Xavier Edwards, Athens - Prep Redzone

Xavier Edwards

Class: 2026
Position: RB
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 185
School: Athens

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Xavier

Edwards RB

Class

2026

Height

5'9"

Weight

185

HS

Athens

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Xavier Edwards

Xavier Edwards is an explosive back out of Athens who has quickly become one of my favorite RBs...

Written by Cooper Morreale

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Cooper Morreale

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

Xavier Edwards Xavier Edwards 5'9" | 185 lbs | RB Athens | 2026 State AL is an explosive back out of Athens who has quickly become one of my favorite RBs in the 2026 class.

Edwards is explosive out of the backfield, has terrific speed and acceleration, and can take carries upfield for huge gains within an instant. Edwards is really twitchy with the ball in his hands and does a great job of making defenders miss, he is terrific in the open field and consistently finds ways to leave defenders in the dust.

Edwards also has a reliable set of hands in the passing game and can use the same speed and twitch to make impressive plays after the catch, solidifying himself as a talented all-purpose back.

Edwards had a huge season last fall for Athens-ending his junior year with 117 carries for 977 yards and 14 touchdowns on the ground, and an additional 12 receptions for 189 yards as a receiver.

Edwards announced yesterday he had been reoffered by North Alabama! If there’s anyone derserving, Edwards is- he’s a talented back and deserves a lot more eyes.

Check out some of Edwards’ tape below, he’s a talented player with a huge senior year ahead.

Written 5 months ago