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The 2026 class is just getting started with the recruiting process but there are already many storylines at every position. We continue a weeklong series breaking down the top players at each spot, now moving to linebackers.
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Whether he plays outside linebacker or comes off the edge to blitz, Atkinson has special qualities and a group of SEC schools are looking best. Georgia will be a tough team to beat for the Loganville (Ga.) Grayson four-star as there has been a long-standing interest in the Bulldogs and the development in Athens.
Auburn is also pushing very hard and meeting with the new Alabama coaching staff is definitely going to be a big deal.
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Better known as Tank, Jones is a special prospect with size and length and definitely will receive five-star consideration as the 2026 cycle continues. Auburn, LSU, Alabama and Georgia are the four frontrunners for the Mobile (Ala.) St. Paul standout. At different times, each of those SEC programs seemed to hold the edge.
LSU might have a slight lead right now but getting to know that new Alabama staff is important. Auburn and Georgia are definitely right there.
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Texas, Tennessee and USC are the…
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Publish date : 2024-03-09 13:35:43
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