As the summer heat settles over Mississippi, football programs are putting the final touches on preparations for the 2026 season. With training camps opening and schedules taking shape, the state’s top returning quarterbacks are already generating buzz.
Key Returning Quarterbacks
Jaden Allen of Brookhaven High emerged as a dual‑threat leader, throwing for 1,932 yards and adding 865 on the ground while scoring 39 total touchdowns. His contributions helped the team capture the MHSAA 5A championship.
Kross Avent from East Webster posted 1,797 passing yards and 25 total touchdowns, a performance that propelled his squad to the MHSAA 2A title.
Chase Craft at Heidelberg accumulated 2,867 passing yards and 1,025 rushing yards, contributing to a 52‑touchdown season that carried his team to the championship game.
Kingston Johnson of Starkville logged more than 3,000 yards of total offense, including 2,510 passing yards and 488 rushing yards, while reaching 25 touchdowns.
Nash Morgan from Warren Central combined 1,452 passing yards with 1,577 rushing yards, guiding his team to an MHSAA 6A championship.
Paris Trivillion of Pass Christian helped his team achieve a school‑record 11 victories, throwing for 2,570 yards and rushing for 1,120 yards while accounting for 49 total touchdowns.
Looking Ahead
The standout numbers have not gone unnoticed, as college programs across the country are beginning to take note of these athletes’ potential. Their performances set the stage for a competitive season that promises to reshape rankings and recruiting boards.