A hard-hitting linebacker in the area who really shined last season, McMichael brings a physical presence and consistently found his way to the ball-carrier last season. He was one of the better linebackers in the region last year as he made 87 tackles, 6.5 TFLs, two sacks, and three forced recoveries. He’s a natural wherever he’s lined up who could have a giant senior season at both linebacker and running back this fall. He’s now ranked as the No. 66 linebacker in Georgia for the 2026 class.

A metro-Atlanta defender who reacts quickly and can make a big tackle in the open field, McMichael is one of the more productive linebackers returning in the area for the 2025 season. As a junior, this sure-tackling defender made an impressive 87 tackles, 6.5 TFLs, two sacks, and three fumble recoveries. He has a nose for the ball and doesn’t lack physicality. He’s bound for a major senior season and will be ranked in the latest