The state’s top high school football teams open preseason with marquee matchups

High school football is entering a new phase as top teams begin their preseason with marquee matchups. In the Richmond region, the high school football transfer portal has become a widely accepted reality despite some criticism. Meanwhile, in Alabama, early evaluations are identifying the best quarterbacks within the 6A Public category for the 2026 season. These developments highlight current trends in player movement and talent identification across various state football programs.