BY JESSE SMITHEY The 5Star Preps area has certainly been home to Mr. Football Kicker winners and contenders in the recent seasons, not to mention specialists who have gone on to star in the college ranks. Check out some of the guys this fall … [Read more...]

The 2026 5Star Preps High School Football Preview HUB Top Games to See in Month One | STORY A Look at the Class of 2028 Prospects | STORY The Class of 2027 Recruiting Board | STORY The 5Star Preps Preseason Rankings | STORY Scrimmage + … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY Lock-down corners. Punishing safeties. The last line of defense. Here are the top defensive backs in 5Star Preps heading into the 2026 high school football season. … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY If there's one position in the 5Star Preps area that college football programs have recruited hard of late, it's the linebacker spot. East Tennessee is loaded with next-level linebackers. Get to know some of the best heading … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY From edge rushers to the big interior tackles, these will be some of the top defensive linemen in the 5Star Preps coverage area heading into the 2026 high school football season. … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY Massive heights. Insane wingspans. Speed despite tremendous heft. Great offensive linemen can boggle the minds with their athletic feats at times. And the 5Star Preps area is covered up with highly capable ones this … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY With a few Power Four prospects mixed in with a group of all-state-capable tailbacks, this season’s stable of running backs from the 5Star Preps area should astound. Get in the know on who should shine toting the rock this … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY Some of the nation's top wide receiver and tight end prospects hail from right here in the 5Star Preps coverage area. But there are some newcomers and up-and-comers who could garner some limelight this fall, too. Get up to … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY Finding a good reliable QB1 is no easy task. The greater Knoxville area, though, has no shortage of them. From next-level commits and Mr. Football hopefuls to up-and-comers, here are some of the top quarterbacks to look for … [Read more...]

BY JESSE SMITHEY You won't have to wait long for the needle to be moved. The early weeks of the 2026 high school football season offer plenty to get your juices going. Here's a look at some big-time matchups in both Week 1 (Aug. 20-22) and … [Read more...]