{
  "id": 1276532,
  "title": "USA TODAY Sports preseason All-America High School Football Team revealed",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/usa-today-sports-preseason-all-america-high-school-football-team",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T13:30:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/usa-today-sports-preseason-america-133035988.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "With the 2026 football season just around the corner, USA TODAY Sports has unveiled its preseason All-America High School Football Team. This distinguished squad consists of 36 elite players who are anticipated to make a significant impact both now and in the future. The selection of these players took into account various aspects, such as their previous season performances, statistics, recruiting rankings, and predictions for their growth in the upcoming year.\n\nAmong the first-team offense, Elijah Haven from Dunham School in Baton Rouge, LA, leads the pack as the Quarterback. David Gabriel-Georges from Baylor School in Chattanooga, TN, takes the spotlight as the Running Back, while Kemon Spell from McKeesport in Pennsylvania also secures a spot. Roye Oliver III from Hamilton in Chandler, AZ, shines as the Wide Receiver, alongside Easton Royal from Brother Martin in New Orleans, LA. Ahmad Hudson from Ruston, LA, showcases his talent as the Tight End. Ismael Camara, Maxwell Hiller, Mark Matthews, and Kaeden Penny from various schools round out the offensive line.\n\nOn the defensive side, DJ Jacobs from Blessed Trinity Catholic in Roswell, GA, and Asher Ghioto from The Bolles School in Jacksonville, FL, make an impact as Defensive Linemen. KJ Green from Stephenson in Stone Mountain, GA, joins them, followed by Jalen Brewster from Cedar Hill in Texas, who is a key player on this team. Roman Igwebuike from Mount Carmel in Chicago, IL, leads the Linebackers, along with Kaden Henderson from Jesuit in Tampa, FL. Isaac McNeil from Vigor in Alabama and Cooper Witten from Liberty Christian in Argyle, TX, complete the defensive line.\n\nThe second-team offense features Quarterback Trae Taylor from Millard South in Omaha, NE, backed by Running Backs Ty Keys from Poplarville, MS, and SaRod Baker from DeSoto, TX. Wide Receivers Monshun Sales from Lawrence North in Indianapolis, IN, and Brysen Wright from Mandarin in Jacksonville, FL, add to the team's offensive prowess. Tight End Jaxon Dollar from East Lincoln in Denver, NC, and Offensive Lineman Kennedy Brown from Kingwood in Humble, TX, round out the second-team offense.\n\nThe second-team defense showcases Defensive Lineman Jaiden Bryant from Irmo in Columbia, SC, alongside Defensive Lineman Wyatt Smith from St. Thomas Aquinas in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Tyzon Swann from Henry E. Lackey in Indian Head, MD, and Anthony Sweeney from St. Frances Academy in Baltimore, MD, contribute to the defensive lineup. Linebackers Quinton Cypher from Millbrook in Raleigh, NC, and Brayton Feister from Massillon Washington in OH, further strengthen the second-team defense.\n\nThe third-team offense includes Quarterback Israel Adams from Montini Catholic in Arlington Heights, IL, joined by Running Backs Kingston Allen from Notre Dame Academy in Green Bay, WI, and Myson Johnson-Cook from East St. Louis, IL. Wide Receivers Nick Lennear from Carol City in Miami, FL, and Cedrick Simmons from Southside in Selma, AL, along with Tight End Seneca Driver from Boyle County in Danville, KY, form the third-team offense. Offensive Linemen James Halter from Central Catholic in Pittsburgh, PA, Caden Moss from Jackson Academy in MS, Elisha Mueller from St. John Bosco in Bellflower, CA, and Maui Tonata from Orem, UT, complete the third-team offensive line.\n\nOn the defensive third-team, Defensive Lineman Zyron Forstall from IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL, and Jalanie George from Desert Edge in Goodyear, AZ, prove their worth. James Pace III from DeMatha Catholic in Hyattsville, MD, and Zane Rowe from Guyer in Denton, TX, are essential members of this unit. Linebackers Taven Epps from Tustin, CA, and Jalaythan Mayfield from Lincolnton, NC, and Linebacker Nehemiah McCary from Maplesville, AL, further bolster the third-team defense. Cornerback Danny Lang from Mater Dei in Santa Ana, CA, and Safety Jaden Walk-Green from Centennial in Corona, CA, round out the defensive third-team unit.\n\nThis All-America team represents a diverse group of talented players, ready to make their mark on the field in the coming years. Fans can look forward to an exciting season as these athletes showcase their skills and potentially become household names in the world of high school football.",
  "summary": "The USA TODAY Sports All-America preseason team features elite high school football players around the country. See who made the list.",
  "key_points": [
    "36 elite players selected for 2026 preseason team",
    "Elijah Haven leads first-team offense as Quarterback",
    "Team represents diverse group of talented players"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}