Speed and athleticism define Garrett’s game. He excels in open space, using his explosiveness to track down ball carriers and disrupt plays in coverage. Whether it’s blitzing off the edge, spying mobile quarterbacks, or locking down tight ends, Garrett’s versatility makes him an asset in any defensive scheme.

JaMichael Garrett JaMichael Garrett 6'1" | 195 lbs | LB Central | 2026 State LA  is one of the top defenders in the state’s 2026 class and is following up his terrific sophomore campaign with another great season this fall. Garrett is an explosive EDGE who flies around the field and consistently makes plays behind the line of scrimmage. Garrett has a terrific first step, plays with great strength and speed, and does an excellent job pursuing after quarterbacks/the ball carrier every time he takes the field. It doesn’t matter if he’s rushing the passer or setting the edge against the run, Garrett consistently does his job at a high level and makes it look effortless. Throughout this season, Garrett has racked up 91 total tackles (9.5 for loss), 1.5 sacks, 5 hurries, and one interception on the year. With how well he’s played the last few seasons, Garrett has already been a top prospect in the recruiting world- a few months ago he committed to Auburn. That being said, he just picked up an offer from Vanderbilt- which could mix things up when you consider how well the Commodores have been playing this season. Watch out for Garrett going forward, he’s only going to keep making plays and his recruitment might not be entirely closed yet!

JaMichael Garrett JaMichael Garrett 6'1" | 195 lbs | LB Central | 2026 State LA is one of the top defenders in the state’s 2026 class and is coming off a terrific sophomore season for Gulf Shores where he made play-after-play on defense. Garrett is an explosive EDGE who consistently is able to break through and make plays behind the line of scrimmage. He has a terrific first step, great strength, and excellent pursuit that allows him to completely overwhelm offensive linemen to get to the ball carrier. It doesn’t matter if he’s rushing the passer or setting the edge against the run, Garrett consistently does his job at a high level and makes it look effortless. Last fall Garrett had his best season to date, he ended up recording 87 total tackles (26.5 for loss) 9.5 sacks, 14 hurries, 2 forced fumbles, and one interception on the year. Garrett has been highly recruited by tons of top-tier programs over the past two years, and rightfully so- he has helped transform Gulf Shores’s defense into one of the top units in the entire state. Despite picking up offers from all over, Garrett elected to stay instate at the next level and committed to Auburn. Be sure to keep track of Garrett and Gulf Shores this fall, they’re set to have a huge season!

JaMichael Garrett JaMichael Garrett 6'1" | 195 lbs | LB Central | 2026 State LA has emerged as one of Alabama’s top linebackers thanks to his impressive blend of size (6’2”, 205 lbs) and athleticism that makes him a nightmare for opposing offenses. He possesses remarkable lateral quickness that allows him to navigate through traffic effectively while maintaining pursuit angles on ball carriers. Garrett‘s understanding of defensive schemes enables him to play various positions within the linebacker corps while still excelling in each role assigned to him by coaches. His tenacity on the field is matched by strong leadership qualities off it; he consistently motivates teammates during practices and games alike. As colleges continue to scout Garrett closely, he remains one of the most sought-after recruits in Alabama.