2 receiving touchdowns 1 rushing touchdown

2028 ATH/LB Elijah Kimball Elijah Kimball LB St. Marys | 2028 State WV was another big contributor in St. Marys’ 40-6 win over Webster County, finding the end zone three times in the Blue Devils’ first game of the season. He scored two touchdowns through the air and added another on the ground, showcasing his hard running and also using his speed to get to the outside. Kimball came up with a big 4th-down touchdown catch on a seam pass and made another tough scoring catch with a defender draped over his QB. He showed his versatility and playmaking ability throughout the night as one of the Blue Devils’ top playmakers.

RETURNING STANDOUT

Leading the Blue Devils in tackles as a sophomore, 2028 LB Elijah Kimball Elijah Kimball LB St. Marys | 2028 State WV quickly became one of the players St. Marys counted on defensively. Kimball finished with 64 stops and plays with a good nose for the football, giving the Blue Devils an active presence in the middle of their defense. He isn’t limited to that side of the ball either, with the athleticism to contribute as a runner and pass catcher when his number is called on offense. Kimball has already taken on an important role in this program, and he should be one of the players St. Marys leans on throughout the 2026 season.

2028 St. Marys LB Elijah Kimball debuts in the rankings as the #11 linebacker in the class after putting together a strong sophomore season for the Blue Devils. Kimball led the team in tackles and consistently showed a knack for finding the football, making him one of the more productive defenders in the small-school ranks. He returns as one of St. Marys’ top players heading into the season and should again be a major factor on both sides of the ball. While linebacker is his primary position, Kimball also brings value offensively as a runner and pass catcher, and is a well-rounded player who impacts the game in multiple ways. Kimball’s production and versatility made him a player we felt deserved a spot in the rankings.