USA TODAY Sports Announces 2026 Preseason All‑America High School Football Team
USA TODAY Sports has revealed its 2026 preseason All‑America high school football squad, recognizing 36 elite athletes poised to shape the upcoming season.
Aug 16, 2026
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Top 15 High School Defensive Linemen Set to Dominate the 2026 Season
The 2026 recruiting cycle showcases a deep pool of defensive line talent, with commitments, uncommitted battles and standout performances shaping the future of college football.
Aug 13, 2026
A’mir Sears Commits to Miami, Bolstering 2027 Defensive Backfield
Five-star cornerback A'mir Sears announced his pledge to the University of Miami after moving from the 2028 to the 2027 recruiting cycle, joining a class that already boasts multiple top-rated defensive backs.
Jul 31, 2026
Midlands High School Football Eyes 2026 State Crowns
The 2026 season in South Carolina’s Midlands promises drama as Dutch Fork, led by veteran coach Tom Knotts and a roster brimming with talent, aims for its fifth consecutive title. Meanwhile, Irmo, moving down to Class 4A, hopes to end a 46‑year drought, and a wave of new head coaches, including former Gamecocks assistants, add fresh intrigue.
Jul 30, 2026
Penn State’s 2027 Football Recruiting Class Slips as Rivals Secure Top Prospects
A cascade of high‑profile flips has sent Penn State's 2027 class tumbling in the Composite rankings, while other programs consolidate their positions at the top.
Jul 28, 2026
Florida’s Football Recruiting Shifts Beyond State Borders
Traditional hotbeds are adapting to a national recruiting landscape driven by name, image and likeness opportunities.
Jul 7, 2026
Five-Star Cornerback Joshua Dobson Commits to South Carolina, Redefining the Gamecocks’ Future
Joshua Dobson, a five-star 2027 cornerback prospect, chose the University of South Carolina over several powerhouse programs, citing development and relationships as decisive factors. His commitment arrives as the Gamecocks look to climb from a 57th national ranking toward a new era of recruiting success.
Jul 2, 2026
Top Edge Rusher David D.J. Jacobs Jr. Still Undecided as Miami and Georgia Vie for Commitment
David D.J. Jacobs Jr., the nation’s leading edge rusher, remains uncommitted to Ohio State as Miami and Georgia intensify their pursuit, leveraging family ties and a history of flipping elite prospects.
Jul 1, 2026
Top Prospects Flip Commitments in 2027 Recruiting Cycle
Eleven of the top 100 prospects have switched commitments, with Miami securing several high‑profile flips, including Donte Wright and Jaiden Bryant, while other stars reshuffle across the nation.
Jul 1, 2026
Top College Football Programs Dominate June Recruiting
In June, three powerhouse programs secured major commitments, reshaping the 2027 class and setting the stage for future battles.
Jun 30, 2026
2027 College Football Recruiting Rankings Shift as NIL Reshapes Commitments
A look at the latest commitments, state‑by‑state breakthroughs and the growing influence of name, image and likeness deals on the next generation of quarterbacks.
Jun 24, 2026
Top 2027 High School Football Seniors Lock In College Destinations
As the official visit season wraps up, the nation’s highest‑rated seniors in the Class of 2027 have announced their college commitments, setting the stage for a new wave of talent on campus this fall.
Jun 23, 2026
Top 2027 Defender Abraham Sesay Jr. Narrows College Choices
A 6‑foot‑5, 225‑pound pass rusher from Downingtown East has trimmed his list to five programs and will reveal his decision later this month after an official visit to Florida State.
Jun 10, 2026
LSU Secures Commitment from Four-Star Wide Receiver Cade Cooper
Four-star wideout Cade Cooper chooses LSU over Ole Miss and Ohio State, bolstering a class that has weathered recent de‑commitments.
Jun 9, 2026
LSU Secures Top Recruits in 2027 Class, Eyes Top‑10 Finish
LSU’s 2027 recruiting class has risen to No. 24 nationally and ninth in the SEC, bolstered by high‑profile commitments that could reshape the roster.
Jun 8, 2026
Recruiting Rivals Rise as 2027 Class Takes Shape
Early June 2026 sees a reshuffling of the 2027 recruiting landscape, with Ohio State slipping, while UCLA, Clemson and Miami climb, highlighted by key flips such as Jaiden Bryant.
Jun 8, 2026
LSU Secures Top Edge Rusher KJ Green and Running Back Brennen Lacey in Recruiting Boost
Five‑star edge rusher KJ Green and three‑star running back Brennen Lacey have pledged to LSU, reinforcing a class that already shows promise under head coach Lane Kiffin.
Jun 8, 2026
Five-Star Defensive End KJ Green Commits to LSU, Elevating 2027 Recruiting Class
KJ Green, a top‑ranked defensive end, pledged to the Tigers after LSU lost a coveted recruit to Miami, signaling a strong start to Coach Lane Kiffin’s first full recruiting cycle.
Jun 8, 2026
LSU Secures Brennen Lacey Commitment Amid Recruiting Overhaul
LSU's 2027 recruiting class gains a top Texas prospect while the staff navigates a high‑profile flip and a recent coaching addition.
Jun 7, 2026
K.J. Green Commits to LSU, Elevating 2027 Recruiting Class
Five‑star edge rusher K.J. Green announced his decision to join LSU, choosing the Tigers over a slate of powerhouse programs that included Alabama, Georgia, Texas and Oregon. The commitment lifts LSU’s 2027 class into the top‑50 nationally and adds to a growing wave of high‑profile recruits.
Jun 7, 2026
Ezekiel Ayangbile Stands by Miami Commitment Amid NIL Debate
Ezekiel Ayangbile, a four-star defensive lineman committed to the Miami Hurricanes, has clarified that his decision was driven by passion for the game and the program's trajectory, not by name, image and likeness (NIL) offers.
Jun 6, 2026
Four-Star Receiver Quentin Hale Commits to USC Trojans
Quentin Hale, a highly ranked receiver from Corona Centennial, announced his commitment to USC, joining a rapidly expanding 2027 class that already includes standout recruits such as Roye Oliver III.
Jun 6, 2026
Miami Hurricanes’ Elite Recruiting Class Sets Sight on Championship
Miami's recent recruiting haul places the Hurricanes at the forefront of college football talent acquisition, securing five‑star prospects at quarterback, offensive line, defensive line, and cornerback.
Jun 6, 2026
Miami Hurricanes Climb to No. 3 in 2027 Recruiting Rankings as Texas A&M Holds the Lead
The 2027 college football recruiting cycle has produced dramatic shifts, with the Miami Hurricanes vaulting to third while Texas A&M retains the top spot, driven by a influx of elite prospects and strategic coaching moves.
Jun 6, 2026