Voting open for top defensive back in 2026 TSSAA preseason poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Voting is now open for the Guardian Foundation Repair's top preseason defensive back for the 2026 TSSAA football season in the Knoxville area. The poll includes candidates like Becks Allen from Hardin Valley, who recorded 63 tackles last season, and Jarrell Chandler from Halls, a four-star recruit headed to Clemson. Other contenders include Taren Claridy from Greeneville and De'Mauri DuBose from Alcoa, both noted for their impactful performances in 2025. Voters have until noon on July 23 to submit their selections.
- •Poll is part of the Guardian Foundation Repair preseason voting.
- •Voting closes at noon on July 23.
- •Candidates include notable players from various Knoxville area schools.
- •Statistical performances from last season highlight each player's abilities.
- •Jarrell Chandler is a recruited four-star safety committed to Clemson.
- 9:01 AMYahoo Sports — Vote for the Guardian Foundation Repair top 2026 TSSAA football preseason defensive back
"Vote for your top preseason defensive back heading into the 2026 TSSAA football season in the Knoxville area. The poll closes at noon on July 23.
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