Pittman’s Pocket: Top HBCU Recruits to Watch: 2026–2027 Recruiting Class Spotlight

High School & JUCO Prospects (2026–2027 Recruiting Class)

Donteis Austin – WR, 5’9”, 155 lbs, Wiregrass Ranch HS (FL), Class of 2027
Quick, versatile receiver with sharp route-running skills.

Kamarjay Lavoie – CB/RB, 6’2”, 196 lbs, St. Michael Catholic HS (AL), Class of 2026
Athletic two-way player with size and playmaking ability.

Rodney Hines – WR/FS, 6’1”, 180 lbs, Putnam County HS (GA), Class of 2026
Dynamic field threat on both offense and defense.

Joshua Coleman – DT/DE, 6’2”, 300 lbs, Sumter County HS (GA), Class of 2026
Stout interior lineman with size, strength, and raw potential.

Jakohri Johnson – NG/DT, 6’2”, 290 lbs, Duncanville HS (TX), Class of 2026
Strong, versatile interior lineman ideal for HBCU defensive fronts.

Dylan Williams – DT/MLB, 6’2”, 295 lbs, Duncanville HS (TX), Class of 2026
Powerful defensive line prospect with potential as a linebacker hybrid.

Tyrese Cathey – DE, 6’2”, 280 lbs, Northeast Mississippi CC (MS), Class of 2026
JUCO edge rusher with size and immediate developmental upside.

Omari Woodard – WR/FS, 6’5”, 175 lbs, Sumter County HS (GA), Class of 2026
Tall, versatile athlete with upside on both sides of the ball.

Corion Powers – OLB, 6’2”, 205 lbs, Dodge City CC (KS), Class of 2024
JUCO edge linebacker with speed, experience, and developmental potential.