Trail Mix: 2026’s Around The Country on The PRZ Next Radar

<strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240681 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/DylanThomas-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Dylan Thomas | California | Quarterback</strong> A dual-threat quarterback from NorCal (Walnut Creek), Thomas looks to be a special kid behind center. Standing a hair under 6-foot and 145 pounds, he’s a track kid who excels in the 100 and 200 Meter—but also have a very strong arm. Has the potential to be a difference maker from the opening whistle of high school ball. &nbsp; <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/a4L1YKL1p-s" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240683 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/PepeloaKefu--150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Pepeloa Kefu | Utah | Offensive Line</strong> While the majority of middle school linemen want to claim defensive line over offensive line, Kefu proudly waves that pancake flag as an offensive guard. Very strong at the point of contact with a great initial punch that keeps defensive lineman off balance. Already standing 6-foot-1 and 280 pounds, with improved quickness he’ll be a good one. <iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/14906462/612806253452e20d60dc4556" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240697 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/TonyFisher-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Tony Fisher | Wisconsin | Wide Receiver</strong> The best receiver I’ve seen in Wisconsin in the class of 2026 at this point, Fisher dominated the competition locally. Already standing 6-foot-1 and 150 pounds, he’s a big-bodied receiver that knows how to use his body to shield defenders and make the tough catches. Shows good speed and an elite catch radius at this point. Looks like he’s still growing into his frame a bit, but the talent is undeniable. <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240686 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/EllisOeltjen--150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Ellis Oeltjen | Washington | Wide Receiver</strong> An intriguing 8^th grade prospect as a wide receiver, Oeltjen is one to keep an eye on as he progresses through high school. He shows glimpses of being elite with his ball skills and ability to high point passes. Strong hands and a knack for winning 50/50 balls, I like the first steps into his routes and the attitude he plays with. <iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16684480/61899887b01870040c0bc5c7" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240687 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/BennettPortaro--150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Bennett Portaro | North Carolina | Quarterback</strong> Sometimes when evaluators watch film, they have to remind themselves to simply throw all the measurables and “hype” out the window and just evaluate what they see—and that’s what I did here with Portaro. At first look he doesn’t jump off the screen physically, but I love his footwork in his drop backs, his quick decision-making and his strong arm. He's efficient and he wins, that's all you need. <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/vAMya3uFIy0" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240689 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/DanielEnriquez--150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Daniel Enriquez | Texas | Offensive Line</strong> Liked what I saw on film with Enriquez in terms of his mean streak and desire to finish blocks. A thick, stout lineman who lined up at tackle for Brentwood Middle School this year, he explodes at the point of contact. At this point seems to be a better run blocker than pass blocker, but he has the nasty streak you want your offensive lineman to have. <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240692 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/TyrellOneal-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Tyrell O’Neal | Ohio | Athlete</strong> At 6-foot-2 and 235 pounds I don’t know where O’Neal will end up on the next level—but he should be playing at a high level. He’s played defensive end, tight end and running back during his 8^th grade year, but to me he projects to a defensive end. He has the speed to be a disruptive pass rusher but also the football smarts to know when to string plays out against the run. <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240696 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/BrodyJennings-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Brody Jennings | Florida | Wide Receiver</strong> An absolute no-brainer as soon as you turn on the film. As of right now, Jennings is the complete package as a wide receiver. A tall, long, explosive wide receiver who beats defensive backs off the line nearly every time, he accounted for over 700 yards of total offense and 12 touchdowns this season. On his twitter he has posted about having offers from both Georgia Tech and Maryland in June. <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/DDSwiJRM1-Q" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240685 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/AlexHaskell-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Alex Haskell | New Jersey | Defensive Line</strong> The latest south Jersey kid to come across my screen and wow me, Haskell is a raw defensive lineman with a very high ceiling. Already standing 6-foot-4 and the son of an MMA fighter, this kid is not afraid to mix it up in the trenches and use his size to his advantage. Was one of several talented athletes on the Pennsauken Jr. Indians who recently won their league championship 60-0. <strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-240699 size-thumbnail" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2021/11/Joellelowery-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Joelle Lowery | Wisconsin | Running Back</strong> While watching the film of the aforementioned Tony Fisher, Lowery also caught my eye. While lacking ideal size, he is a rocked up scat back that makes defenses pay if he gets out into space.  He does a good job of hiding behind, and setting up, his blockers before he accelerates and is gone. While he’s definitely a speed back, he is strong and compact enough to run between the tackled and seems to enjoy lowering his shoulder into guys who try to tackle him too high.