A sleeper 2028 linebacker from Macon, Anthony Horton Anthony Horton 6'2" | 215 lbs | LB Macon Westside | 2028 State GA is a sure tackling defender with great instincts against the run. Th Westside (GA) defender dissects plays quickly, can fight off blocks and knows how to make a tough, secure tackle on the ball carrier. Just as sophomore, Horton was one of the top 2028 linebackers in the region making 44 tackles with five tackles for a loss, and two sacks. He stands at 6’2, 215 pounds with a frame that should allow him to continue adding good muscle. He plays hard, he’s quick, active, and bound for a gigantic junior season in 2026. He’s currently ranked as the No. 27 LB prospect in the state for his class.

A playmaking sophomore linebacker from Macon playing like a seasoned veteran, Horton brings plenty of size for his age at 6-foot-2 215-pounds who plays fast and has no problem finding his way into the backfield. He reacts quickly against the run and attacks down-hill, making him tough to block both in the trenches and on the edge. Horton has been one of the more productive sophomore linebackers in the region as he’s made 44 tackles, five TFLs and two sacks this year to go along with one forced fumble. He continues to play better and better and could be one of the top returning linebackers in the region next year as a junior.