The other half of the pair I mentioned is VanBlairicon of Salina Central. He’s one of the top offensive tackles in the state, and will be a key leader for Salina Central as they look to defend their 5A crown. The Mules are set to have some major beef in the trenches with McGinnis and VanBlairicon.

The 6-foot-3, 285-pound VanBlaricon is a strong and athletic high IQ right tackle that is first and foremost a true road grader.

Shows a good initial punch and finish. He also shows a very high capability to work edge defenders on the way to the second level linebackers due to his athletic ability. Has line versatility as he can play either offensive tackle or guard. Very capable pass blocker against edge rushers.

Helped lead Salina Central to the 5A state title and made an excellent tackle due with University of Kansas bound left tackle Kayden Snyder.

The Mustangs set school records in total yards (5,905) and single season passing touchdowns (30). Overall the offense had 80 total touchdowns and averaged 310 yards rushing per game (8.1 yards per carry).

He picked up 1st Team 5A All-State OT, unanimous 1st Team All-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail League Division II OT and 1st Team Sports in Kansas All-State Non-Senior honors.

The sky is the limit for VanBlaricon as he still has plenty of room to fill out his frame. He will have the opportunity to be recruited at the highest levels.

VanBaricon is the classic “Teddy Bear,” that you should not poke. He is a fantastic lineman who always seems to be doing things with great humility. His social media presence is the kind that other players should look to for a reference point on how to maximize selling their skills to coaches and scouts. I have witnessed firsthand the meaness with which he plays, but also the kindness he shows to other athletes and coaches. He is a sponge who will always work on improving his athletic skills on the field and life skills off it.

Warrick VanBlaricon Warrick VanBlaricon 6'3" | 285 lbs | OL Salina Central | 2027 State KS  , 6’5, 295, OL, Salina Central, ’27.  This time last year he was recovering from a baseball injury that limited him more than he would have liked, but he is making up for lost time this spring. As a D1-prospect with prototype size and skill sets he is looking for the events with the right fit and exposure that will help him optimize his game rolling into the fall season. Hitting the ground running he was at KU’s Junior Days recently, and will be at K-State’s Junior Day today. He is getting ready for the KC Varsity Combine, followed by the Revive Performance Combine at McPherson College later this month. After that he’s headed to K-State, KU, Mizzou, Iowa State, Oklahoma and Minnesota. All within 2 weeks. He has big plans for taking his game to the next level and is off making that happen. The word is getting out, this guy means business and is getting ready to dominate this fall.