Kilgore Bulldogs Send 11 to the Next Level in Class of 2026

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KILGORE, Texas (TXAN 24) — Kilgore High School football continues to set the standard in East Texas, as the Bulldogs saw 11 players from the Class of 2026 sign collegiate football scholarships, including multiple early signees and a strong showing across Division I, Division II, and junior college programs.

Headlining the class are Lakeyleon Graves and Cameron Christian, both of whom signed early with Texas State, while Jakalen Sheffield inked his early deal with Stephen F. Austin. The rest of the class reflects Kilgore’s depth and development, with players landing opportunities across the region and beyond.

This signing class reinforces Kilgore’s reputation as one of the most consistent talent pipelines in Texas high school football.

Kilgore Bulldogs 2026 Football Signees

• Lakeyleon Graves — Texas State

• Cameron Christian — Texas State

• Jakalen Sheffield — Stephen F. Austin

• Hunter Whipkey — Southeastern Oklahoma State

• Bisyn Williams — Texarkana A&M

• Daniel Garcia — Texarkana A&M

• Dre Sanders — Midwestern State

• Kayson Brooks — Midwestern State

• Isaiah Watters — Midwestern State

• Travis Holmes — Texas College

• Eddie Jimenez — Kilgore College

*Denotes Early Signing