Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL was unstoppable for St. Paul’s since his freshman season and found ways to impact the game every snap.

Jones is a highly athletic EDGE who plays with a ton of speed and aggression down by the line of scrimmage. Jones can do everything his coaches ask of him- he’s a terrific pass rusher, can set the edge, attack the run, and is always around the ball making plays.

Jones plays with unreal effort- he doesn’t give up on plays, is great in pursuit, and consistently finds ways to disrupt offenses throughout all four quarters as a pass rusher and run defender. It’s going to be really exciting watching him in his senior year this fall; he’s a special talent.“

Now heading off to Oregon, Jones will be an immediate contributor to his new team. We’ll all have to watch out for him going forward. He’s a dominant defender with a bright future ahead.

Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL is one of the top EDGE prospects in the nation; he’ll certainly keep Saralan’d’s OL busy this week.

“Jones is a highly athletic EDGE who plays with a ton of speed and aggression down by the line of scrimmage. Jones can do everything his coaches ask of him- he’s a terrific pass rusher, can set the edge, attack the run, and is always around the ball making plays.

Jones plays with unreal effort- he doesn’t give up on plays, is great in pursuit, and consistently finds ways to disrupt offenses throughout all four quarters as a pass rusher and run defender. It’s going to be really exciting watching him in his senior year this fall; he’s a special talent.“

We’ve had Jones as one of the top talents in the state since his freshman season. He’ll be one to look out for this week as he always is, I’m excited to see how he performs:

Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL is an explosive EDGE out of Saint Paul’s Episcopal who’s dominated the 6A for several seasons now.

“Jones is a highly athletic EDGE who plays with a ton of speed and aggression down by the line of scrimmage. Jones can do everything his coaches ask of him- he’s a terrific pass rusher, can set the edge, attack the run, and is always around the ball making plays.

Jones plays with unreal effort- he doesn’t give up on plays, is great in pursuit, and consistently finds ways to disrupt offenses throughout all four quarters as a pass rusher and run defender. It’s going to be really exciting watching him in his senior year this fall; he’s a special talent.“

Last week, Jones announced he’d committed to Oregon! I’m excited to watch Jones this fall and at the next level, he’s a talented defender with a bright future ahead.

Check out some of Jones’ film below, you’ll come away impressed.

Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL is a dominant EDGE out of Saint Paul Episcopal who surprised many across the state with his commitment last week.

“Jones is a highly athletic EDGE who plays with a ton of speed and aggression down by the line of scrimmage. Jones can do everything his coaches ask of him- he’s a terrific pass rusher, can set the edge, attack the run, and is always around the ball making plays.

Jones plays with unreal effort- he doesn’t give up on plays, is great in pursuit, and consistently finds ways to disrupt offenses throughout all four quarters as a pass rusher and run defender. It’s going to be really exciting watching him in his senior year this fall; he’s a special talent.“

Last week, Jones announced he’d committed to Oregon! I can’t wait to watch Jones this fall and at the next level, he’s a talented defender with a bright future ahead.

Make sure you give Jones a watch below; talent like this doesn’t come by often.

Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL is an explosive EDGE out of Saint Paul’s Episcopal who has contributed to his team’s defense in so many huge ways over the last three years.

“Jones is a highly athletic EDGE who plays with a ton of speed and aggression down by the line of scrimmage. Jones can do everything his coaches ask of him- he’s a terrific pass rusher, can set the edge, attack the run, and is always around the ball making plays. Jones plays with unreal effort- he doesn’t give up on plays, is great in pursuit, and consistently finds ways to disrupt offenses throughout all four quarters as a pass rusher and run defender. It’s going to be really exciting watching him in his senior year this fall, he’s a special talent.“

Jones has been highly recruited and currently has official visits scheduled with Miami, Texas A&M, Oregon, and Alabama this summer.

Check out some of Jones’ junior tape below, he’s set up for a massive senior season this fall:

Jones is a physically dominant edge rusher with an elite blend of size, strength, and athleticism. He showcases violent hands at the line of scrimmage, making it difficult for offensive linemen to contain him. His ability to anchor against the run while still generating consistent pass-rush pressure makes him a complete defensive end. Jones has a relentless motor and finishes plays with authority, often overpowering blockers with sheer force. With continued refinement in his pass-rush technique and hand usage, he has the potential to be a top-tier defensive prospect in the 2026 class.

Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL is an explosive playmaker who thrives on disrupting plays before they even develop. His ability to diagnose offensive schemes and exploit weaknesses makes him a key asset for any defense. Jones brings an aggressive mindset, consistently pushing the tempo and outworking his opponents. He’s a leader both on and off the field, inspiring his teammates with his effort and determination. With his raw talent and relentless drive, Jones is set to leave his mark as one of college football’s premier defensive linemen.

Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL   has been phenomenal for Saint Paul’s Episcopal’s defense over the last few years. Jones is a highly athletic linebacker prospect who plays with a ton of speed, aggression, and physicality. Jones can do everything his coaches ask of him- he’s a terrific pass rusher, can set the edge, attack the run, and is always around the ball impacting plays. It’s seriously impressive watching Jones’ effort on the field, he doesn’t give up on plays, has great pursuit, and consistently finds ways to disrupt offenses throughout all four quarters. Jones put together another dominant junior season for Saint Paul’s defense last fall, consistently making game-changing plays and helping his offense back onto the field all year long. With how well he’s played the last few seasons, Jones has been highly recruited- he has picked up offers from Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, and more! Keep an eye on Jones next season, he’s been dominant and shows no signs of slowing down!

Anthony Jones Anthony Jones 6'4" | 225 lbs | EDGE St Pauls Episcopal | 2026 State AL  is the #1 prospect in our 2026 Rankings and rightfully so, he’s been phenomenal for Saint Paul’s Episcopal’s defense over the last two years. Jones is a fantastic linebacker prospect that plays with a ton of athleticism, aggression, and physicality. Jones can do everything that his coaches ask of him- he’s a terrific pass rusher, can set the edge, attack the run, and is always around the ball impacting plays. It’s seriously impressive watching Jones’ effort on the field, he doesn’t give up on plays, has great pursuit, and consistently finds ways to disrupt offenses throughout all four quarters. Jones had himself a huge sophomore season last fall- he ended the year with 102 total tackles (10 for loss), 10 sacks, and 5 pass breakups on the season. With how well he’s played the last two years Jones has been highly recruited- he has picked up offers from Alabama, Auburn, Kentucky, and more! Keep an eye on Jones this fall, he’s a heck of a talent and the number-one player in our 2026 class for a reason!