Top-5 2026 3A Receiving Leaders Ready to Step It Up Next Year

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He was the leading 2026 graduate for class 3A after not playing football in his Freshman year, which is very impressive. His 6'1u0022 180 lb. frame provides him the length and size at his age for potential to grow into a good-sized receiver at the next level. As the Demons leading receiver and a Senior receiver also departing, Seb looks to improve on his already impressive Sophomore season. 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