Notable athletes such as Caleb Downs (2022), Travis Hunter (2021), Micah Parsons (2017), Bijan Robinson (2019), Jeremiah Smith (2023), and Puka Nacua (2018) have made their mark by being named to the All-America Team over the past ten years.

Highlighting the 60 athletes chosen for the 2024 All-America Team are Quentin Gibson from North Crowley (Fort Worth, Texas), Keelon Russell from Duncanville (Texas), and Luke Nickel from Milton (Ga.).

Check out: High School Football Players of the Year by State

Gibson guided North Crowley to a perfect 16-0 season and a Class 6A Division 1 state championship. As a senior wide receiver, he amassed 93 receptions, 2,009 yards, and 36 touchdowns, contributing to the team’s ranking as No. 3 nationally. His accomplishments now place him alongside Bru McCoy as the only wide receiver to be designated as the National Player of the Year.

Russell led Duncanville to an impressive 13-1 record and secured a No. 6 national ranking. The quarterback, who is headed to Alabama, totaled 4,177 passing yards and threw for 55 touchdowns this season.

Nickel played a crucial role in Milton’s back-to-back state titles in Georgia, throwing for 3,743 yards and achieving 44 touchdowns. His efforts helped the Eagles finish with a flawless 15-0 record and rank No. 2 nationally.

Continue reading for a detailed overview of the best in high school football from the 2024 season.

2024 All-America Football Team

First team offense

QB — Keelon Russell, Duncanville (Texas)

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 175
• Status: Signed with Alabama | Class: Senior (2025)

Concluded his high school career with 10,919 total yards and 127 touchdowns while leading the Panthers to an outstanding record of 42-2 and two Class 6A Division 1 state championships.

QB — Luke Nickel, Milton (Ga.)

• Height: 6-2 | Weight: 215
• Status: Signed with Miami | Class: Senior (2025)

Recognized as the Georgia Player of the Year, he completed 21 of 22 passes for 413 yards and four touchdowns in a thrilling 56-35 victory over Langston Hughes (Fairburn) during the AAAAA state championship game.

QB — Julian Lewis, Carrollton (Ga.)

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 185
• Status: Signed with Colorado | Class: Senior (2025)

Wrapped up the season with 3,798 yards and 48 touchdowns, completing an impressive 75.6 percent of his passes as the AAAAAA state runner-up.

RB — Alvin Henderson, Elba (Ala.)

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 200
• Status: Signed with Auburn | Class: Senior (2025)

Nabbed the title of Alabama Player of the Year after rushing for 3,620 yards and hitting the end zone 61 times.

RB — Jordon Davison, Mater Dei (Santa Ana, Calif.)

• Height: 6-0 | Weight: 205
• Status: Signed with Oregon | Class: Senior (2025)

Named California Player of the Year, he rushed for 1,233 yards and scored 19 touchdowns for the nation’s top-ranked team.

RB — Gideon Davidson, Liberty Christian (Lynchburg, Va.)

• Height: 6-0 | Weight: 195
• Status: Signed with Clemson | Class: Senior (2025)

A two-time Virginia Player of the Year, he recorded 2,346 rushing yards and reached pay dirt 37 times while leading the Bulldogs to a second consecutive Class 3 state title.

WR — Quentin Gibson, North Crowley (Fort Worth, Texas)

• Height: 5-9 | Weight: 165
• Status: Signed with Colorado | Class: Senior (2025)

In the state’s record books, he ranks ninth with 2,009 receiving yards and fourth with 36 touchdown catches.

WR — Jayvan Boggs, Cocoa (Fla.)

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 200
• Status: Signed with Florida State | Class: Senior (2025)

Concluded his senior year with 99 receptions, 2,133 yards, and 21 touchdowns, helping the team secure the 2A state title.

WR — Dakorien Moore, Duncanville

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 185
• Status: Signed with Oregon | Class: Senior (2025)

Ended his season with 74 receptions for 1,460 yards and scored 19 touchdowns.

TE — Ethan Barbour, Milton

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 235
• Status: Signed with Georgia | Class: Senior (2025)

This four-star tight end recorded 51 catches for 989 yards and 12 touchdowns, in addition to four rushing touchdowns.

OL — Jackson Cantwell, Nixa (Mo.)

• Height: 6-7 | Weight: 305
• Status: Uncommitted | Class: Junior (2026)

Missouri Player of the Year, he was a force in the trenches for the Class 6A state runner-up.

OL — David Sanders, Providence Day (Charlotte, N.C.)

• Height: 6-6 | Weight: 290
• Status: Signed with Tennessee | Class: Senior (2025)

This five-star offensive tackle excelled both offensively and defensively for one of the state’s elite teams.

OL — S.J. Alofaituli, Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas)

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 280
• Status: Signed with Miami | Class: Senior (2025)

Instrumental in creating opportunities for one of the most high-powered offenses in high school football.

OL — Michael Carroll, IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.)

• Height: 6-6 | Weight: 315
• Status: Signed with Alabama | Class: Senior (2025)

Impressive performances against top competition earned him recognition for the No. 17 team in the Top 25.

OL — Kodi Greene, Mater Dei

• Height: 6-6 | Weight: 285
• Status: Committed to Oregon | Class: Junior (2026)

Provided key contributions for one of the most dominant offensive lines in the country.

AP — Malachi Toney, American Heritage (Plantation, Fla.)

• Height: 5-10 | Weight: 185
• Status: Signed with Miami | Class: Senior (2025)

Florida Player of the Year, he stepped in at quarterback during the playoffs, successfully guiding the Patriots to their first state title since 2020.

K — Dillon Curtis, Murray (Utah)

• Height: 6-2 | Weight: 185
• Status: Signed with Utah | Class: Senior (2025)

He led the nation with 21 successful field goals, breaking the state record with a remarkable 63-yarder.

First team defense

DL — Bryce Davis, Grimsley (Greensboro, N.C.)

• Height: 6-4 | Weight: 245
• Status: Signed with Duke | Class: Senior (2025)

He tallied 125 tackles, 37 tackles for loss, 27 sacks, and forced five fumbles, playing a vital role for the 4A state champions.

DL — Tomuhini Topui, Mater Dei

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 320
• Status: Committed to Oregon | Class: Junior (2026)

Made a significant mark in the trenches for one of the nation’s elite defenses.

DL — Jaden Williams, Mission Viejo (Calif.)

• Height: 6-4 | Weight: 255
• Status: Signed with Boise State | Class: Senior (2025)

Accumulated 105 tackles, 44.5 tackles for loss, and 23 sacks for the No. 16 team in the Top 25.

DL — Jourdin Crawford, Parker (Birmingham, Ala.)

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 300
• Status: Signed with Auburn | Class: Senior (2025)

Guided the Thundering Herd to their first state championship, recording 84 tackles, 23.5 tackles for loss, and 11 sacks.

LB — Tyler Atkinson, Grayson (Loganville, Ga.)

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 205
• Status: Uncommitted | Class: Junior (2026)

A sideline-to-sideline linebacker with 166 tackles, 32 for loss, and 13 sacks for AAAAAA state champions.

LB — Elliott Schaper, Westlake (Austin, Texas)

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 210
• Status: Signed with Duke | Class: Senior (2025)

Displayed impressive agility on defense, amassing 128 tackles, 28 tackles for loss, and 12 sacks for Class 6A Division 1 state runners-up.

LB — Madden Faraimo, JSerra Catholic (San Juan Capistrano)

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 230
• Status: Signed with Notre Dame | Class: Senior (2025)

Distinguished himself in the most competitive league in the nation, accumulating 125 tackles.

DB — Devin Sanchez, North Shore (Houston)

• Height: 6-2 | Weight: 170
• Status: Signed with Ohio State | Class: Senior (2025)

Quarterbacks seldom targeted him as he helped lead the Mustangs to a 14-1 season.

DB — Blake Woodby, St. Frances Academy (Baltimore)

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 175
• Status: Signed with Auburn | Class: Senior (2025)

Faced top-notch competition and excelled throughout his senior year.

DB — Daryus Dixson, Mater Dei

• Height: 6-0 | Weight: 180
• Status: Signed with Penn State | Class: Senior (2025)

A tough cornerback who made 36 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, one sack, and three interceptions for the National Champs.

DB — Anquon Fegans, Thompson (Alabaster, Ala.)

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 180
• Status: Signed with Auburn | Class: Senior (2025)

As a safety, he amassed 81 tackles, nine tackles for loss, and six interceptions for the 7A state champions.

AP — Naeem Offord, Parker

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 185
• Status: Signed with Oregon | Class: Senior (2025)

Had a significant impact across all facets for the 6A state champions.

P — Erik Schmidt, Marquette University (Milwaukee, Wis.)

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 200
• Status: Committed to Notre Dame | Class: Senior (2025)

Averaged 45.5 yards on punts while successfully making 9 of 12 field goal attempts.

Second Team Offense

QB — Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, Campbell (Ewa Beach, Hawaii)

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 210
• Status: Committed to Cal | Class: Senior (2025)

Became Hawaii’s all-time passing record holder after throwing for 3,404 yards and 46 touchdowns this past season.

QB — Malik Washington, Archbishop Spalding (Severn, Md.)

• Height: 6-5 | Weight: 215
• Status: Signed with Maryland | Class: Senior (2025)

Chosen as the Maryland Player of the Year, he spearheaded the Cavaliers to their first undefeated season in 18 years, finishing at No. 10 in the final Top 25.

QB — Chris Jimerson Jr., North Crowley

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 175
• Status: Signed with North Texas | Class: Senior (2025)

Threw for 3,769 yards and 58 touchdowns, while also adding 777 rushing yards and six more touchdowns.

RB — J.T. Lindsey, Alexandria (La.)

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 185
• Status: Signed with LSU | Class: Senior (2025)

Named Louisiana Player of the Year, he rushed for 2,476 yards and scored 33 touchdowns for the Division 1 Select state runners-up.

RB — Dierre Hill Jr., Althoff Catholic (Belleville, Ill.)

• Height: 6-0 | Weight: 190
• Status: Signed with Oregon | Class: Senior (2025)

Illinois Player of the Year concluded his remarkable career with 518 total yards and seven touchdowns in a 57-14 state championship game victory over Lena-Winslow (Lena).

RB — Byron Louis, American Heritage

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 200
• Status: Signed with Florida | Class: Senior (2025)

Played an integral part for the nationally-recognized Patriots, amassing 1,719 yards and 16 touchdowns.

WR — Talyn Taylor, Geneva (Ill.)

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 175
• Status: Signed with Georgia | Class: Senior (2025)

Accumulated 84 receptions for 1,617 yards and 24 touchdowns for the Class 6A state runners-up.

WR — C.J. Wiley, Milton

• Height: 6-4 | Weight: 195
• Status: Signed with Georgia | Class: Senior (2025)

Led state champions in receptions (62), receiving yards (1,122), and receiving touchdowns (15).

WR — Winston Watkins Jr., Venice (Fla.)

• Height: 5-10 | Weight: 180
• Status: Signed with Ole Miss | Class: Senior (2025)

Showcased versatility by excelling in various roles for the 7A state champions, completing 94 catches for 1,151 yards and 17 touchdowns, in addition to 22 carries for 110 yards and eight more touchdowns, along with 24 tackles and two interceptions on defense.

TE — Mark Bowman, Mater Dei

• Height: 6-5 | Weight: 225
• Status: Uncommitted | Class: Sophomore (2027)

The only sophomore to make the list, he recorded 32 receptions for 435 yards and eight touchdowns while demonstrating strong blocking skills.

OL — Douglas Utu, Bishop Gorman

• Height: 6-4 | Weight: 320
• Status: Signed with Oregon | Class: Senior (2025)

Had a significant impact in the trenches for the No. 4 team in the Top 25.

OL — Zion Finau, Corner Canyon (Draper, Utah)

• Height: 6-2 | Weight: 290
• Status: Uncommitted | Class: Senior (2025)

Utah Player of the Year and a standout leader in one of the nation’s premier offensive lines.

12 rushing scores.

OL — Henry Fenuku, North Crowley

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 285
• Status: Signed with Missouri | Class: Senior (2025)

The Panthers emerged as one of the top-scoring teams nationwide, averaging 54 points per game, with Fenuku being a crucial contributor to that achievement.

OL — Brayden Jacobs, Milton

• Height: 6-7 | Weight: 310
• Status: Signed with Clemson | Class: Senior (2025)

Had an impressive season as a key player in one of high school football’s most balanced offenses.

OL — Will Black, Choate Rosemary Hall School (Wallingford, Conn.)

• Height: 6-7 | Weight: 295
• Status: Signed with Notre Dame | Class: Senior (2025)

Excelled for a team that went undefeated, outpacing opponents with a score of 370 to 47.

AP — Montavin Quisenberry, Boyle County (Danville, Ky.)

• Height: 5-10 | Weight: 175
• Status: Signed with Kentucky | Class: Senior (2025)

The Kentucky Player of the Year showcased versatility, finding the end zone in five different ways this season.

K — Brett Fitzgerald, Colquitt County (Moultrie, Ga.)

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 185
• Status: Uncommitted | Class: Senior (2025)

Concluded his career with the second-highest number of field goals in state history at 47, successfully kicking 12 of 14 attempts in his senior year.

Second team defense

DL — Nasir Wyatt, Mater Dei

• Height: 6-2 | Weight: 220
• Status: Signed with Oregon | Class: Senior (2025)

Led the nation’s top-ranked team with an impressive 14 tackles for loss and 11 sacks.

DL — Jared Smith, Thompson

• Height: 6-6 | Weight: 235
• Status: Signed with Auburn | Class: Senior (2025)

Accumulated 89 tackles, 22 tackles for loss, and 10.5 sacks for the 7A state champions.

DL — Javion Hilson, Cocoa

• Height: 6-3 | Weight: 235
• Status: Signed with Missouri | Class: Senior (2025)

Contributed significantly to the Tigers’ third consecutive state championship with 86 tackles, 30 tackles for loss, and 18 sacks.

DL — Zion Grady, Enterprise (Ala.)

• Height: 6-4 | Weight: 235
• Status: Signed with Ohio State | Class: Senior (2025)

Recorded 70 tackles, 28 tackles for loss, and 14 sacks, helping lead the Wildcats to the 7A semifinals.

LB — Riley Pettijohn, McKinney (Texas)

• Height: 6-1.5 | Weight: 215
• Status: Signed with Ohio State | Class: Senior (2025)

This sideline-to-sideline linebacker amassed 136 tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss, and 5.5 sacks in his final season.

LB — Bryce Deas, St. Frances Academy

• Height: 6-2 | Weight: 215
• Status: Signed with Auburn | Class: Senior (2025)

Made a significant impact on both offense and defense for his team, currently ranked No. 8 in the Top 25.

LB — Nehemiah Borner, Duncanville

• Height: 5-11 | Weight: 200
• Status: Signed with Lamar | Class: Senior (2025)

As the Panthers’ leading defender, he totaled 163 tackles, 21.5 tackles for loss, and 8 sacks.

DB — Ben Hanks Jr., Booker T. Washington (Miami)

• Height: 6-1 | Weight: 170
• Status: Signed with Florida | Class: Senior (2025)

This ball-hawking cornerback set the Miami-Dade County record by picking off 13 passes.

DB — Faheem Delane, Good Counsel (Olney, Md.)

• Height: 6-2 | Weight: 195
• Status: Signed with Ohio State | Class: Senior (2025)

A versatile safety who made 97 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, and 3 interceptions against challenging WCAC opponents.

DB — Dijon Lee Jr., Mission Viejo

• Height: 6-4 | Weight: 190
• Status: Signed with Alabama | Class: Senior (2025)

Had a remarkable season for the No. 16 ranked team in the Top 25, finishing with 52 tackles and 4 interceptions.

DB — D.J. Pickett, Zephyrhills (Fla.)

• Height: 6-4 | Weight: 180
• Status: Signed with LSU | Class: Senior (2025)

A standout on both ends of the field, he recorded 29 tackles and 5 interceptions, alongside 35 receptions for 658 yards and 8 touchdowns offensively.

AP — Mark Zackery, Ben Davis (Indianapolis)

• Height: 6-0 | Weight: 165
• Status: Signed with Notre Dame | Class: Senior (2025)

The Indiana Player of the Year achieved 62 tackles and 8 interceptions while also contributing offensively with 58 catches for 1,036 yards and 12 touchdowns.

P — Nikola Dugandzic, New Trier (Winnetka, Ill.)

• Height: 6-5 | Weight: 205
• Status: Signed with Northwestern | Class: Senior (2025)

Averaged 43.7 yards per punt and was successful on 6 of 9 field goal attempts.