2027 RHP/OF Gavin Lang (AL) looked sharp in relief.
FB: 86-88
CB: 75-76
Live arm out of a compact delivery. Cruised through the outing with 2K in 1 IP.
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CM Gridiron | Top 15 Rankings by Position | Athletes
Presented By: Yappy Hour of Albertville
Our CM Gridiron Top Rankings by Position continue with Athletes. We expanded this category to a Top 15 because of the number of versatile playmakers across our coverage area that impact the game in multiple ways.
These rankings are a rough draft heading into the summer and will likely change as we continue evaluating players throughout camps, workouts, and summer competitions. These rankings will continue to be updated throughout the offseason and during the season. They will also be one of the factors used in determining the 50 players selected to the All-CM Gridiron Team at the end of the season.
We cover a large area, and while we work hard to evaluate as many players as possible, we know there is always a chance we may miss someone. If you know of a player you feel deserves consideration, feel free to comment their name, position, and school and we will check them out.
Please keep things positive. This is meant to be something fun that brings recognition to athletes across our coverage area. There is no need to put down other players or bring negativity into the comments. Everyone has different opinions, and these are simply CM Gridiron’s rankings.
1. Kylen Johnson – Plainview Bears
2. Janzen Currie – Plainview Bears
3. Zyien Dupree – Gaston Bulldogs
4. Mason McAteer – Collinsville Panthers
5. Jon Beck Wade – Geraldine Bulldogs
6. Braxton Salster – Pleasant Valley Raiders
7. Conner Vaden – Scottsboro Wildcats
8. Gavin Lang – Collinsville Panthers
9. Sage Bennett – Boaz Pirates
10. Baker Lyles – Douglas Eagles
11. Sam Garrison – Oneonta Redskins
12. Taliq Saint – Albertville Aggies
13. Jamon Williams – Ashville Bulldogs
14. Jayshawn Stroup – Cherokee County Warriors
15. Braxton Franklin – Geraldine Bulldogs
CM Gridiron | Top 10 Rankings by Position | Wide Receivers
Presented By: TMT Sports Cards
Our CM Gridiron Top 10 Rankings by Position continue with Wide Receivers. These rankings are a rough draft heading into the summer and will likely change as we continue evaluating players throughout camps, workouts, and summer competitions.
These rankings will continue to be updated throughout the offseason and during the season. They will also be one of the factors used in determining the 50 players selected to the All-CM Gridiron Team at the end of the season.
We cover a large area, and while we work hard to evaluate as many players as possible, we know there is always a chance we may miss someone. If you know of a player you feel deserves consideration, feel free to comment their name, position, and school and we will check them out.
Please keep things positive. This is meant to be something fun that brings recognition to athletes across our coverage area. There is no need to put down other players or bring negativity into the comments. Everyone has different opinions, and these are simply CM Gridiron’s rankings.
1. Gavin Lang – Collinsville Panthers
2. Sage Bennett – Boaz Pirates
3. Taliq Saint – Albertville Aggies
4. Treiy Crenshaw – Douglas Eagles
5. Lucas Beard – Susan Moore Bulldogs
6. Cam Ballinger – Albertville Aggies
7. Ryker Woodall – Sand Rock Wildcats
8. Theron Miles – Scottsboro Wildcats
9. Sylas Adams – Collinsville Panthers
10. Eli Goggans – Fort Payne Wildcats
CM Gridiron | Sports Hall of Fame | 2026 Class Inductee | Gavin Lang | Collinsville Panthers
Presented By: Accounting Bookkeeping Consultant LLC
Congratulations to Collinsville’s Gavin Lang on being inducted into the 2026 Inaugural Class of the CM Gridiron Sports Hall of Fame.
A true three-sport standout, Gavin has made an impact across every season. In football, he was named to the 2025 All-Gridiron Team and earned 2nd Team All-State honors. In basketball, he emerged as a key contributor and standout performer for the Panthers. In baseball, he was named CM Gridiron Baseball Player of the Year after a dominant season.
On the baseball field, Gavin delivered one of the most impressive all-around seasons in recent memory. At the plate, he batted .553 with 47 hits, including 5 home runs, while driving in 47 RBIs and scoring 40 runs. He also added 10 stolen bases, consistently creating impact in multiple ways.
On the mound, he pitched 50 innings with a 2.10 ERA, recording 80 strikeouts and finishing with a 6-1 record. Defensively, he committed just 2 errors all season, posting a .943 fielding percentage.
Gavin’s performance helped lead the Collinsville Panthers to the #1 ranking in the state for the first time in school history.
Congratulations to Gavin Lang on an outstanding career and his place in the CM Gridiron Sports Hall of Fame.
CM Gridiron | Baseball Player of the Year | Gavin Lang | Collinsville Panthers
Presented By: Caroline’s Cafe
Congratulations to Collinsville’s Gavin Lang on being named CM Gridiron’s Baseball Player of the Year.
The Junior put together an incredible all-around season. At the plate, he batted .553 with 47 hits, including 5 home runs, while driving in 47 RBIs and scoring 40 runs. He also added 10 stolen bases, showing his ability to impact the game in multiple ways.
On the mound, Gavin pitched 50 innings with a 2.10 ERA, recording 80 strikeouts and finishing with a 6-1 record. Defensively, he committed just 2 errors all season, posting a .943 fielding percentage.
Gavin’s performance helped lead the Collinsville Panthers to the #1 ranking in the state for the first time in school history.
Congratulations to Gavin on an outstanding season.
“All glory to God. Thank you, Jesus Christ. Like the Scripture says, ‘Let our light shine before you God, that when people see us play, let it glorify your name.’ So, just a shoutout to Jesus Christ”
- Houston Texans DE Will Anderson Jr. after their playoff win vs Steelers
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Sprint back on defense.
Play harder than the other team every possession.
Celebrate every success like it’s a championship win.
The team that masters effort and energy beats talent nine times out of ten.