2026 Rankings Update- Our Top 5 Prospects!
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We recently released our newest Rankings Update for our 2026 class, and man, these sophomores had unbelievable seasons this fall! Anthony Jones AL #1 LB #1 HEIGHT 6'4" WEIGHT 225 POS LB CLASS 2026 View Profile Anthony Jones State: Alabama…
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Continue ReadingWe recently released our newest Rankings Update for our 2026 class, and man, these sophomores had unbelievable seasons this fall!
Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6’4″ | 225 lbs | LB Saint Paul Episcopal | 2026 State AL has made a name for himself the last two years at Saint Paul’s Episcopal as one of the nations top talents in the 2026 class, and in Alabama he’s our number one prospect in our Rankings! Jones is an phenomenal linebacker prospect that is extremely athletic and it shows- he is phenomenal in a bunch of different areas like rushing the passer, setting the edge, stopping the run, and more. Jones had himself a huge season this year, he ended up recording 102 total tackles (10 for loss), 10 sacks, 5 pass breakups on the year. Jones is a game wrecker in every sense of the word, it doesn’t matter what his assignment is, he finds a way to make huge plays against opposing offenses of all calibers. Jones has been highly recruited over the last two years- he already has picked up offers from Alabama, Georgia, Auburn, and more!
Hezekiah Harris Hezekiah Harris 6’4″ | 205 lbs | DL Mae Jemison | 2026 State AL is a fantastic DL prospect that has seriously impressed us with his play over the last two seasons. Harris possesses a rare combination of size, length, and exceptional pass-rushing skills that have made him an outstanding player on Mae Jemison’s defense. With his impressive size and length, Harris effectively disrupts passing lanes and make it difficult for quarterbacks to throw over him, and in addition to that, he has an terrific ability to generate pressure off the edge and be a constant threat to opposing quarterbacks. Harris’s skills extend beyond rushing the passer too, he demonstrates great awareness and discipline in stopping the run, setting the edge, and shedding blocks to make plays in the backfield. Harris has a ton of potential and talent as a prospect, which is exactly why he’s ranked as our 2nd overall player in the class. Currently, he lists offers from Alabama, Auburn, LSU, and more top tier programs!
Landon Duckworth Landon Duckworth 6’3″ | 190 lbs | QB Jackson | 2026 State AL is a skilled dual-threat quarterback that possesses a diverse skill set for Jackson that has allowed them to become one of the top powerhouses in the state. With his powerful arm and excellent touch, Duckworth can launch accurate passes every on the field making him a massive threat to opposing defenses. Duckworth has an elite ability to read defenses and deliver precise throws, and at the same time, he has the mobility and agility that allows him to extend and also make plays on the ground. Duckworth had an outstanding sophomore season this fall, he recorded 118/196 attempts for 1971 yards and 27 touchdowns through the air this season as well as 62 carries for 371 yards and 5 touchdowns on the ground! Duckworth has transformed Jackson’s offense in some huge ways and has picked up some collegiate attention along the way- back in summer time he committed to South Carolina!
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Mike Jones Mike Jones 5’11” | 185 lbs | RB Pike Road | 2026 State AL is a highly explosive running back from Pike Road that looks to be one of the top running back prospects in the entire nation. Jones has some lightning-quick speed and acceleration and uses it in a ton of ways as both a rusher and receiver. When carrying the ball, Jones has an exceptional burst out of the backfield that lets him quickly reach top speed and leave defenders in the dust- when you pair that with his agility and quick change of direction, he’s truly impossible to stop. With his reliable hands and excellent route-running ability, he can be a dangerous weapon as a receiving back as well. All this showed up on the stat sheet this season for Jones as he had himself a fantastic season within his team’s offense- recording 215 carries for 1166 yards and 19 touchdowns on the ground and 22 receptions for 210 yards and one touchdown in the air as well. Jones has gotten highly recruited already as well, picking up offers from Alabama, Auburn, Florida State, and more!
Jonah Winston Jonah Winston 5’10” | 155 lbs | ATH Hoover | 2026 State AL is a versatile and dynamic athlete that excels at multiple situations for Hoover, whether he lines up at running back wide receiver, he’s going to make a big impact for his offense. As a running back, Winston showcases his explosive speed and quickness with how well he is able to locate and burst through holes to break away from defenders. He has a natural instinct for finding the best running lane and has the vision to make quick decisions on the field that allow him to maximize each carry. In the passing game, Winston’s athleticism and hands make him a reliable target for his quarterbacks. He runs crisp routes, gains great separation from defenders and has the ability to make a wide variety of catches all around the field. Overall, he’s an extremely talented player that has some excellent versatility that allows coaches to line him up in various positions to make big plays. Winston has received a lot of attention already, listing offers from Alabama, Auburn, Colorado and more!