2026 4-star DL JaReylan McCoy announces his top 12 schools

Tupelo (Miss.) 2026 four-star defensive lineman JaReylan McCoy has been picking up offers since his freshman year. The 6-foot-6.5, 245-pounder is set to start his junior year next month and he has announced his first list of favorites.

“Arkansas, Auburn, Georgia Tech, Kentucky, Louisville, LSU, Minnesota, Mississippi State, Oklahoma, Oregon, Penn State and Tennessee are my top 12 schools,” McCoy told On3.

“These schools have been consistent with the conversation and just getting to know my family instead of making it all about football,” McCoy told On3. “Another thing is the schooling and how they have some good programs that can help me in the long run.

“Most of the schools in my top are schools that took the time to look over my film and break down what I could do differently. They just fill me up with better moves and try to help me get better.”

McCoy is the No. 4 prospect in Mississippi, No.5 defensive lineman in the country and No. 61 prospect in the On3 Industry Ranking.

He is planning to visit Louisville for the first time later this month on July 29-30.

On3’s scouting report

Physically gifted defensive lineman with a huge frame and plus athleticism as a high school underclassman. has measured in over 6-foot-6.5 and close to 250 pounds prior to his sophomore season. Owns plus length for the position with 34.25-inch arms. Registers as a top athlete, running a 4.89 second 40-yard dash at Student Sports’ All-22 camp. Lines up as a big defensive end for his high school. Physical gifts are readily apparent on Friday nights. Flashes good speed and functional movement skills. Closes to make some impressive plays. Has upside as a run defender, using his big frame to body offensive linemen. Still early in his development. Likely not done growing and could see his frame maxing out at north of 300 pounds. Size and athleticism make him one of the early top defensive linemen in the 2026 cycle.