2026 Rising Offensive Stars in the Houston Area

Back with some more fire-power in the Houston area! The class of 2026 brings us some elite talent at all positions and players who show much versatility in their game. These players stepped onto the scene and showed-out last season, and will be looking to be even better for their senior seasons. Below are players to have on the radar and keep track of heading into the offseason and watch their stocks rise.   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   Saxon Gumabong | WR | Fort Bend Elkins   Gumabong had himself a breakout junior campaign last season, leading the team in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. He showed big-play abilities and was a technician in the slot. Gumabong is quick off the line and shows tremendous speed in the open field, creating separation at the top of his routes with his quickness as well. He is elusive in congested areas and generates explosive plays with his run after the catch. Gumabong was a consistent playmaker for the Knight offense all season, catching 45 passes for 950 yards and 9 touchdowns . He will be a popular name heading into the offseason and a player to know for his senior season.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   CJ Toney | ATH | Atascocita   Toney is a versatile offensive weapon who turns short yardage plays into touchdowns. He can be placed anywhere on the field and create explosive plays. Toney's quickness and agility creates mismatches and his athleticism in the open field makes him difficult to bring down. He thrives in the slot and shows excellent route running skills. Toney is a YAC monster as well, getting up the field after the catch and putting his skills on display. Toney finished his junior campaign with 30 receptions for over 500 yards and 11 touchdowns, while also adding 120 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown to his totals. He is n all-around talented player who can take over a game at anytime with his athletic abilities and a player who creates entertainment with the ball in his possession.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   [player_tooltip player_id='1646862' first='Jordan' last='Burnett'] | OG | Ridge Point   At about 6'5, 330 pounds, Burnett is a wall at the guard position for the Panther offense. He displays a strong base with strong hands, and will drive the opposition into the ground. Burnett has a powerful punch that can de-cleat defenders in a hurry, stalling rushers before than can get close to his QB. He shows good lateral quickness with his initial step, gaining ground and getting to spots before defenses can react. Burnett plays a physical brand of ball, ear-holing defensive tackles on trap plays and driving edge players downfield as the pulling guard. He plays until the whistle is blown and does not let up. He will be a top name at the position and the play backs it up.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   Malachi Gamble | RB | Dickinson   Gamble took the district by storm this past season. He showed all-around talent at the position. The speed, power, and vision were all on display. Gamble is a tough runner who welcomes contact and has the breakaway speed needed to outrun defenders. He breaks through tackles with ease and keeps his feet churning, gaining those extra yards. Gamble's blend of skills makes him one of the most dangerous players on the field and a dominant player with the ball in his hands. He ran for 1,529 yards and 21 touchdowns during his junior campaign. Gamble is a player to have atop the position list heading into the offseason.    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   [player_tooltip player_id='1645315' first='William' last='Mayes'] | TE | Tompkins   Mayes's stock jumped after his junior campaign where he put his skills on display. At 6'6, 230, Mayes is his QBs safety valve across the middle and the redzone target who creates mismatches across the board. He is a physical player who takes pride in blocking and pancaking the opponent. Mayes shows reliable hands and can gain great YAC with his agility in the open field. Mayes plays a valuable role in the Falcon offense and will continue to be a key to their offensive success.

Back with some more fire-power in the Houston area! The class of 2026 brings us some elite talent at all positions and players who show much versatility in their game. These players stepped onto the scene and showed-out last season, and will be looking to be even better for their senior seasons. Below are players to have on the radar and keep track of heading into the offseason and watch their stocks rise.