Who’s Got Next? 13 More Unranked Players We’re Watching Closely

We're the first to admit that our Spring rankings window didn't catch everyone.    Yes, we are going to miss out some players who should be in our list. But we're also willing to address the fact that some time we just need more, well, time. Evaluations aren't easy, and getting a complete picture of a player often requires another look.   Seven-month old film doesn't always cut it.   Here are 13 more players who are among those already on our radar. We're looking forward to seeing them at summer events, possibly speaking to them at the inaugural Prep RedZone Media Days series, watching them put on pads in August and then getting into their 2024 seasons later that month.   Here's another next list.    [player_tooltip player_id='1246944' first='Tanner' last='Mays'] TE, Fort Mill   We love flexible tight ends who can move. Mays fits the bill. The 6-foot-3, 205-pound rising senior was the Yellow Jackets' top pass catcher in terms of receiving yards and led every regular player in yards per catch (15.0). He can spread out wide or stay tight. Either way, he might be Fort Mill's best offensive weapon.    [player_tooltip player_id='1359220' first='Antwain' last='Mitchell'] DL, Hanahan   The 6-foot-1, 264-pound defensive end (pictured) has had a great offseason, both at the Carolina Coaches Combine and then after while picking up seven college offers. We think it's going to springboard him into a huge senior season, one that allows him to dwarf his 37 tackles, eight tackles for loss and four sacks from his junior campaign.   [player_tooltip player_id='1360121' first='Tanner' last='Macy'] QB, May River   By the end of the 2024 season, we expect Macy to surpass 3,000 career rushing yards, even if the Sharks don't make a huge offseason push. And while he's more runner than thrower, we're seeing signs that his arm could be even more of a threat, too. He threw for 872 yards and nine touchdowns last fall, and if he breaches 1,000 yards there, watch out.    [player_tooltip player_id='1360115' first='Sawyer' last='Averitt'] OL, North Myrtle Beach   The Chiefs' rising senior class has a number of standouts who are all feeding off each other. The 6-foot-3, 250-pound right tackle is among them. He's got good bend and can move well left or right to get out of the block. What we really like is when he releases and has opportunities to clear paths downfield. It's fun to watch.    Matt McAulay LB/RB, Lexington    McAulay is one of those guys that coaches need on their teams. He's a big-time hitter as a linebacker and a capable reserve running back who can break and cut his way to long runs. In a Class 5A region full of big names who will be playing on Saturdays next year, the more we see out of McAulay, the more we think he should be considered one of them.    [player_tooltip player_id='1360053' first='JaRae' last='Mitchell'] QB, Manning   The Monarchs are definitely a run-first team.Still, Mitchell completed 60 percent of his passes while throwing for 863 yards and nine touchdowns against just two picks. Add in just shy of 300 rushing yards and three scores from McRae and he's certainly a part of the entire process. He doesn't need to air it out a bunch of be effective.    [player_tooltip player_id='1149052' first='Khalen' last='Bostick'] WR, Chapin    The 5-foot-11, 170-pound receiver lead the Eagles with 743 yards and tie for the team lead with five touchdowns last season. He's also going to be expected to fill the void from a trio of departing pass catchers who tallied 1,500 yards and 10 more scores. Bostick and quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='272715' first='Brady' last='Albro'] are on the same page and may hit the next level together.    [player_tooltip player_id='1359211' first='Keenan' last='Arcega-Whiteside'] WR, Dorman   Arcega-Whiteside has the size (6-foot-3, 190 pounds) and physical tools (24 inch vertical, 107 inch broad jump) and route-running capabilities to do some serious damage during his senior year. The fact that he doubles as a part-time H-Back and lends his size to the blocking game doesn't hurt him, either.    [player_tooltip player_id='1360096' first='Robert' last='Stevens'] OL, Greenwood    Stevens has flown a bit under the radar because he's only 5-foot-9. However, he's also pushing 310 pounds and strong as all get up. During the combine series this spring, he put up a record 41 reps on the 185-pound bench. The center is snapping mostly into the shotgun and detaches from the line with ease due to his low center of gravity.    [player_tooltip player_id='1360028' first='Jackson' last='Bonser'] K, Wilson Hall   Bonser doesn't have the huge booming leg shared by some of his positional classmates. That said, he's getting to the point where he's a consistent touchback threat on kickoffs. Now, pair that with the fact that he's really good from inside 45 yards on field goals, and you've got yourself a player who will almost certainly be ranked in our system come August.    [player_tooltip player_id='1395024' first='Rashad' last='Robinson'] RB, Greenville   For a change-of-pace back, Robinson's got the goods. As a sophomore last fall, he averaged 11 yards per carry, scored six touchdowns and finished with 519 yards. He's 5-foot-7 and 195 pounds and a load to bring down on first contact. What's more, he changes directions well and should see his carries increase during his junior year.    I'Veon Watson DL, Whale Branch    Watson is very much a potential two-way starter and every-down guy by the time his high school career is over. Even at 5-foot-10 and 205 pounds, he's had no issues muscling up and playing along the interior of the offensive and defensive lines. And if he picks up a step or two, he may even ultimately move back to linebacker.    [player_tooltip player_id='1395000' first='Kamron' last='McGill'] LB, Andrew Jackson   McGill isn't the only defensive player on his team from the Class of 2026 that we're watching closely over the next few months.The group is potentially loaded. In McGill, though, the Volunteers have a 5-foot-11, 180-pounder who happens to be the team's top returning tackler (88). His numbers are primed to shoot through the roof for his final two seasons.

We're the first to admit that our Spring rankings window didn't catch everyone.