Searcy Lions 2026 Team Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Each season Zak Clark has walked the sidelines for the Lions the win totals have increased. The 2026 season has the potential to be another strong one for Searcy. Searcy finished with nine wins on the season and are looking to take that next step to a deep playoff run this season. Here are several Lions to watch out for this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1195596' first='Jacob' last='Miles']-Quarterback-Searcy-6'1” 210-Pounds-2028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miles had a tremendous 2025 season for the Lions. He threw for over 3,000 yards and had 36 touchdowns through the air. Miles is a quarterback who does not mind using his legs to pick up yards on the ground. He rushed for 500 yards last season and found the end zone eight times on the ground. Miles is a prospect to keep an eye over the next few weeks for the Lions. He has the potential to have a big season for Searcy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1251947' first='Bryson' last='Allen']-Quarterback-Searcy-6'5” 220-Pounds-2029</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1251947' first='Bryson' last='Allen'] is a dynamic athlete at the quarterback position. He has the versatility to line up at wide receiver, tight end, and multiple positions on the defensive side of the ball. Allen is a playmaker on either side of the ball and a player to watch out for as the season approaches. Allen has the potential to have a big season for the Lions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1198671' first='Braceson' last='Mitchell']-Defensive Line-Searcy-6'5” 310-Pounds-2028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1198671' first='Braceson' last='Mitchell'] is a prospect who has done well at each camp he has attended this offseason. He has the versatility to see playing time on both the offensive as well as the defensive lines. Mitchell is an explosive player who gets into the opposing offensive backfield quickly. Mitchell has the potential to have an impact on both lines for Searcy this season. He is a prospect to watch out for over the next two seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1195585' first='Jackson' last='Smith']-Wide Receiver-Searcy-5'11” 170-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1195585' first='Jackson' last='Smith'] had a fantastic season for the Lions in 2025. Smith earned all-state honors a season ago and racked up over 1,000 yards and 15 touchdowns in the process. Smith does a great job of creating separation from opposing defensive backs. He has the speed to stretch the field vertically. Smith has the potential for a big season with the Lions and could easily surpass those totals from 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1247596' first='Kayden' last='Hickman']-Linebacker-Searcy-6'1” 220-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1247596' first='Kayden' last='Hickman'] is a linebacker who is always around the football. Hickman topped the 100 tackles mark last season and lived in the opposing offensive backfield. He sheds blocks quickly and uses his quickness to get into the opposing offensive backfield. Hickman is a player opposing offensive linemen must account for on the field. He is a player to watch out for as the season approaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>More Searcy Lions to watch this season:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1606692' first='Jeremiah' last='Goodman']-Edge-Searcy-6'0” 225-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1223179' first='Bryson' last='Thompson']-Wide Receiver-Searcy-6'0” 175-Pounds-2028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Will Manning-Wide Receiver-Searcy-6'0” 165-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1158060' first='Deandre' last='Shockley']-Defensive Back/Running Back-5'11” 180-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->