The Tennessean Updates Titans Class 3A Watchlist
High school football standouts are evaluated for the upcoming annual Mr. Football award.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Football
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The Tennessean has updated its Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Class 3A watchlist to reflect performance throughout the regular season. The rankings highlight several top performers across the state.
Why it matters
The watchlist helps identify candidates based on their athletic performance, academic standing, and personal character. These evaluations precede the final award presentation by the TSSAA in December.
Quincy Mitchell has recorded 1,455 rushing yards and 25 rushing touchdowns, while Graham Simpson has logged 1,527 passing yards and 22 touchdowns. Dion Edwards maintains 32 catches for 538 yards.
The players
The Tennessean
This is a daily newspaper based in Nashville that covers news, sports, and culture across the state of Tennessee.
TSSAA
The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association is the governing body for high school sports in the state.
Asa Barnes
He is a high school football player who committed to play for the University of Tennessee in July 2026.
The details
Players are ranked by The Tennessean based on a combination of regular season statistics, academic records, and individual character. The publication plans to issue weekly updates as teams head toward the end of the season.
Timeline
July 2026: Asa Barnes committed to Tennessee football.
October 13, 2026: The first Class 3A Mr. Football ranking was released.
October 16, 2026: Westview and Forrest had an off week.
October 23, 2026: Forrest faces Giles County and Tyner faces Brainerd.
December 2026: The Tennessee Titans Mr. Football award will be announced.
Season Trajectory
The watchlist follows a pattern set by the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football award to recognize high school athletic excellence. These mid-season rankings shape the narrative for the playoff hunt and the eventual selection of the state's top player.
Quincy Mitchell has accumulated 1,455 rushing yards, while JaDarius Hinton has recorded 12 rushing touchdowns and 40 tackles. These statistics highlight the top contributors as teams prepare for their upcoming regional matchups.
The takeaway
The watchlist provides a snapshot of the most productive players in the state as they compete for individual honors. Coaches and scouts often monitor these standings to evaluate emerging talent as the season enters its final stretch.
What happens next
The Tennessee Titans Mr. Football award winner will be announced in December 2026 following the conclusion of the postseason.
Further reading
For more on local prep athletics, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Jackson Sun.
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