Cole Principe is a three-star recruit from Brea, CA, out of Orange Lutheran (No. 2,990 in the 2025 class) who has not played in Rice's 8 games this season.
Where Principe comes from
- Brea, CA
- Orange Lutheran
- Orange Lutheran is about 1,350 miles from Rice Stadium
- Three-star, No. 2,990 in the 2025 class.
- On the Rice roster since 2025
Where Principe fits
Rice lists 17 offensive linemen this season.
Rice offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 86th in the country in line yards this season (a team number).
Rice is 1-7. Next: at North Texas, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Orange Lutheran
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Rice -- now projected as a developmental piece up front.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
DevelopingThree-star HS recruit
The unit he anchors ranks 86th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Rice has produced 6 All-Conference offensive linemen.
Two seasons at Rice
- 2026 Rice AbellYear 2 · Games –
- 2025 Rice AbellYear 1 · Games –
2025
- Signed with RiceThree-star, out of Orange Lutheran
