2026 Rankings Update- Talented New Additions (Offense)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're back with more on our final 2026 Rankings Update!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we're looking at some of the new talented additions on offense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These guys had terrific careers at their schools and deserve some final recognition- so let's dive in and talk about them!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1727334"],"_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-6966b23739b65"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1727334' first='Dylan' last='Tabb'] is a talented OT from Orange Beach who impressed us last fall and is now ranked as our #6 OL and #116 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Tabb is an athletic LT who can open up the run game and provide great pass protection every down. At 6'6 290, Tabb can move really well, has great strength/power, and plays with impressive leverage he uses to win matchups at the line of scrimmage.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I'm really impressed with Tabb's run blocking. He explodes off the snap and has the athleticism to work his way upfield, consistently opening huge opportunities/rushing lanes for his teammates to capitalize on."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I think Tabb is a really talented offensive lineman who's been seriously slept on. If you haven't watched any of his tape before, be sure to check him out below. He was really reliable for Orange Beach this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26796465/68e31f78af386418a7104087' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6966b63e0a637"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1850682"],"_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-6966b23739bd1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850682' first='Jailen' last='Wheeler'] is an explosive RB from Baker who had a terrific senior year and has landed as our #15 RB and #160 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">“<em>I'm really impressed with Wheeler's skill set. He's electric with the ball in his hands and can create huge plays on the ground and through the air by using his explosive speed and quickness. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>In addition to his speed, Wheeler also has terrific balance. He can easily change his direction, make defenders miss, and stay on his feet no matter who is in front of him- it's seriously impressive to watch.</em>“</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I was seriously impressed with Wheeler all year long. From Week 1 all the way to the AL/MS All-Star game, Wheeler was constantly explosive and made some ridiculous plays. If you haven't seen him before, check out his film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19943330/691a658e4a50c91c2d7dafd7' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6966b63e0a697"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1988173"],"_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-6966b23739c1f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1988173' first='Dylan' last='Jackson'] is a talented WR/ATH from Vigor who's coming in as our #11 ATH and #166 overall prospect after his senior season last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"At 5'8 170, Jackson has the speed and quickness to make some impressive plays out wide. He's quick out of his releases, runs great routes, and finds separation all over the field. It's really tough for DBs to stay with him; he's always getting open.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Jackson also has a great set of hands and some great skills after the catch. He can secure some tough-to-catch passes through coverage and contact, and has the speed, elusiveness, and change of direction to turn upfield for huge gains.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jackson was really productive all season for Vigor's passing game. I had a blast watching him throughout the year. Be sure to check out some of his film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17658478/68ff87efb829dc5e4f4a881b' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6966b63e0c6a2"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1637942"],"_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-6966b23739c69"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Julian Prichett is a talented OL from Opelika who's debuting as our #25 OL and #271 overall prospect in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"Pritchett is a physical force at the line of scrimmage who helps open up Opelika's offense in a ton of different ways. He explodes off the snap, is extremely physical, and can drive defenders several yards off the ball.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>It's super impressive watching him pave the way in the run game; he can create huge rushing lanes upfront, and has the speed and agility to climb level-to-level and assist his teammates upfield. If he starts to develop more as a pass catcher, he'll be flat-out unstoppable at TE."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I think Prithcett has some serious talent in the trenches and deserves more eyes on his tape. If you haven't checked him out before, make sure you watch some of his tape below. He had a great senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19378473/68d0a60ef233c6fda8c6ec53' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6966b63e0c6ee"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1939538"],"_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-6966b23739caf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1939538' first='Darrion' last='Kirksey'] is an explosive WR from Gulf Shores who's coming in as our #20 WR and #123 overall prospect in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>"At 6'2 195, Kirksey can fly around the field to make huge receptions out wide. He has great speed and acceleration, can make quick cuts/turns, and is a master at getting separation downfield.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Kirksey is also terrific at catching the ball. He has a great catch radius, impressive hands, and is fantastic at tracking the ball through the air, making highlight reel catches on a routine basis."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kirksey has a couple of options with his future at the next level. I'm excited to see how it all plays out. He's a really talented player who made some impressive plays for Gulf Shores last fall. Be sure to watch his film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17754014/68f91436c92aec83900a65d4' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6966b63e0c756"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->