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Braxtin McLester
Returning to Georgia Southern for 2026
Fr. · Douglasville, Ga. → Douglas County
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Braxtin McLester
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
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CFB
College
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NFL
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Georgia Southern
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Linebacker · Georgia Southern
Returning around him
- 92% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- Transfer portal: -1 net (17 in / 18 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Georgia Southern · Last season: 7-6 · Talent rank #93 · 2026 recruiting class #88
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #14762
Peaked at #14762 this season.
Background
2025-26: Played in one game and redshirted … Made his collegiate debut against Old Dominion, playing two snaps on punt return … Made the Honor Roll in the fall and spring. HIGH SCHOOL: Played for Coach Johnny White at Douglas County High … A second-team all-region linebacker as a senior for Regio...