The Top Junior Tackle In Mississippi: Emanuel Tucker

Emanuel Tucker is a 4 Star recruit who plays Offensive Tackle at New Albany High School. Tucker is ranked as the 310th best recruit in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 25 Offensive Tackle in the class as well. In addition, Tucker is listed as a top 20 recruit in the state of Mississippi and is listed as the #1 Offensive Tackle in the state of Mississippi. His top 6 schools are LSU, Texas A&M, Tennessee, Florida State, Miami and Mississippi State.

Who are some role models in your life?

Trent Williams and Aaron Donald

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Lil Baby

What are the strengths of your game?

I think my strength is tackling.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory was getting a big sack in the third quarter against Boonville my freshman year.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

Isaac Smith and Kam Knox

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Keep pushing yourself to be better and always stay humble no matter what.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Dubai

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Ray Lewis

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Watching LeBron James hit a game winning shot for Cleveland.