Prospect Camp and was rewarded with an offer from the host Mountain Lions after a strong showing.
After a great camp and conversation with @CoachCox65 I’m extremely blessed to receive my 3rd offer from @ConcordFootball @CUCoachEdwards @Coach_Gleason15 @hhs_highlanders @billyseals47 @Brent_Terry @CJ_Crawford1 @PrepRedzoneWV @CoalfieldsCo pic.twitter.com/fVJKZLKNDe
— Aryn McPherson
Aryn McPherson 6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL Huntington | 2026 State WV (@aryn_mcpherson) June 13, 2025
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Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
is a talented two-way lineman for the Huntington Highlanders and has the potential to flip to DL in our rankings after next season. He placed on our Perfect OL Build under Power which you can see a plethora of on film and after seeing him live at our Stock Up Showcase earlier this year. McPherson can generate a lot of force on both sides of the line and is very tough to move off the line of scrimmage. He’s a mauling run blocker on offense with powerful hands and a strong lower body. McPherson’s strength and power allow him to create a high amount of knockdowns as a very physical blocker.
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2026 Huntington big man
Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
was already highly thought of heading into the PRZWV Stock Up Showcase and performed well on both sides of the line during 1-on-1s. He’s a pure interior prospect and could play OL or DL at the next level depending on where colleges like him best. McPherson is a big strong athlete who was explosive off the ball for his size. He showed a lot of force and power at the point of attack and consistently drove opposing offensive linemen backward when lined up on the defensive line. When getting reps on offense, McPherson’s strength showed again while also having good hand use and bend to stay under his man.
2026 Huntington big man @aryn_mcpherson can get it done on both sides of the line.
Highly ranked as an OL but earned DL Top Performer honors at camp. Strong and powerful athlete who can keep taking his game to new levels. pic.twitter.com/2ee1Tzyea0
— Prep Redzone West Virginia (@PrepRedzoneWV) January 6, 2025
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Another potential D1 big man prospect who will likely be playing next to Ramsey is 2026 OL
Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
. We believe McPherson has the talent and potential to one day play at that level as he continues to develop and transform his body. He earned his first offer from D2 WV State earlier this summer and is already getting on college radars heading into his junior year. McPherson is a massive young athlete with a perfect guard body type that should have colleges following him closely over the next two years. He’s a mauling run blocker who can further maximize his athletic potential to increase his ceiling more. McPherson is a great finisher and plays with a clear edge who likes to play the bully on the field.
He’s another young Highlander with an exciting future who will be fun to watch develop over the next two seasons.
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Huntington will have two of the best 2026 offensive linemen in the state with
Aryn McPherson
Aryn
McPherson
6'3" | 310 lbs | OL/DL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
and the incoming
Mason Ramsey
Mason
Ramsey
6'3" | 285 lbs | OL
Huntington | 2026
State
WV
from Cabell Midland. McPherson has been a consistent Top 10 prospect in the class since our 2026 rankings debuted last summer and has firmly settled in at offensive guard after beginning as a DL in our rankings. He’s a massive young athlete at 6’3 310 with the physicality and nasty streak to match it. McPherson is a true road grader and mauler at guard who can consistently pancake and knockdown defenders. He has quality early physical strength, especially in his upper body and does a great job of finishing blocks. McPherson also showed quality early athleticism for a young lineman his size when pulling and blocking down to the second level and will only continue to improve in that area the more he develops his body.
McPherson has an FCS/G5 floor who could develop into a P4 prospect by the time he’s a senior.
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West Virginia Stock Up Showcase
01/05/2025
- 40 Yard Dash #1
- 6.38
- 40 Yard Dash #2
- 6.41
- Shuttle #1
- 5.31
- Shuttle #2
- 5.30
- Broad Jump #1
- 6'8"
- Broad Jump #2
- 6'10"
- L Drill #1
- 8.56
- L Drill #2
- 8.68
- Vertical #1
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Event Results
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West Virginia Stock Up Showcase
01/05/2025
- 40 Yard Dash #1
- 6.38
- 40 Yard Dash #2
- 6.41
- Shuttle #1
- 5.31
- Shuttle #2
- 5.30
- Broad Jump #1
- 6'8"
- Broad Jump #2
- 6'10"
- L Drill #1
- 8.56
- L Drill #2
- 8.68
- Vertical #1
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- Vertical #2
- -
- Wingspan
- -
- Hand Size
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