VarsityWA football positional breakouts: Ranking 20 linebackers for 2026 season
Most of these standouts share one common trait — they can run like the wind in chasing any ball carrier
Over the next couple of weeks, VarsityWA will publish positional breakouts leading up to the 2026 season of Washington high school football.
Next up — linebackers.
Much like the selection process for the VarsityWA Preseason 100, the criteria for the 20 linebackers is largely based on what a player has accomplished at what is considered his primary position in his respective classification — individually and with team success.
Recruiting buzz played a factor as well. Only players with previous WIAA varsity experience were eligible for selection.
Input from coaches and media was also heavily considered: