Elite 2026 Prospects to Watch this Spring

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Before the dust settles from the HS spring session and college camp showcases, recruits eagerly anticipate the upcoming season. With new talent emerging and established players stepping up their game, there are plenty of notable stock risers who deserve recognition. These athletes have put in the work and have seen an uptick in offers/interest. Let's take a closer look at some top performers ready to shine this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1249076' first='Zion' last='Legree'] @allstarbean</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1266690' first='Trenton' last='Henderson'] | EDGE | 2026 | Pensacola Catholic | @THenderson26</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A recent FSU offer has 2026 rising star [player_tooltip player_id='1266690' first='Trenton' last='Henderson'] on the real deal riser list. The 6-5 EDGE rusher is a beast coming off the edge and has developed into an impact player for his high school. He has received offers from major P4 colleges with plenty of time to grow his frame and work on his overall technique.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1628863' first='Jesse' last='Harden'] | WR | 2026 | Spoto | @Atr_UNO</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harden has been all over the field this off-season making plays with a long frame and crazy catch radius at around a 6-3 height. This kid is the Real Deal in the 2026 class. If he can put together a productive spring/summer period, I wouldn't be surprised if his name rises on national radars.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1212165' first='Jake' last='Kreul'] | DL | 2026 | Bishop Moore | @JK_DE_SNAKE_34</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2023 stats: 17 sacks, 68 total tackles, 22.0 TFL</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid has developed into a legitimate Power 5 prospect on the college radar. Very athletic combined with explosiveness and good hand work makes Kreul an intriguing prospect for the next level. Still plenty of time to add weight to his frame but coaches get eyes on him Now.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Asharri Charles | ATH | 2026 | Venice | @charles_a4</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2023 stats: 105 tackles (62 solo)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17 TFLs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17 QB Hurries</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>13 Sacks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1 Caused FBL</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1 FBL Recovery</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the more productive risers in the area is set for a dominant junior season as he recorded over 100 tackles a season ago showing his production potential. He was recently ranked a four-star with a crucial spring period ahead.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1368296' first='Larry' last='Miles'] | ATH | West Orange | @d1larry123 |</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miles has showed off good speed and football IQ to be a producer at the next level. He's now getting attention from major universities. Has played really good football this offseason and is another riser that plays for 24K, which obviously has some of the top 2026 recruits listed in the state of Florida. Miles is no different and is another dog with perimeter playmaking ability that flashes good speed and solid route running.<br><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1249090' first='Samuel' last='Roseborough'] | OL | 2026 | Clearwater | @S_Roseborough64</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top 2026 offensive line prospects in the state is attracting attention from major 4 colleges this offseason. The Florida Gators and a few others have been on his trail heavily with a recent offer coming earlier this week. The 6-5, 285-pound rising sophomore is one to keep an eye on this spring and fall periods.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Michael Mcclenton | LB | 2026 | Ocoee | @michaelmcclent5</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 stats:</strong> 31 sacks, 202 tackles, 45 TFL, 3 forced fumbles.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is a must watch athlete from the numbers he put up a season ago, leading the state in total tackles. Just check the film, this isn't little boy football or padded stats but he's a production beast with incredible upside for the college level. Mcclenton is a monster off the edge, a versatile athlete who understands the early.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1251741' first='Brogan' last='McNab'] | QB | Class of 2026 | Holy Trinity Episcopal | @BroganMcNab2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McNab adds to one of the more stacked 2026 quarterback classes that I've had a chance to cover. The three-year varsity starter has displayed good footwork mechanics and a grasp of the offense in his time under center. The dual-threat riser has been an important component of the offense as he's able to stretch the defense with a good arm and decent rushing attack with his legs.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1249102' first='Clifton' last='Hester'] | DB | Class of 2026 | Cocoa | @CliftonHester14</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Have had eyes on this kid the past couple seasons and he's only developed into a four-star prospect with plenty of more time to grow and develop. With a 6-2 frame, solid speed and good coverage skills, Hester will be a problem this year for opposing receivers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->