Gavin Kanar
Gavin Kanar is a three-star recruit from Northfield, OH, out of Nordonia (No. 2,694 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Kent State's 9 games this season.
Where Kanar comes from
- Northfield, OH
- Nordonia
- Nordonia is within 25 miles of Dix Stadium
- Three-star, No. 2,694 in the 2026 class.
Where Kanar fits
Kent State lists 19 offensive linemen this season.
Kent State offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 108th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
Kent State is 3-6. Next: at Bowling Green, Tue Nov 10.
Similar players
Same class and position
Also from Northfield, OH
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Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Kent State -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 108th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Kent State has produced 4 All-Conference offensive linemen. 1 has gone on to the NFL Draft since 2013. Brian Winters went on to the NFL out of this room (2013).
Joined Kent State in 2026
- 2026 Kent State CarneyYear 1 · Games –
- High school NordoniaMacedonia, OH · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 2,694 in the 2026 class. Signed with Kent State.
2026
- Signed with Kent StateThree-star, out of Nordonia