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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Indiana and Penn State Break Into ESPN’s 2027 College Football Recruiting Rankings
ESPN has expanded its 2027 recruiting rankings to 30 teams, featuring Indiana at No. 27 and Penn State at No. 29. Indiana's first five‑star prospect and Penn State's rapid rebuild under Matt Campbell illustrate the shifting landscape of college football talent acquisition.
Jul 31, 2026
Monshun Sales Commits to Indiana University, Cementing a Historic Recruiting Class
The Indianapolis standout's decision marks Indiana's highest‑rated recruit ever and highlights the growing appeal of the Hoosiers' football program.
Jul 26, 2026
Top Returning Linebackers Set to Shape 2026 High School Football Season in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln Counties
A look at the top returning linebackers from Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties who are poised to dominate the 2026 high school football season.
Jun 29, 2026
Top Returning Linebackers in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln Counties Lead 2026 High School Football Season
The 2026 season opens on August 21, and several linebackers from Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties posted impressive 2025 statistics that have coaches and analysts eager to see their impact.
Jun 29, 2026
Cain Brackney Commits to Indiana, Shaking Up 2027 Recruiting Class
Class of 2027 linebacker Cain Brackney switches his pledge to Indiana University, joining a growing list of high‑profile commitments for the Hoosiers.
Jun 22, 2026
Indiana Secures Commitment of Top Linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield
Four-star linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield chooses Indiana over Miami and Georgia, highlighting the pivotal role of defensive coordinator Bryant Haines and the broader recruiting dynamics of the 2027 class.
Jun 20, 2026
Four‑Star Linebacker Commits to Indiana, Shunning SEC Powerhouses
Indiana University secures a high‑profile recruit as four‑star linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield pledges to the Hoosiers, rejecting offers from the University of Georgia and the University of Miami. His praise for Coach Curt Cignetti and the program’s track record highlights a shifting recruiting landscape.
Jun 19, 2026
Jalaythan Mayfield Commits to Indiana University
The highly rated 2027 linebacker chose Indiana over Power Five offers, citing player development and a promising class.
Jun 19, 2026
Jalaythan Mayfield Commits to Indiana University, Boosting 2027 Class
Jalaythan Mayfield, a 4‑star Rivals recruit, announced his pledge to Indiana University, elevating the program's 2027 class and underscoring the impact of player development on his decision.
Jun 19, 2026
Four-Star Linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield Commits to Indiana Hoosiers
Jalaythan Mayfield, a four-star linebacker from Lincolnton, North Carolina, announced his commitment to Indiana University on Friday, cementing the Hoosiers' latest recruiting coup.
Jun 19, 2026
Jalaythan Mayfield Commits to Indiana University, Choosing Hoosiers Over Georgia and Miami
The 2027 class gains a versatile playmaker as Jalaythan Mayfield selects Indiana over traditional powerhouses, underscoring the program's growth and ambition.
Jun 19, 2026
Four-star linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield eyes college decision
Jalaythan Mayfield, a top 2027 prospect, is set to reveal his college choice after official visits and a standout high school career.
Jun 16, 2026
Four-Star Linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield Commits to Indiana University
Jalaythan Mayfield, a conference defensive player of the year, announced his July 17 commitment to Indiana, elevating the Hoosiers' 2027 recruiting class to No. 29 nationally.
Jun 13, 2026
Top Linebacker Prospect Commits to Kentucky, Deal a Blow to Oregon’s 2027 Class
Drew Williams, the nation’s No. 41 linebacker, flips from Oregon to Kentucky, forcing the Ducks to adjust their 2027 recruiting strategy.
Jun 8, 2026
North Carolina’s 2027 Football Recruiting Class: Top Seats Hold, but Elite Talent Looks Beyond State Lines
The latest rankings reveal four North Carolina seniors locked in the national lead, yet commitments to Georgia, Oregon and Miami illustrate a shifting landscape.
May 26, 2026
North Carolina’s 2027 Football Elite: Top Recruits Shaping the Next Generation
A look at the leading high school football recruits from North Carolina in the 2027 class, their positions, commitments, and standout performances
May 23, 2026
North Carolina’s 2027 Football Elite: Top Prospects Shaping the Future
North Carolina continues to produce elite talent in the 2027 class, with nearly half of its top ten prospects ranked nationally. This article profiles key commitments, standout performances and the remaining uncommitted stars.
May 23, 2026