Malachi Poling Malachi Poling 6'3" | 190 lbs | WR Philip Barbour | 2026 State WV had a breakout senior season for Philip Barbour and saved the best for last of his high school career. The 6’3 190 WR/DB led the Colts in receiving with nearly 800 yards and 16 touchdowns, while also leading the team in interceptions with 5. Poling is a high upside athlete and multi-sport standout who should garner D2 interest in multiple sports.

2026 Philip Barbour WR Malachi Poling Malachi Poling 6'3" | 190 lbs | WR Philip Barbour | 2026 State WV has become one of the Colts’ most dangerous weapons heading into the playoffs, turning in a breakout senior year on both sides of the ball. With Cameron Bennett Cameron Bennett 6'1" | 185 lbs | ATH Philip Barbour | 2026 State WV taking on more work in the run game, Poling has flourished as the featured receiver, piling up 680 yards and 15 touchdowns through the air. His length and athleticism at 6’3 make him a difficult matchup for any secondary, especially with his ability to elevate and finish through contact. Poling has also made a major impact defensively, adding 5 interceptions to his résumé as a versatile ballhawk. With the postseason underway, he’s playing the best football of his career and drawing real interest from D2 programs looking for a rangy, productive target.

2026 Philip Barbour WR Malachi Poling Malachi Poling 6'3" | 190 lbs | WR Philip Barbour | 2026 State WV is having a great senior season for the Colts out wide as his role has increased. With classmate Cameron Bennett Cameron Bennett 6'1" | 185 lbs | ATH Philip Barbour | 2026 State WV playing more running back this season, Poling has stepped up as their #1 target with over 500 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns so far this season. He’s a long and athletic prospect with a basketball background that is worthy of D2 looks as a receiver. His 6’3 length causes matchup issues in 1-on-1 coverage, as he has the leaping ability and catch radius to win consistently on 50/50 balls.