Anthony Jones
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Crean Lutheran defensive lineman
Anthony Jones
Anthony
Jones
6'4" | 285 lbs | DL
Crean Lutheran | 2026
State
CA
surprised some people when he signed with Oregon on Wednesday.
Jones committed and decommitted from UCLA twice and also was heavily pursued by Wisconsin late in the recruiting process. He joins a loaded defensive line recruiting class at Oregon.
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Crean Lutheran defensive lineman Anthony Barquinero Anthony Barquinero 6'4" | 206 lbs | QB Oceanside | 2028 State CA Jones announced his commitment to UCLA on Thursday.
Jones had 54 tackles, eight for a loss, 5.5 sacks, one interception and a forced fumble for Crean Lutheran last season.
He had 24 other offers including Tennessee and Washington among others. Jones is the fourth player from California in Crean Lutheran’s 2026 recruiting class and the first defensive lineman.
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Jones looks significantly bigger than when I saw him at this camp a year ago and can now play inside in addition to being an edge. He hasn’t sacrificed his athleticism despite the added size and his length was a problem for a lot of offensive linemen during one-on-ones.
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Crean Lutheran edge rusher Anthony Barquinero Anthony Barquinero 6'4" | 206 lbs | QB Oceanside | 2028 State CA Jones picked up offers from USC and San Diego State on Thursday.
Jones had 54 tackles, 5.5 sacks, an interception and a forced fumble for the Saints this season and earned Co-Lineman of the Year honors for the Epsilon League.
He is a lengthy athlete who uses his long arms well and has quick hands.
Jones is up to 17 offers now including Arizona State, Michigan, UCLA and Tennessee among others.
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Jones made a significant leap in the rankings moving to inside the top 25 overall and the #3 DL prospect. He’s an elite level recruit with exceptional size, length, and athleticism at 6’4” 240 lbs. with an 80 inch wingspan. Gains quick penetration using his initial speed and explosiveness on the snap allowing him to disrupt plays as they are developing. Fast and aggressive hands to maintain separation and keep blockers away from his body. Excels as an edge rusher that can quickly collapse the pocket with speed, bend, and lateral agility. 15 offers from many top programs in the nation including Michigan, Ohio State, Georgia, and Tennessee.
15 Offers: Arizona State, Michigan, Tennessee, UCLA, Washington, Auburn, Cal, Ohio State, Georgia, North Texas, Ole Miss, Oregon State, SMU, Texas A&M, UNLV
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Crean Lutheran class of 2026 edge rusher Anthony Barquinero Anthony Barquinero 6'4" | 206 lbs | QB Oceanside | 2028 State CA Jones picked up offers from Michigan and Ohio State over the last two weeks.
Jones had 46 tackles, seven sacks, two fumble recoveries, a blocked punt and blocked field goal last season as a sophomore.
He had a good showing at the Under Armour Next All-American Camp in March and is in double-digit offers now.
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Anthony Jones
Anthony
Jones
6'4" | 285 lbs | DL
Crean Lutheran | 2026
State
CA
is an edge rusher with a motor who is never out of a play.
He only plays on one side of the ball and could add some weight, but he has the frame to be a college edge rusher.
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