2026 Linebackers to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some young athletes from the class of 2026 making big-time plays and big-time hits. Your Sophomore year of high school is the best time to get your recruiting profiles set up. To continue reading consider registering as an athlete and subscribing. Use discount code <em>shiloh30</em> at checkout for a 30% discount on your subscription.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["691283"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='691283' first='Cash' last='James'] was an integral part of Presbyterian Chrisitan's defense. Cash earned a starting role as freshmen and performed exceptionally well this past season. He started in 11 games, recorded 80 tackles, with 57 solo, 8 TFLs, 2 sacks and 1 forced fumble. This kid is a solid athlete who has already proven his worth as a prospect. His performance should only go up from here which will make him a very highly ranked athlete and a defensive commodity to recruiters. [player_tooltip player_id='691283' first='Cash' last='James'] is certainly an impressive athlete with a bright future.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6418b7079ea05"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["691279"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Harkins is a stud of an athlete who was noted as an All American, All Districk Linebacker as a Freshmen.  At 6'2 205 Jeremiah is a force to be reckoned with on the field. HE does an excellent job of spilling the plays into the alleys reading his keys, and making game changing plays. This past season Harkin's presence on defense helped his team compete against some well respected teams. The way in which Harkins was able to perform this in 2022 will continue to exponentially improve, which is saying a lot because of the accolades he has already earned. This kid will be a top tier prospect for sure in the coming years.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6418b7079ea97"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["691318"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"McQuiller is a dual sport athlete for the Starkville Yellow Jackets. He is an integral part of Starkville's roster and his contributions helped them reach a 12-3 record and become the 2022 6A state Champions. Kaesen has a good frame to build on and possesses great knowledge of the defensive scheme. If he continues to improve his fundamentals the only way for his value as a prospect is up. McQuiller finds himself in a great position to be a top tier Linebacker and distinguish himself from others in his class.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6418b7079eb02"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402094"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='402094' first='Jorden' last='Rush'] was part of an electric West Point Green Wave team who made it all the way to the 5A state Championships this past season. The Green Wave outscored their opponents by a heavy margin of 200 combined points. Rush was certainly a role player on this team and did his part well. As Jorden continues to improve his game he may see his performance and value as a prospect increase. Nevertheless Rush has great opportunities ahead of him to prove that he can play.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6418b7079eb55"} /-->