Recruiting News: 2026 Prospects See New Offers Come Their Way

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These fast-rising 2026 prospects are seeing their recruitment pick up...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401486"],"_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-681267ee40ab2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A versatile, playmaking defensive back with strong instincts in coverage, Hicks earned his very first D1 offer recently from the Akron Zips and could see more come his way over the next several weeks. He brings a lean frame, burst, and the ability to make plays in coverage while proving to be a strong defender against the run. As a junior last fall, this fast-rising defensive back made 39 tackles, three TFLs, one INT and four more pass-breakups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401525"],"_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-681267ee40b20"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A thick, powerful lineman in the Savannah area who can play both guard or tackle right now, Howell is a mean lineman who moves well for his size and does a good job of finishing blocks on opposing defenders. He brings a thick 6-foot-2 275-pound frame and is starting to see his recruitment pick up with a recent offer from App State. He's one of the top returning offensive linemen in the Savannah area and will be added to the next 2026 Prep Redzone rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1665682"],"_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-681267ee40b6d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A new Gwinnett County defensive back to keep an eye on this spring, Sanford is a promising defensive back who also shines on special teams. The lean, athletic 5-foot-11 185-pounder is starting to see his recruitment pick up with an offer this week from Cincinnati and could see more come his way sooner than later. As a junior last season, Sanford made only 28 tackles for the Lions but picked off one pass and broke up eight more. He also forced one fumble, recovered another, and blocked one kick. Look for him to have an even bigger season as a senior next fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1665701"],"_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-681267ee40bb8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A metro-Atlanta defensive back to know who deserves a lot more attention is McDonough native, [player_tooltip player_id='1665701' first='Christian' last='Adams']. A versatile defensive back with a lengthy 6-foot-1 185-pound frame, Adams shows toughness against the run and strong instincts in coverage. He's an intelligent defender who consistently finds his way to the ball, allowing him to make 50 tackles last season to go along with two INTs, 3.5 sacks, seven TFLs, one pick-six, and six QB hurries. He earned an offer from Kennesaw State this week and it shouldn't be his last.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1325794"],"_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-681267ee40c02"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An explosive, quick-reacting defender still flying under the radar, Weber is a tackling machine who earned a well-deserved offer this week from the Liberty Flames. One of the top returning linebackers in his region, Weber has flashed D1-caliber talent for a while now and is coming off a strong junior season where he made 61 tackles, six TFLs, three sacks, three fumble recoveries, and two forced fumbles in nine games. His stock is on the rise and it wouldn't be surprising to see more offers come his way during spring practice this month.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->