
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.
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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.

Despite recent successes, the 2026 Tulane Green Wave face a pivotal season marked by a new coaching staff, an unsettled quarterback race, and a developing offensive line, yet the defense offers a bright spot for fans.

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.
Spring practice has wrapped up across the Gainesville region, giving coaches a first chance to evaluate rosters. New faces like Cedderick Daniels and Ross Baker are getting their initial looks, while seasoned leaders such as Mark Whittemore and Ed Johnson assess progress. Standout programs including Buchholz and Newberry highlight emerging defensive talent and quarterback developments, setting the stage for the 2026 season.
With spring practice wrapped up, coaches from Buchholz, Newberry and surrounding schools are dissecting emerging defensive fronts, quarterback developments and challenging schedules that will shape the 2026 football landscape.

With spring practice winding down, Tulane's coaching staff is evaluating Kadin Semonza, Zeon Chriss‑Gremillion, Trace Johnson and Dagan Bruno for the coveted starting quarterback role.