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 2026 Offensive Line Recruits Commit to Power Programs
A look at the nation’s most coveted offensive line commitments for the 2026 class, highlighting key players, programs and the impact on future NFL talent.
Aug 12, 2026
Florida High School Athletic Association Launches New Open Division Football Format
The Florida High School Athletic Association introduces an Open Division featuring a round‑robin pool followed by a single‑elimination bracket, spotlighting powerhouse teams and their key players as they vie for the inaugural title.
Jul 27, 2026
Andy’s 2026 High School Football Preseason Top 25 Rankings
Andy’s updated preseason top 25 high school football rankings for 2026 spotlight the nation’s elite programs, key returning players and the impact of transfers ahead of the upcoming season.
Jul 26, 2026
Preseason Super 25 Rankings: IMG Academy Tops National High School Football List
USA TODAY Sports releases its preseason Super 25 high school football rankings, highlighting Florida’s IMG Academy at No. 1 and a diverse set of teams from 11 states, along with the star players and emerging storylines that will shape the upcoming season.
Jul 24, 2026
Summer Recruiting Surge: How Coaches and Prospects Shape the 2027 Class
Key storylines include Oregon’s lead in Big Ten recruiting, first‑year coaches landing elite quarterbacks, Nebraska’s rebound, and Texas A&M’s unprecedented class, while uncommitted stars like Monshun Sales loom large.
Jul 10, 2026
SEC Leads 2027 Recruiting Race with Ten Teams in Top 25
Early commitments reveal a deep pool of talent headed to SEC programs, highlighted by Texas A&M's six five-star signees and a host of other standout recruits.
Jul 7, 2026
Ohio State’s 2027 Football Recruiting Class Slides to No. 7 as Rivals Rank Oregon and Texas Ahead
Ohio State’s 2027 recruiting class has dropped from No. 5 to No. 7 in the latest Rivals rankings, overtaken by Oregon and Texas. Key prospects remain, but the class lacks the volume of blue‑chip commits that propelled rivals forward.
Jul 6, 2026
Texas A&M’s 2027 Recruiting Class Tops 247Sports Rankings
Texas A&M’s 2027 football recruiting class has surged to the top of the 247Sports composite rankings, driven by a wave of high‑profile commitments and a strong pipeline of talent.
Jul 2, 2026
Florida’s 2027 Recruiting Class Slides to No. 7 as Rivals Make Gains
The Gators' recruiting score dipped to 91.428, dropping two spots, while Texas A&M holds the top spot with a deep class of five‑star talent.
Jul 1, 2026
Southwest Florida’s Basketball Legends: 25 Players Who Shaped Two Decades of Talent
A look at the 25 most influential boys basketball players from Southwest Florida over the past 25 years, their high school feats, college journeys, and overseas careers.
Jun 29, 2026
Southwest Florida’s Basketball Legends: 25 Players Who Shaped Two Decades of High School Excellence
Over the past 25 years, Southwest Florida high schools have produced a remarkable roster of boys basketball talent, many of whom have excelled at the college level and beyond.
Jun 29, 2026
Four-Star Wide Receiver Eric McFarland III Commits to Texas A&M Class of 2027
Eric McFarland III, a four‑star prospect from IMG Academy, announced his commitment to Texas A&M over Florida and Georgia, citing the team's recent rally and a strong bond with offensive coordinator Holmon Wiggins.
Jun 29, 2026
Ohio State’s 2027 Football Recruiting Class Slips to No. 11
Ohio State's 2027 recruiting class dropped from No. 5 to No. 11 in ESPN's latest rankings, reflecting a shifting power balance in college football.
Jun 26, 2026
Five-Star Interior Lineman Albert Simien Commits to Notre Dame, Boosts Aggies’ Top Recruiting Class
Five-star interior offensive lineman Albert Simien chose Notre Dame over Texas A&M, Nebraska and LSU, while the Aggies continue to hold the nation's strongest recruiting class.
Jun 26, 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
Florida’s Elite Talent Fuels Top College Football Recruiting Classes
Top programs are leveraging Florida's deep pool of high‑rated prospects, with Texas A&M securing the nation's No. 1 class and Miami close behind.
Jun 18, 2026
Florida’s Elite Talent Shapes National Recruiting Landscape
From Texas A&M's twin No.1 recruits to Miami's surge, Florida's top 100 prospects are driving the nation's 2027 class rankings.
Jun 18, 2026
Five-Star Interior Lineman Albert Simien Narrows His College Choice to LSU and Texas A&M
With only two programs left in the running, Simien's commitment could heavily influence the 2027 offensive line landscape.
Jun 17, 2026
Preseason Top 25 High School Football Rankings Reveal Early Contenders for 2026
The first edition of the 2026 Way‑Too‑Early Top 25 high school football rankings has been released, blending objective ratings with expert analysis. DeSoto (TX) leads the Massey Ratings, while St. Frances Academy (MD) tops the author’s subjective ranking. The list also features IMG Academy, St. John Bosco, St. Thomas Aquinas and Santa Margarita Catholic among the top five.
Jun 16, 2026
Florida’s 2027 Football Recruits: New Faces Shake Up Top 100 Rankings
The latest USA TODAY Florida Network Top 100 rankings reveal eight new entrants, a reshaped top ten, and commitments from several of the state's elite prospects ahead of the August update.
Jun 9, 2026
Florida’s Top 100 Football Recruits Shuffle After Spring Evaluations
The latest USA TODAY Florida Top 100 rankings reveal dramatic movement among the state's premier prospects, with several commits already decided on their collegiate destinations.
Jun 9, 2026
Florida’s 2027 Football Recruits Rearrange as Commitments Roll In
The latest USA TODAY Florida Top 100 rankings for the class of 2027 have reshaped the state's recruiting landscape, with several players climbing the ladder and announcing their college choices.
Jun 9, 2026
St. Thomas Aquinas Raiders Poised for Undefeated 2026 Season in Historic Open Division Debut
The Raiders, led by standout prospects Mark Matthews, Julius Jones and Zayden Gamble, open the 2026 season with a game‑by‑game forecast that predicts a flawless regular campaign and a shot at the inaugural Open Division title.
Jun 7, 2026