Jaylin Thomas

By Kennedy Ordish

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School: Elton High School

Position: DE and TE

Height: 6'2

Weight: 215

Class: 2026

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Jaylin Thomas is a 6’2”, 215 lb Defensive End and Tight End of Class of 2026 from Elton High School who had a standout season with 55 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, and 7 pass deflections, helping lead his team to a 9-4 record. Known for his ability to be coached and strong work ethic, Jaylin says he “loves” his current position and team environment, and lives by the mindset: “The only man that can stop you is you.” Though he hasn’t been recruited yet, his top college choices are Grambling State and LSU, drawn to the passionate Louisiana football culture. Off the field, he stays locked in with regular workouts and plans to major in Kinesiology. A fan of the Ravens, Lions, and Bills, Jaylin brings the same toughness and grit to every snap. He’s not committed yet,  but with his size, stats, and drive, he’s ready to make an impact at the next level.