2026 Trench Breakdown
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I’m a big fan of the 2026 class. I’m very excited to do a breakdown for this game. These guys are some grinders in the trenches. I took the time to look at some guys on offense and defense. Let’s…
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Continue ReadingI’m a big fan of the 2026 class. I’m very excited to do a breakdown for this game. These guys are some grinders in the trenches. I took the time to look at some guys on offense and defense. Let’s check it out.
Wes Wiggins Wes Wiggins 6'3" | 280 lbs | OL Smithville | 2026 State MS , OL, Smithville
Wiggins is a big boy who knows how to handle himself within the trenches. He is a good blocker who wins a lot of 1v1 matches at camps. He also excels in live action. Wiggins is a 6-foot-3, 265-pound freshman who is going to only continue to grow. He does a great job of understanding his assignments. He will be a division one offensive lineman.
Gunnar Goodwin Gunnar Goodwin 6'4" | 280 lbs | OL Kossuth | 2026 State MS , OL, Kossuth
Goodwin is a 6-foot-4, 240-pound prospect who is going to have a big name before it is said and done. Goodwin is a big boy that knows how to move around. He is very strong. He has the potential to be a power five prospect. Goodwin does a great job in pass blocking as well as on running plays. He has some big hands that lock on to defenders. Keep up with him.
Grant Kitchens, OL, Nanih Waiya
Kitchens is a power five prospect all day. He is 6-foot-5, 275-pound guy that gets after. A lot of college coaches are going to be worrying him soon. He does a great job of carrying out his assignments. Kitchens is a big boy that plays with a lot of heart. He loves contact. Kitchens also has the potential to be a good defensive lineman. With the right off-season training, the sky is the limit for this kid.
Dereon Albert Dereon Albert 6'3" | 255 lbs | DL Jackson Academy | 2026 State MS , DL, Jackson Academy
Albert is a true grown man in the trenches. He is also a leader. I saw him at the Mississippi Wolfpack evaluation, and he was out there teaching lineman how to get in a proper stance. Albert is a beast when he is competing. He does a great job of shooting his hands and shedding blocks. You won’t see Albert losing many battles. This kid just so happens to be tried and true.