Underclassmen Up Next: 2026 Receivers to Know in 13-6A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The talent in this district is truly exceptional, with players demonstrating outstanding athleticism, versatility, and skill. These individuals are poised for successful futures, having showcased their abilities and gained valuable experience to continue making significant contributions. Stepping up to the challenges presented, these players have played pivotal roles for their respective teams. With such outstanding leaders, the future of this district looks incredibly promising.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Jordan Styles | College Park</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Styles has proven to be a challenging matchup for defensive backs on the outside. His impressive drive off the snap and quickness allowed him to get past coverages, showcasing his speed. Styles demonstrated deep-threat capabilities with strong and confident hands. Despite being in his sophomore campaign, he contributed on both sides of the ball and made an impact as a corner as well. With his versatility, he is poised to influence the game in various ways, including the return game, making him a valuable asset for the Cavaliers in the upcoming seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17919594/655e5c50a0226808f03ddb59' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-658b34fdbd390"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='1347384' first='James' last='Scott'] | Oak Ridge</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Measuring at around 6'4, 200 pounds, Scott is a game-changer for the War Eagle offense. His long stride in the open field and impressive catch radius made him a standout player during his sophomore season. Scott demonstrated the ability to complete contested catches and posed a threat to score whenever the offense entered the red zone. His skill in coming back to the ball and providing an open target for his quarterback, coupled with his exceptional yards-after-catch ability, contributed to a successful sophomore year with over 700 yards on 40 catches. Scott is undoubtedly a top name to watch for the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18055827/65654e2d64e94b0ab0e31257' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-658b34fdbd3bd"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='402711' first='Preston' last='Cloud'] | Grand Oaks</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cloud is a deep-ball threat with an excellent frame and impressive ball skills. Demonstrating the speed to get by press coverage and the strength to fend off contact for the ball, Cloud emerged as a reliable target, consistently contributing to keeping drives alive. His combination of skill and athleticism sets him apart, and as he continues to develop, Cloud is a player worth keeping a close eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18261893/657c7fbad225750878a88af0' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-658b34fdbd3dd"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">[player_tooltip player_id='1171454' first='Jermaine' last='Bishop Jr.'] | Willis</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bishop Jr. has already established himself as a two-way star, making a significant impact on the game in all phases. During his sophomore season, he showcased his versatility and athleticism, accumulating over 2,000 all-purpose yards. As a lockdown corner, Bishop Jr. effectively mirrored opposing receivers, minimizing big plays with his exceptional ball skills. On the offensive side, he became a key target for his quarterback, recording an impressive 80 receptions for over 1,400 receiving yards and 17 receiving touchdowns. Bishop Jr. displayed smooth and efficient route-running, coupled with his shiftiness, elusiveness, and speed in the open field after the catch, making him a true showstopper and a prominent name for years to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16173057/656d9776d226310af81f0c6f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-658b34fdbd3fb"} /-->