VarsityWA football positional breakouts: Ranking 20 offensive linemen for 2026 season

Big men who can move — and cast aside defenders at the line of scrimmage — is a recruiting strength in the state of Washington

In terms of long-term upside, nobody possesses more explosive athleticism than Curtis offensive tackle Rashaun Lavata’i, a WSU commit who can dunk a basketball from a standing position underneath the hoop. (Lauren Smith / VarsityWA)

Over the next couple of weeks, VarsityWA will publish positional breakouts leading up to the 2026 season of Washington high school football.

Next up — offensive linemen.

Much like the selection process for the VarsityWA Preseason 100, the criteria for the 20 offensive linemen 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: