The #1 Junior Offensive Tackle In Ohio: Maxwell Riley

Maxwell Riley is a 4 Star recruit who plays Offensive Tackle at Avon Lake High School. Riley is ranked as the 56th best recruit in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 10 Offensive Tackle in the class as well. In addition, Riley is listed as the #2 recruit in the state of Ohio and is listed as the #1 Offensive Tackle in the state of Ohio. His top 7 schools are Alabama, Ohio State, Clemson, Oklahoma, Florida State, Missouri and Michigan State.

Who are some role models in your life?

My parents, grandparents, and great aunt

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Metallica and the Rocky soundtrack

What are the strengths of your game?

My footwork and ability to finish blocks

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Getting my first start my freshman year

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

My teammate Luke Stuewe

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

It really just comes down to how bad you want it. If you’re really serious about achieving your goals you’ll find a way to make it happen.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would like to go to Australia at some point in my lifetime.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

When I was about 6 or 7 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Probably Joe Thomas

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

The Browns first win in two years against the Jets in 2018