These OL/DL Stood Out At The 2026 Massachusetts MVC Showcase
The 2026 MVC showcase highlighted the top talent in the league, featuring an evening filled with skills, drills, and competitive performances aimed at impressing NCAA college coaches from Division 1 FCS to Division 3. This event, skillfully organized by Andover Head Coach Jay Fielding, was another resounding success for the coaches within the MVC conference. In this report, I’ve pinpointed several OL-DL-Big players who made significant impressions during the showcase.
These OL/DL Stood Out At The 2026 Massachusetts MVC Showcase
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Nick Xerras arrived at the showcase with an impressive frame for an EDGE prospect — long, broad-shouldered, and already carrying 230 pounds with room to add good weight at the next level. He tested as a fluid, coordinated athlete in position drills, where his combination of length and lower-body explosiveness stood out immediately. Xerras plays with strong physicality at the point of attack and is a willing, effective tackler who consistently wraps up and drives through contact. Film review confirms these traits, as he doesn’t shy away from taking on pulling guards or tight ends and shows good short-area burst to close downhill. His tackling technique is fundamentally sound, with very little diving or lunging.“Long, explosive, and physical — Nick Xerras checks the boxes for a modern EDGE prospect. The quick first step, impressive bend, and instinctive playmaking make him one of the more intriguing upside players in his class. Expect his recruitment to heat up rapidly.”
Matthew Lacerda stood out as a physical, high-motor presence on the offensive line at the recent college showcase. At 6’3″ and 270 pounds, he already carries functional size with room to add good weight at the next level while maintaining mobility. Lacerda consistently played with a wide, stable base that allowed him to anchor and reset quickly. He showed excellent leverage and rarely got caught narrow or off-balance against bull rushers or quick movers in one-on-ones. Film confirms the live traits seen at the showcase — Lacerda plays with a wide, athletic base that gives him natural power and stability in the run game. His ability to get hands on defenders quickly stands out on tape, as he rarely allows edge rushers a clean path to the quarterback and uses violent, well-timed hand strikes to disrupt timing.Matthew Lacerda is a physical offensive lineman who checks all the key boxes for modern college football: size, quickness off the ball, active hands, and balance. Coaches should expect a tough, competitive player who improves with coaching and added strength. He is definitely worth monitoring closely this offseason.
Brady Mahoney possesses a truly imposing, wide-shouldered frame at 6’5″ and a legitimate 315 pounds. He carries his weight well with thick, powerful legs and a broad base that naturally commands the line of scrimmage. Long arms and heavy hands give him clear leverage advantages in both the run and pass game.Mahoney tested as one of the stronger and more athletic big men at the showcase and was consistently dominant. He fires off the ball with good pad level for his size, locks onto defenders, and drives them backward with powerful hands and a strong core. He showed the ability to climb to the second level and redirect when needed. His “mauler” mentality shines through as he finishes blocks with violence and looks to bury defenders.While he has the feet to mirror and recover, his initial hand placement and punch timing can occasionally be sluggish against quick-twitch rushers. He also has a tendency to play too high in pass sets at times, allowing smaller, faster defenders to get under his pads. However, when he lands his hands cleanly, his strength is overwhelming and he stonewalls pass rushers. Brady Mahoney is a high-upside offensive line prospect whose combination of elite size, strength, and athleticism for a 315-pounder makes him an attractive target for college programs. He projects best initially as a right tackle or guard, with the versatility to slide inside or stay outside depending on the offensive scheme.
Jason Leipow Class of 2028 6’2” 280lbs OL/DL BILLERICA HIGH SCHOOL
A Rising 2028 Two-Way Lineman to watch is Jason Leipow. A big-bodied, physical 2028 two-way lineman who continues to develop into a legitimate regional prospect. Evaluated at the recent MVC Showcase and through updated game and highlight film review, Leipow consistently displays the functional athleticism, leverage, and competitiveness that college coaches seek in interior offensive line prospects. On the defensive side, he also projects as a disruptive Nose Guard. Though not a long-strider, he possesses excellent short-area quickness and change-of-direction skills essential for interior line play. His combination of size, initial quickness, and raw power makes him scheme-versatile and gives him strong upside as a high-level 2028 regional prospect.With continued dominance at the high school level and strong performances at upcoming camps and showcases, Leipow is well-positioned to push himself firmly onto national radars. College coaches should make it a priority to get eyes on him this spring and summer. He is a high-motor, physical lineman who plays with excellent leverage and hand usage that should translate quickly to the college game. Keep an eye on Leipow anchoring Billerica’s offensive line and defensive front this upcoming season. He’s a prospect whose development is worth following closely.
Rylan Suzor Class of 2028 5’11” 275 lbs OL/DL TEWKSBURY HIGH SCHOOL
Rylan Suzor: Compact, Thick-Bodied Defensive Lineman with Strong Upside Rylan Suzor brings a compact, thick build at 5’11” and 270 pounds. He is built low to the ground with a naturally wide base that gives him a powerful foundation against both single blocks and double teams. While he lacks elite length, his frame is dense and powerful, and he carries his weight extremely well without appearing heavy-legged. At the recent college showcase, Suzor consistently flashed disruptive potential in the trenches. He showed good initial quickness off the ball for a player his size and was able to generate movement in drills. His wide base allowed him to anchor effectively against bigger defensive linemen, while his active and violent hands stood out as he worked to hold blocks and control the point of attack. Suzor flashed the ability to stack and shed, particularly when he maintained a low pad level. In run defense simulations, he was physical at the line of scrimmage, delivering strong hands and using his compact frame to create stalemates or push defenders backward. Good hand placement and punch timing help him win early in the down.Still raw in some areas — as is typical for a young player — Suzor possesses a very solid foundation: natural leverage, strength at contact, and a willingness to play through the whistle. With continued refinement, his combination of power, low center of gravity, and competitive toughness makes him an intriguing prospect to follow this upcoming season. NCAA College Projection Level is Division 3.
