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Alabama’s Top Tier Middle School Talent Part 1:

Alabama’s Top Tier Middle School Talent Part 1:
Austin Butler
Austin Butler January 5, 2026 @ 01:06 PM
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Ayden Pelham
Ayden Pelham 6'4" | 270 lbs | OL | 2030
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Brayden Wells
Brayden Wells 6'0" | 195 lbs | EDGE/OL | 2030
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Zion Duncan
Zion Duncan 5'11" | 145 lbs | QB | 2030
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Daniel Storey
Daniel Storey 5'10" | 238 lbs | DL/EDGE | 2030
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KJ Wilson
KJ Wilson 5'11" | 185 lbs | ATH | 2030
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the great state of Alabama, it's clear of the level of talent that is always on display during football season and even in the off-season when off-season activities are going on. Afterall, football now days is basically year-around! Let's check out some of the top tier talent in Alabama!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1685555"],"_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-695bf4b567cfd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1685555' first='Daniel' last='Storey'] is one of the top tiers in the state of Alabama is without a single doubt! He has all of the intangibles and the size to dominate the game. He is impressive and he is only developing into a terrific talent. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1685557"],"_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-695bf4b567d27"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top tier signal callers in the state of Alabama is easily [player_tooltip player_id='1685557' first='Zion' last='Duncan']. Duncan's talent is all-around and has an all-around game that will translate to the high school level. Duncan has outstanding ability and I'm excited to see his development at the quarterback position for years to come!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687936"],"_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-695bf57f3ff8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most imposing players in the 2030 class in the state of Alabama is [player_tooltip player_id='1687936' first='Ayden' last='Pelham']. Not just imposing because of his amazing size at his age standing at 6'4 and weighing at around 270 pounds, Pelham is also imposing by his dominant style of play. He is a special talent and is a household, top tier type player for years to come!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687278"],"_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-695bf57f3ffd8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1687278' first='Brayden' last='Wells'] is a super edge player and offensive linemen in the 2030 class in the state of Alabama, Wells has one of the best upsides and with great size and ability, he's going to be a household name for years down the road. Wells is a top tier player right now!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1649587"],"_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-695bf57f4002c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1649587' first='KJ' last='Wilson'] is a special talent at the running back position. Wilson has the vision, the agility, speed, quickness and strength to break through defenses and gain big yards to even big-time touchdown runs. Wilson has a natural ability to play the game and make big plays. He's also a playmaker at other spots on the field which showcases his versatility. Wilson is a top tier player and a name to know now because he will be a big name that will be heard about a lot in the years and seasons to come!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

In the great state of Alabama, it's clear of the level of talent that is always on display during football season and even in the off-season when off-season activities are going on. Afterall, football now days is basically year-around! Let's check out some of the top tier talent in Alabama!

Daniel Storey

Daniel Storey

HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 238
POS DL/EDGE
CLASS 2030
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Alabama’s Top Tier Middle School Talent Part 1:
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Zion Duncan

Zion Duncan

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 145
POS QB
CLASS 2030
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Duncan QB
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2030
Height
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Weight
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Ayden Pelham

Ayden Pelham

HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 270
POS OL
CLASS 2030
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Pelham OL
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2030
Height
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Weight
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Moody
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Brayden Wells

Brayden Wells

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 195
POS EDGE/OL
CLASS 2030
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Brayden
Wells EDGE/OL
Class
2030
Height
6'0"
Weight
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HS
Jacksonville
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KJ Wilson

KJ Wilson

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 185
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CLASS 2030
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KJ
Wilson ATH
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Height
5'11"
Weight
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