Returning 2026s To Watch This Spring

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jaylen White | QB | Clearwater | @jaylen_white12</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>White has been making noise around 7v7 events this offseason, showing off his poise and playmaking ability. He's got the arm to make all the throws and the athleticism to escape pressure when needed. Expect him to be one of the top QBs in the 2026 class as Clearwater keeps rolling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='928372' first='Jack' last='McKissock'] | QB | Oakleaf | @JackMcKissockQB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McKissock put up huge numbers last season, breaking school records with 2,939 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and just 4 interceptions. He's an accurate passer who makes smart decisions, and with another year to develop, he's on track to be one of Florida's better 2026 quarterbacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>CJ Cresser | DB | Tarpon Springs | @CJCressser</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cresser's stock continues to rise. He's a physical, smart corner who can lock down receivers in man or zone. He's also one of the top tacklers in the state among DBs. As he fine-tunes his game, expect his recruitment to heat up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263588' first='Darryon' last='Jones'] | QB | Tampa Bay Tech | @DarryonJonesQB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6-3, 220 pounds, Jones has the size and arm talent that college coaches look for. He transferred to Tampa Bay Tech this offseason and quickly earned the starting job. His ball placement and natural ability make him one of the area's rising quarterbacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='927711' first='Dillon' last='Rose-Bailey'] | QB | Plant | @DillonOne_8</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rose-Bailey is a 6-2, 185-pound quarterback who has the tools to make plays in and out of the pocket. His accuracy, mobility, and decision-making stand out, and with his move to Plant for his senior season, his recruitment should take off.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='283740' first='Jabari' last='Monds'] | ATH | Westwood | @JabariMonds21</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Monds is a two-way playmaker. He racked up 787 receiving yards and 4 TDs while also locking down receivers with 10 PBUs and a blocked FG at cornerback. Already holding two D1 offers, Monds' versatility and impact make him a big name to follow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1251741' first='Brogan' last='McNab'] | ATH | MCC | @BroganMcNab2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McNab has offers to play nearly every skill position on the offensive side. At 5-11, 185 pounds, he's a dual-threat QB with the arm strength to stretch the field. His athleticism makes him a nightmare for defenses, and he'll be a key playmaker this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Timothy Cole | QB | Raines | @spazzout__tj</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cole put up monster numbers last season—2,812 passing yards, 43 touchdowns, and over 870 rushing yards with 9 more scores on the ground. He led Raines to a 13-1 record and a state title appearance. With his deep-ball accuracy and mobility, he's set for another big year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1771818' first='Jayvian' last='Tanelus'] | RB | Community School of Naples | @jtanelus05</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tanelus earned an offer at the USF camp last year and is still on their radar. At 5-10, 188 pounds, he's a tough, explosive back with a relentless running style. With more offers coming in, he's a name to watch in the 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jeremy Pittman Jr | RB | John Carroll Catholic | @jeremypittmanjr</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pittman was dominant last season, rushing for over 1,400 yards and 22 touchdowns while averaging 9.2 yards per carry. He's a strong, physical runner with great vision and acceleration. Also a track athlete with a 3.6 GPA, Pittman is a complete prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Amarion Queen | ATH | Martin County | @AmarionQ1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Queen played all over the field last season but shines as a defensive back. He's a physical player who isn't afraid to tackle and can cover well in space. With a big offseason ahead, he's looking to take the next step in his development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Riley Wilson | OL | Tampa Bay Tech | @w10_riley</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6-4, 296 pounds, Wilson is one of the top offensive linemen in the Tampa area. He stood out at the recent UA camp and earned an invite to the UA Next Camp. His size, strength, and technique make him a key player in the trenches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='241226' first='Elija' last='Mason'] | RB | Gaither | @emason813</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mason put up big numbers last season—1,300+ rushing yards on 211 carries with 22 touchdowns. He's a tough, balanced runner with five 100-yard games under his belt. He's also a receiving threat with 31 catches for 241 yards. With offers from FAU and Bowling Green, his stock is rising.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Paul Hendrix | RB | Martin County | @PaulHendrix36</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6-2, 200 pounds, Hendrix is a powerful back who was Martin County's workhorse last season. He rushed for over 600 yards and earned Offensive MVP honors. Recently picking up an FAU offer, he's set for a big senior season.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->