Connor Gilchrist is a 6'1" Linebacker/Tight End in the 2026 class.
Gilchrist attends Arapahoe in Colorado.
Gilchrist's Player Profile was created on October 1, 2024.
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Expert Analysis
Connor
GilchristLB/TE
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
200
HS
Arapahoe
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CO
Under-Recruited: 2026 Prospects Being Overlooked
Gilchrist measures in at 6’3 215-pounds playing LB and TE for Arapahoe. This past season, he had 126...
Written by Matt Tate
Connor
GilchristLB/TE
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
200
HS
Arapahoe
|
CO
Grind, Grit, and Game-Wreckers: Week 8’s Hidden Defensive Stars
Gilchrist measures in at 6’3 215-pounds and has been a baller for Arapahoe on both sides of the...
Written by Matt Tate
Connor
GilchristLB/TE
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
200
HS
Arapahoe
|
CO
2026 Rankings: New Addition LB’s That Dominated This Season!
Gilchrist is a linebacker known for his speed and ability to make plays all over the field. He...
Written by Robert Davis
Connor
GilchristLB/TE
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
200
HS
Arapahoe
|
CO
Colorado 5A Tackle Titans: Top Defensive Stoppers of the Season
Gilchrist was a rising star for Arapahoe, tallying 112 total tackles, with 72 being solo. His seven QB...
Written by Elijah Bonner
Connor
GilchristLB/TE
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
200
HS
Arapahoe
|
CO
Week 5 Thursday Defensive Dominators: Game Changers to Know!
Gilchrist was a tackling machine, racking up 6 solo tackles, 12 assisted tackles, and 1 tackle for loss....
Written by Robert Davis
Matt Tate | Prep Redzone Scout
Matt Tate
Prep Redzone Scout
Gilchrist measures in at 6’3 215-pounds playing LB and TE for Arapahoe. This past season, he had 126 total tackles (86 solo, 40 assisted), 16 TFL, 2 sacks, 4 QB pressures, 1 INT, 1 PD, 2 FR, 16 receptions for 212 yards and 2 touchdowns. Gilchrist has very good athletic ability due to very good lateral quickness, change of direction, acceleration, good speed, and jumping. Good range from sideline to sideline. Gilchrist has very good read and reaction speed. He puts himself in position to succeed. Gilchrist has very good block shedding and get off speed. He’s consistently making plays in the run game. Very good tackling. Offensively, he uses his good release with good separation quickness to get open. Gilchrist has big hands to pluck the ball and go up for the contested catch. An overall great two-way player.
Gilchrist measures in at 6’3 215-pounds and has been a baller for Arapahoe on both sides of the ball. The ILB/ TE has 13 receptions for 165 yards and 1 touchdown with 74 total tackles (49 solo, 25 assisted), 9 TFL, 3 QB pressures, 1 FR, and 1 PD. He has very good athletic ability due to very good acceleration, change of direction, lateral agility, good speed, and jumping. As a tight end, he has good release and good catching with very strong hands to hold onto the ball while getting hit by multiple defenders. As a linebacker, he has good get off speed and very good block shedding. He’s a strong presence in the run game with very good tackling and a very good run stopper. Good strength and good range. He is a beast that I expect more offers to come his way soon.
Gilchrist is a linebacker known for his speed and ability to make plays all over the field. He uses his quickness to beat blocks, allowing him to fill gaps and shut down running lanes before they develop. One of his biggest strengths is his ability to make tackles in the open field, when he gets his hands on a ball carrier, they go down in a hurry. His instincts and sideline to sideline range make him a valuable asset for his defense, and his ability to read plays before they fully develop gives him an edge over slower opponents. A strong offseason on the camp circuit will only boost his stock, making him a player that scouts should start paying close attention to.
Gilchrist was a rising star for Arapahoe, tallying 112 total tackles, with 72 being solo. His seven QB hurries and two interceptions showcased his ability to disrupt plays at every level. Gilchrist also added three pass breakups, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery.
Gilchrist was a tackling machine, racking up 6 solo tackles, 12 assisted tackles, and 1 tackle for loss. His ability to be in on nearly every play was instrumental in shutting down the opposing offense. Gilchrist excelled at diagnosing plays and closing in on ball carriers, helping to stuff the run and contain big plays. His physicality and field vision allowed him to be a constant presence, making sure that Arapahoe’s defense stayed strong throughout the game. Gilchrist’s consistency and energy made him a player to keep an eye on and was able to have a co-standout performance.