Tyson Bacon Tyson Bacon 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Hoover | 2026 State AL is one of the most dominant DL prospects in the state and will present some issues for Hillcrest’s offensive line.

“Bacon is explosive off the line of scrimmage, plays with a ton of speed, power, and quickness, and is an aggressive pursuer of the ball who doesn’t allow for any big plays on his side of the line of scrimmage.

Bacon causes a ton of chaos in the trenches- he can completely overpower offensive linemen with his size and strength, and constantly applies pressure/ places hits on opposing QBs. I love how well-rounded he is; he’s a dominant playmaker you have to circle every snap as an offense.“

Bacon has been unstoppable against nearly every team he’s faced. He’s that dominant of a defender. Everyone should have eyes on him this week. I won’t be surprised if he commands a lot of attention from Hillcrest’s OL.

Check out how Bacon performed against Spain Park, you’ll be impressed:

Tyson Bacon Tyson Bacon 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Hoover | 2026 State AL had a dominant junior season at Hoover last fall, making him our choice in the 7A.

“Bacon is explosive off the line of scrimmage, plays with a ton of speed, power, and quickness, and is an aggressive pursuer of the ball who doesn’t allow for any big plays on his side of the line of scrimmage.

Bacon causes a ton of chaos in the trenches- he can completely overpower offensive linemen with his size and strength, and constantly applies pressure/ places hits on opposing QBs. I love how well-rounded he is; he’s a dominant playmaker you have to circle every snap as an offense.“

A few weeks back, Bacon committed to Miami!

Watch out for Bacon this fall. He and this Hoover defense have a huge year ahead.

Tyson Bacon Tyson Bacon 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Hoover | 2026 State AL is a dominant DL out of Hoover who has become a national recruit in a short amount of time.

“Bacon is explosive off the line of scrimmage, plays with a ton of speed, power, and quickness, and is an aggressive pursuer of the ball who doesn’t allow for any big plays on his side of the line of scrimmage.

Bacon causes a ton of chaos in the trenches- he can completely overpower offensive linemen with his size and strength, and constantly applies pressure/ places hits on opposing QBs. I love how well-rounded he is, he’s a dominant playmaker you have to circle every snap as an offense.“

Bacon has picked up offers from South Carolina, Colorado, Ohio State, and more this offseason. It’ll be exciting watching where he ends up soon, he’s seriously talented.

Check out some of Bacon’s tape below:

Tyson Bacon Tyson Bacon 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Hoover | 2026 State AL is a dominant DL out of Hoover who really found his footing this past season and became one of the top prospects in our state’s 2026 class. After we first laid eyes on him earlier last year, it was pretty clear he was going to eventually be recruited at a high level. Now a Tennessee commit- Bacon has proved that. Bacon is explosive off the line of scrimmage, plays with a ton of speed, power, and quickness, and is an aggressive pursuer of the ball carrier that doesn’t allow for any big carries on his side of the line. Bacon causes a ton of chaos in the trenches- he can completely overpower offensive linemen with his size and strength and is constantly applying pressure or placing hits on opposing QBs. Bacon had a massive season last fall where he was constantly in the opposing backfield, racking up tackles for loss, pressures, and sacks. With how well he’s played Bacon’s name has exploded in the recruiting world- just in the past few days he’s picked up offers from Auburn, Alabama, West Virginia, and plenty more. Be sure to keep your eyes on Bacon going forward- he’s a dominant player and has already impressed a lot of high-level collegiate programs.

Bacon is a well-rounded lineman who combines size, strength, and athleticism, making him a versatile player on the defensive front. His speed and agility give him the edge as a pass rusher, while his technique in tackling adds to his effectiveness as a run-stopper. Bacon’s football instincts and awareness allow him to make adjustments mid-play, often putting him in the right position. He’s a high-motor player with a physical playing style that energizes his teammates. His skill set and athletic profile make him an exciting prospect for top D1 programs.

Tyson Bacon Tyson Bacon 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Hoover | 2026 State AL  is a talented defensive end out of Hoover that has played at a really high level for his defense this season. Bacon is explosive off the edge and can make a ton of plays in the backfield, it doesn’t matter if it’s against the run or pass, he finds ways to get involved and make an impact on the play. Bacon is great against the run, at his size he is an aggressive pursuer of the ball carrier that doesn’t quit on plays and frequently makes huge tackles. Bacon is also a force in the trenches- he consistently overpowers offensive linemen with his strength and speed to generate pressure and take down the quarterback. Bacon has shown a ton of great things on tape this season, he’s taken Hoover’s defensive front to the next level this fall and shows no signs of slowing down. With how well he’s played, Bacon has started seeing some collegiate attention head his way- just this past week he picked up an offer from Memphis! Keep track of Bacon for the rest of this season, he’s been a huge part of Hoover’s defensive success and is a fun prospect to watch!