Liles was everywhere and made his presence felt in all three phases, turning in the kind of night that shows he’s elevated his game for his senior season. He led the team with 75 receiving yards and two touchdowns on offense, showing reliable hands and the ability to create separation in key moments. On defense, he pulled down an interception and added a pass breakup, jumping routes with confidence and giving the Bulldogs extra possessions. He even flashed on special teams with a punt return score that was called back, a reminder of how dangerous he is with the ball in space. What stood out most was how consistently he tilted the game — whether it was keeping the chains moving, flipping momentum with a defensive play, or threatening to break one in the return game. The mix of explosive athleticism, versatility, and senior leadership made him stand out as the true difference maker on either sideline.

Jaron Liles Jaron Liles 6'1" | 190 lbs | DB Queen Creek | 2026 State AZ doesn’t mess around — he’s one of the most physical defensive backs you’ll find at the high school level. He plays fast, hits hard, and doesn’t hesitate when it’s time to come downhill and make a play. Whether it’s sticking with a receiver or stepping up to tackle a back in space, he’s confident and controlled. That kind of open-field tackling isn’t easy to find in DBs, especially ones who can also flip the field when the ball’s in their hands. That return ability makes him even more valuable. He’s a guy who can give your team a spark in all three phases, and he’s going to a New Mexico program that clearly values tough, instinctual defenders. Liles fits that mold perfectly — he’s built to make an impact early, and he’s got the game to back it up.

Liles has earned three D1 offers in the last few months but is still underrecruited given his talent and ability. 6’1” 190 lbs. he’s a high-caliber athlete with great range and closing speed coming from the safety position. Has a great ability to locate the football and trigger with speed to close space in a hurry. Plays fast and with a high motor to cover all areas of the field effectively. Flashes good anticipation and eye discipline to diagnose the play and put himself in position to be a difference maker. Accelerates coming out of his break while playing with a high motor to track down ball carriers and receivers. Smooth in the hips and quick change of direction to react in coverage or pursue the ball in run support. Racked up 132 total tackles in the 2024 season including 59 solo. Ranked #42 overall, he’s another 2026 prospect with great upside as he progresses.