Vote for top Mississippi high school football athlete for upcoming 2025 MHSAA, MAIS season
Mississippi's High School Football Phenoms: Cast Your Vote!
Who reigns supreme in the gridiron? Mississippi high school fans have their say as they vote for the top football athlete entering the 2025 season.
The Contenders:
Braylen Bedford, Vardaman: A freshman force to be reckoned with, Bedford racked up 1,260 all-purpose yards and a staggering 15 touchdowns last year. His defensive prowess added another layer, as he amassed 67 tackles. Powerhouse programs like Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Texas A&M, and Tennessee are already vying for his talent.
Zialis Blackmon, Biggersville: This three-star recruit according to 247Sports dominated the field with an impressive 2,137 all-purpose yards and a jaw-dropping 29 total touchdowns in his previous season.
Quentin Carter, Charleston: A multi-faceted threat, Carter contributed 1,486 all-purpose yards and 15 touchdowns while also leading the defense with 28 tackles and two interceptions.
Javarious Griffin Jr., Cleveland Central: This dynamic athlete showcased his skills on both sides of the ball, recording 756 all-purpose yards, including seven receiving touchdowns and five rushing TDs. His talents have caught the attention of Ole Miss, Tulane, Vanderbilt, and Mississippi State among others.
Gavin Howard, Holmes County Central: This three-star recruit made a significant impact with nine total touchdowns and an impressive 1,599 all-purpose yards. His special teams prowess added another dimension, as he recorded 24 total returns.
Jeremiah Harkins, New Hope: Committed to Middle Tennessee State, this three-star recruit and the No. 64 player in the state helped lead New Hope to an 8-3 record last season.
Ian Harlan, Ocean Springs: Harlan showcased his versatility with 245 all-purpose yards, eight tackles, and three total touchdowns.
...and More!
The competition continues with a host of talented athletes vying for the top spot: Jermaine Jackson, O'Mari Johnson, DJ McNair, Ja'Kayden Moore, Liam Schwartz, Khylan Sinegal, Jaiden Taylor, Justin Verner, Jordan Virgess, Landon Thompson, Xzavier Webber, and Drew Winfun.
Cast Your Vote:
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Voting closes at noon on Sunday. Vote once per hour per device.