To call Knoblock’s rise in recruiting and in the Prep Redzone Iowa Class of 2027 rankings update meteoric would be selling it short. The West Lyon senior shot up from unranked to No. 14 after helping the Wildcats win a Class 1A state championship with 6.5 sacks and 7.5 tackles for loss. He also stood out on the offensive line. Iowa secured Knoblock’s commitment as a defensive lineman. That makes a lot of sense after watching him in person at the UNI-Dome last November. He’s a linear athlete with a projectable frame capable of adding mass and strength without the loss of speed and explosiveness. Knoblock is one of the highest upside players in Iowa’s ’27 Class.

Like a previous mention on this list, Jerrence Knoblock Jerrence Knoblock 6'6" | 220 lbs | DL/OL West Lyon | 2027 State IA has technically already received his first Division I offer, as the previous Iowa State staff extended one his way prior to their move to Penn State. However, as that offer is no longer committable, Knoblock is back on the market for his first committable offer.

Standing at 6-foot-6 and 220 pounds, Knoblock is a different story than the aforementioned defensive linemen. A defensive end that uses his length to create separation between he and offensive tackles, Knoblock’s genetic gifts provide the tools to be a solid DE in the run and pass game at the next level. Additionally, his ability to time the snap is better than expected, beating the tackle off the ball and into the backfield at times on film. Seemingly ready for a play before it starts at times, as well, Knoblock appears to be one that doesn’t skip film sessions.

Like others on this list, if Knoblock doesn’t get picked up by a Power 4 or Group of 5 program, an FCS program in the Midwest could hit a grand slam by adding him to their program. He finished his junior campaign with 24 tackles and 6.5 sacks for West Lyon.