Promising 2026 Prospects Seeing Their Stock Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These sleeper pass-catchers in the 2026 class are seeing their stock rise...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1633287"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67c5e0cb084e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arguably the fastest 2026 prospect in the state, Skelton brings elite speed to the gridiron that allows him to take off down the field and fly past defenders with ease. A state champion in the 100m (10.56) and the 4x100, Skelton's speed stands out immediately on film, but he's more than just a track guy. He's a smooth runner who can create separation and tracks the football well in the air. Offensively, this Middle-Georgia weapon caught 27 passes for just under 300 yards and three touchdowns while making 27 tackles and one INT in the secondary. He earned a new offer from the UAB Blazers and it likely won't be his last.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1325784"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67c5e0cb0858a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another Middle Georgia pass-catcher with natural speed and big-play ability, Mathis is one of the fastest players in the Warner Robins area who brings above-average hands and the ability to score from anywhere on the field. He's a natural wideout coming off a giant junior season where he caught 64 passes for 1,025 yards and 11 touchdowns. He's one of the top returning receivers in the area and likely bound for a gigantic senior season next fall. He earned a new offer recently from Southern Miss and should see more come his way this spring and summer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1633295"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67c5e0cb08606"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This tough, versatile, instinctive safety is one of the more underrated defensive backs in Fulton County who is starting to see his recruitment pick up. The sure-tackling, fast-reacting safety earned a big offer from Wake Forest recently after a strong junior season where he made 94 tackles, picked off two passes, forced two fumbles, blocked two field goals and three more punts. A true weapon no matter where he's lined up, Parodi was a special teams machine who made play after play all season long in 2024. Adding this 6-foot-2 200-pound athlete to the 2026 Prep Redzone rankings later this month was an easy decision and more offers could come his way soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1201831"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67c5e0cb0867e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An incredibly versatile athlete who plays hard every play, Rucker is one of the top overall athletes in Northwest Georgia who shined at running back last season, rushing for 1,135 yards and 11 touchdowns while averaging an impressive 6.5 yards per rush. He's quick shifty, and one of the more explosive runners in the area. He also shows dependable hands out of the backfield, catching 17 passes for 281 yards and two more scores. He's been flying under the radar for way too long but has seen recent offers come his way from Tennessee Tech, Indiana, Liberty, and Oklahoma State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["618665"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67c5e0cb086f6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An impressive Gwinnett County defensive back on the rise, Brunson brings strong instincts and a lengthy frame to the Broncos secondary. He's fundamentally sounds, shows quick feet, and does a great job of knocking passes away. He's a reliable cover corner and a sure-tackler, making 41 tackles and breaking up nine passes. He held his own against quality competition all season long and was an easy addition to the next 2026 Prep Redzone update. He's also seeing his recruitment picks up with new recent offers from Troy and Arkansas State. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->